Activision has officially confirmed the release date for *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* and *Warzone* Season 3, though it arrives a bit later than many fans had anticipated. The developer took to social media to share the news, revealing that Season 3 will officially go live on **April 3, 2025**. In a recent tweet, the official Call of Duty account stated:
Season 03 is a big moment for Call of Duty: Warzone and Black Ops 6, and we’re taking the time to deliver a great experience starting on April 3.
The post also hinted at more details coming after the upcoming *Call of Duty: Warzone* 5th-anniversary celebration next week, sparking excitement among players eager for what’s next in store.
A Delay Compared to Expectations
While the official confirmation brings clarity, it does arrive later than some players were expecting. Originally, the countdown timer on the current Battle Pass suggested a reset was imminent around March 20, leading many to believe Season 3 would begin shortly thereafter. Now with the April 3 launch date, fans will have to wait just a little longer before diving into the new content.
Verdansk's Return Still Expected This Spring
Player anticipation for Season 3 remains high, especially due to long-standing rumors about the return of Verdansk—theiconic map beloved by the community. Activision has teased its comeback for some time now, positioning it as a major highlight for this spring. Just one day prior to the Season 3 announcement, a pop-up within the Call of Duty store hinted at the arrival of “The Verdansk Collection” on **March 10**, fueling speculation that the map may finally be making its return alongside the new season.
What’s Next?
With more information expected to drop next week, likely around the same time as the release of “The Verdansk Collection,” fans are hopeful for an official reveal of what Season 3 has in store. Until then, players can continue enjoying Season 2, which introduced five new multiplayer maps, the highly requested Gun Game mode, fresh weapons and operators, and even a crossover event featuring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles—providing plenty of action-packed gameplay to keep the community engaged.
