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Warzone update wreaks havoc: game-breaking bugs emerge
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Warzone update wreaks havoc: game-breaking bugs emerge

Jan 17, 2024 7:04 PM

Players eagerly anticipating the Call of Duty: Warzone Season 1 Reloaded update were faced with frustration as the release was marred by significant bugs and gameplay issues. The update, intended to introduce new features such as cosmetics, multiplayer maps, and anti-cheat improvements, resulted in widespread glitches for battle royale participants. Experiences ranged from severe visual glitches to players being unable to move after trying to access certain menu options. Moreover, alterations to the game's map caused confusion and added to the array of errors.

Raven Software has responded by removing the Champion's Quest feature temporarily and is actively investigating the reported bugs. As the developer works on resolving these concerns, there is no confirmed time for when the fix will be implemented, nor details on the rescheduled addition of Weapons Cases and Covert Exfil’s features. This recent update follows a history of rapid changes and feedback-driven updates by Raven Software for the Call of Duty: Warzone gaming experience.

What are the main issues reported with the Call of Duty: Warzone Season 1 Reloaded update?

The main issues include severe visual glitches, inability to move in-game after accessing the 'Create a Class' menu, strange map distortions, Loadout Drops being inaccessible, and lack of notifications for Precision Airstrike Killstreak, which could have critical implications in gameplay.

Call of Duty: Warzone is a free-to-play Battle Royale game that is a part of the Call of Duty franchise. Developed by Infinity Ward and Raven Software, it was released in March 2020 and has become one of the most popular online games globally, with frequent updates that keep its massive player base engaged. Its success is built on the Call of Duty series' signature tight gunplay and expansive, evolving battle royale maps. The game represents a major part of the franchise's pivot to include free-to-play elements alongside traditional retail releases of Call of Duty games.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-01-17 21:00:05
Ah, the classic love-hate relationship between gamers and updates. Seems like Warzone's Reloaded rollout hit more snags than a barbed wire fence, but knowing Raven, they'll iron out those bugs faster than you can say tactical nuke incoming
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-01-17 20:45:06
Ah, the classic case of update woes—Warzone's S1 Reloaded bugs might sour the batch, but it's a familiar dance for the dev team and players alike. Raven's on it, so here's hoping they patch up the glitches before the next drop zone becomes a crash zone for our gaming sessions.
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