Modern Warfare 3 Zombies gets a major injection of thrilling content with the arrival of Season 3 Reloaded update.

Here’s everything you need to know about MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded, including its release date, exciting story mission, fresh schematics, and new Warlord named Rainmaker.

MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded release date and schedule

The mid-season update launches across Modern Warfare 3, Warzone, and MW3 Zombies on May 1, 2024, 9 a.m. Pacific Time (PT).

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Here’s the schedule for other regions:

TIME ZONELOCAL TIME
Mountain Time (MT)10 a.m.
Central Time (CT)11 a.m.
Eastern Time (ET)12 p.m.
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT/UTC)5 p.m.
Central European Time (CET)6 p.m.
Eastern European Time (EET)7 p.m.
Indian Standard Time (IST)10:30 p.m.
China Standard Time (CST)
Singapore Time (SGT)
12:30 a.m. (May 2)
Japan Standard Time (JST)1:30 a.m. (May 2)
Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)3:30 a.m. (May 2)

New story mission in MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded: Saving Dr. Jansen

Three operators fight the undead in tackling new story mission in MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded
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This update introduces a gripping new story chapter. A fresh anomaly has opened a third Dark Aether rift, and Dr. Ava Jansen has been mysteriously drawn through it.

To secure her rescue, Operation Deadbolt is deploying alongside Ravenov. Get ready to face a relentless onslaught of undead enemies, including a formidable new Disciple variant that demands great teamwork.

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Following the thrilling mid-season story mission, players can embark on further expeditions into the Dark Aether.

By collecting specific relics, you can reopen the rift for repeated runs, and complete objectives to unlock powerful new schematics.

New schematics in MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded

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  • Dead Wire Detonators: Add the Dead Wire Ammo Mod effect to you explosive weapons, including lethals and launchers, to deal significant damage to new Disciple variant.
  • Golden Mask Filter: Enables your gas mask to self-regenerate. If you fully use up your gas mask’s charge in one go, the golden filter will be reapplied to the next one you find.
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  • Sergeant’s Beret: Allows you to disguise as a mercenary, and bypass initial waves of enemies. Additionally, this headwear summons a loyal Merc bodyguard to fight alongside you.

You’re likely to obtain these fresh schematics through a combination of completing the story mission and participating in high-level contracts.

Rainmaker, new Warlord in MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded

MW3 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded new Warlord, Rainmaker
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The mid-season update throws another formidable foe into the mix – Rainmaker, a ruthless new Warlord.

Details regarding Rainmaker’s origins are shrouded in mystery. What we do know is that he has seized control of a heavily fortified fortress on the remote Rahaa Island within the Urzikstan Exclusion Zone.

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This harsh leader commands a vast undead army, and has implemented a network of deadly traps to eliminate trespassers, including mortar rounds and RPG fire.

To defeat this Warlord and earn rewards, you’ll need solid teamwork, a strategic loadout selection, and mastery of zombie-slaying tactics.

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For more details about the mid-season update on MW3 Zombies, as well as MW3 and Warzone, check out the full Call of Duty blog.

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