Warzone's Latest Update: A Fix That Introduced New Problems
The recent Call of Duty: Warzone update aimed to resolve several bugs, primarily addressing game-freezing loading screens. However, this patch appears to have inadvertently introduced new, significant issues, particularly impacting the Ranked Play mode.
Warzone, a popular battle royale game, has seen its share of both lauded and controversial updates since its 2020 launch. While updates have brought popular additions like Resurgence mode and new maps, others, such as the removal of the Verdansk map and the integration of Black Ops 6 mechanics, have been met with mixed reactions.
This latest update, intended to be a simple bug fix, has instead reportedly caused widespread matchmaking difficulties. More critically, Ranked Play is experiencing severe glitches, including players falling beneath the map and malfunctions at Buy Stations. These problems are especially concerning given the competitive nature of Ranked Play.
While Activision hasn't yet publicly acknowledged these issues, the frequency of Warzone updates suggests a swift resolution is likely. The game's Steam player count has recently declined due to factors such as increased competition, cheating problems, and unpopular decisions like the premium Squid Game Battle Pass. Addressing these current glitches, alongside potential future additions like the return of Verdansk, could significantly boost Warzone's player base.
Call of Duty: Warzone Update Patch Notes
- Resolved a bug causing loading screen freezes and crashes.
- Corrected an issue affecting bullet trajectory for the AMR Mod 4 weapon.
- Fixed a Resurgence mode bug where players dying out of bounds lost access to field upgrades and killstreaks.
- Addressed a visual bug preventing the display of models for ammo boxes, self-revives, and throwing knives.
- Fixed a problem where players lacked a death icon after being eliminated in Red Light Green Light.