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Verdansk is Back: Call of Duty's Original Map Return Date Revealed

Mar 10, 2025 4:05 PM

The iconic Verdansk map from Call of Duty: Warzone is making a triumphant return on April 3, 2025, coinciding with Season 3 of Black Ops 6. Activision confirmed the comeback as part of a celebration for Warzone's fifth anniversary, encouraging players to revisit a location filled with unforgettable memories. This revival follows similar trends in other games like Fortnite, which saw an increase in player counts when bringing back classic maps. The announcement comes amidst various challenges Activision has faced regarding cheating in Warzone, and the hope is that returning to Verdansk will enhance player engagement and experience.

When will Verdansk return to Call of Duty: Warzone?

Verdansk will return to Call of Duty: Warzone on April 3, 2025, coinciding with the launch of Season 3 of Black Ops 6.

Call of Duty: Warzone originally launched in March 2020, and Verdansk served as its primary map until it was shifted out of rotation. The map has generated a significant nostalgic response from players, many of whom fondly remember playing the game during its peak shortly after release. The return aligns with current gaming trends where iconic maps are reintroduced to reignite player interest and combat fluctuating user engagement.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2025-03-10 16:18:12
Bringing back Verdansk is like dusting off your favorite old hoodie—comfortable and familiar, but you hope it still fits just right. Let’s just hope Activision doesn’t just rely on nostalgia and actually addresses those pesky cheaters to make the comeback truly worth it.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2025-03-10 16:12:17
Ah, Verdansk coming back feels like reuniting with an old friend you haven’t seen in years—nostalgia hits hard, but let’s hope it’s not just a trip down memory lane and actually brings some fresh energy to Warzone. Fingers crossed they’ve got more than just the map to keep players hooked this time
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