COD’s newest ranked mode is finally live. The mode was delayed due to some unexpected issues, a problem that plagued all of Modern Warfare 3, Warzone, and Zombies yesterday afternoon following the launch of Season 1 Reloaded. We’ve got the breakdown of Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play rewards and modes available below, so let’s get right into it.
The mode’s launch was announced by the official Call of Duty Twitter/X account this afternoon:
#MW3 MP Ranked Play is now available 🏆
Play like the pros and earn epic rewards in competitive 4v4 matches using the same settings, maps, and modes as the @CODLeague pic.twitter.com/j4CGYKlBeZ
— Call of Duty (@CallofDuty) January 18, 2024
For those unfamiliar, Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play follows the CDL ruleset which restricts certain loadout items including specific weapons, attachments, and equipment. Players who spend enough time grinding their way to the top will receive a number of rewards for their efforts. Here are more details about Ranked Play from the Call of Duty Blog:
Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play Rewards and Modes Details:
Season 1 Reloaded introduces Multiplayer Ranked Play to Modern Warfare III. Play like the pros in competitive 4v4 matches using the same settings, maps, and modes as the Call of Duty League (CDL).
Ranked Play becomes available after players reach at least Level 55. All unrestricted gameplay items are unlocked for use in Ranked Play, regardless of how much you’ve previously unlocked. Some weapons, Killstreaks, Equipment, and gameplay content are restricted in Ranked Play to match CDL competitive rules. And watch your aim! Friendly Fire is enabled in all Ranked Play matches.
- Rank: You will begin at Rank 1. Your rank represents your Ranked Career. Win matches to earn stars and rank up. Rank is permanent and persists across seasons.
- Skill Division: You will start your first Season in Bronze I. Advance through 8 Skill Divisions and Tiers by earning SR (Skill Rating). SR is awarded when you win based on personal and team performance. In subsequent seasons, you will be dropped back three Tiers. The highest Skill Division you can start a new season in is Diamond I.
- Note that SR penalties will result from being inactive, disconnecting from matches, and engaging in repeated friendly fire.
- Hot Streak: Win three matches in a row to earn a flaming rank. Continue winning to progress the Hot Streak flames. The flames expire if you lose or after 72 hours.
Ranked Play Maps and Modes
The following maps and modes are available at the launch of Ranked Play:
- CDL Search & Destroy: No respawning; 1.5-minute round timer; Friendly Fire enabled. Supported maps include Highrise, Invasion, Karachi, Skidrow, and Terminal.
- CDL Hardpoint: 5-minute time limit; 250 score limit; 60-second objective rotation; Friendly Fire enabled. Supported maps include Invasion, Karachi, Skidrow, Sub Base, and Terminal.
- CDL Control: 30 lives per team; 1.5-minute time limit; 3-round win limit; Friendly Fire enabled. Supported maps include Highrise, Invasion, and Karachi.
Ranked Play Rewards (Season 1)
Winning a certain number of Ranked Play matches will award players with the following items:
- Win five Ranked Play matches to earn the “MWIII Season 1 Competitor” Weapon Sticker.
- Win 10 Ranked Play matches to earn the “Pro Issue Gutter Knife” Weapon Blueprint.
- Win 20 Ranked Play matches to earn the “Script Writer” Weapon Charm.
- Win 30 Ranked Play matches to earn the “Built Different” Large Decal.
- Win 40 Ranked Play matches to earn the “MWIII Ranked Play Season 1” Loading Screen.
- Win 50 Ranked Play matches to earn the “MWIII Season 1 Ranked Veteran” Weapon Camo.
While the above rewards are earned in-season after winning a certain number of matches, the Skill Division rewards are handed out at the end of the season based on your best Skill Division obtained during that time.
- Bronze & Silver: Players who reach the Bronze or Silver Skill Division will be awarded with an accompanying “Season 1” Emblem.
- Gold through Crimson: Players who reach Gold through Crimson will also receive new Ranked Play–themed Operator Skins and Weapon Charms in addition to the Skill Division Animated Emblem reward.
- Iridescent: Reach the Iridescent Skill Division to earn the “MWIII Season 1 Iridescent” animated Calling Card in addition to the Skill Division’s Operator Skins, Animated Emblem, and Weapon Charm rewards.
- Top 250: The best of the best will earn the Top 250 Operator Skins, a Weapon Charm, a unique animated Emblem and Calling Card for those who finish between #2 and 250, and a unique one-of-a-kind animated Emblem and Calling Card for the #1 ranked player of the season.
There’s no time to lose! You can hop into Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play now on all platforms. Let us know what Skill Division you hope to make it to down in the comments.
Source: Call of Duty Blog
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