26 Apr 2024 8:08 AM +00:00 UTC

Modern Warfare 3 Arcade Playlist Explained

Modern Warfare 3 player crouching while holding gun

The Modern Warfare 3 Arcade playlist is a brand-new experience for players to enjoy as an alternative to the standard multiplayer offering.

Arriving as part of the Season 3 Reloaded update, Call of Duty developer Sledgehammer Games has created a mode where a number of items can swing the momentum of a match in your favor. What's even more exciting is that it features a wide range of game modes and maps.

In this guide, find everything there is to know about the MW3 Arcade playlist including how it works and all of the powerups up for grabs.

What Is the MW3 Arcade Playlist?

Thanks to the Season 3 Reloaded blog, Sledgehammer Games has shared plenty of intel on what the Arcade playlist entails. Matches will feature a range of powerups and 'special weapon pickups.' For example, the MORS sniper rifle will feature in the Arcade playlist equipped with explosive rounds.

Powerups drop after a player is eliminated and provide players with one of two bonuses, unlimited grenades or unlimited ammunition. This is great for unleashing a barrage of bullets onto the opposition without having to worry about running out in the heat of battle.

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The special weapon variants will be visible thanks to a 'glowing and floating animation,' allowing players to see which weaponry is capable of swinging the momentum of a match.

The MW3 Arcade playlist aims to offer a more casual approach to Call of Duty multiplayer to break up the grind of standard multiplayer. We expect it to be hugely popular for those looking for even more chaos on the battlefield.

MW3 Arcade Playlist Release Date

The Modern Warfare 3 Arcade playlist launches on May 1, 2024, coinciding with the start of Season 3 Reloaded. It's not clear if the playlist will be a permanent addition to the game or if it will be available for a limited time. If it's popular, there's every chance Sledgehammer Games decides to keep it around.

That's all there is to know about the Modern Warfare 3 Arcade playlist. For more, check out the best ranked play loadouts and when the next double XP event is set to take place.

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Jon Nicholson

FPS Editor

Call Of Duty Expert

Jon is our Call of Duty expert and our FPS Editor. He's worked with Gfinity since 2014, covering Activision's shooter franchise. When he's not topping the scoreboards, you'll find him on EA Sports FC or sim racing.

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