Controversial Groot Skin in Call of Duty: MW3 Patch Sparks Player Backlash

A new patch has been released for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, and the most significant change is the temporary removal of the "evil Groot" skin from the game. Players have long complained that the Gaia skin, also known as "evil Groot" due to its resemblance to the Marvel character, provided an unfair advantage on the battlefield due to its low visibility. The Gaia and Gaia BlackCell operator skins have been removed, with the developers working on improving the visibility of the Gaia skin. It is currently unknown when the Gaia skin will make a return.

The Gaia skin has been temporarily removed. It originally debuted with 2022's Modern Warfare II and underwent adjustments to improve visibility. Another round of adjustments is now happening after players complained about it in Modern Warfare III.

In addition to this change, the November 30 update also fixes a bug that allowed players to appear as if they were in the prone animation while sprinting. It also adjusts spawns on the map Rust so that players no longer spawn in the eyeline of an enemy. Furthermore, progression-tracking has been improved for a number of challenges, and the Notifications tray will now properly display daily challenge progression.

Modern Warfare 3 November 30 patch notes:

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COSMETICS

Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone's major Season 1 update is set to launch on December 6, introducing new multiplayer maps, the next Warzone map, a Santa character with a significant makeover, and the addition of Timothee Chalamet.

Modern Warfare 3 November 30 patch notes:

COSMETICS

Gaia and Gaia BlackCell Operator Skins for Nova have been temporarily disabled.

MULTIPLAYER

UIX

Attachments for weapons in Private Matches will now be saved correctly to the Loadout when returning to the Main Menu.

Players will no longer be returned to the Play tab when trying to equip a weapon through the Battle Pass menu.

Placeholder items will no longer be selected in loadouts when transitioning from MWZ to Multiplayer menus.

The View Weapon Mastery button in the Weapon Customization menu will now accurately reflect Handgun Mastery completion.

Addressed an issue that caused the HUD to be visible in Hardcore game modes.

GAMEPLAY

Addressed an exploit that allowed players to appear in the prone animation while sprinting.

PROGRESSION

Improved progression tracking for several kill-based Challenges.

Added missing name for Daily Challenge progression in the Notifications tray.

MAPS

Adjusted initial spawns in Free-for-All game modes to prevent players from spawning on each other’s line of sight.

Sub BaseAddressed an exploit that allowed players to exit the playable area near the Maintenance Yard.

Operation Spearhead (War) now includes additional spawn points in the Cargo area to ensure Defenders are not easily killed after respawning.

In Farm 18 (MWII), a spawn point has been moved to ensure players are no longer placed outside of the playable area.

MODES

Revamped Search and Destroy MechanicsPlayers will no longer be able to Plant or Defuse from a distance further than intended while sliding near a bombsite.

PERKS

Improved EOD Padding (Gear)Explosive damage is now properly limited to 80% of the player's maximum health.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan, I am excited about the new Modern Warfare 3 patch. The removal of the controversial Groot skin is a positive change, as it will level the playing field for all players. I am also looking forward to the new multiplayer maps and the next Warzone map. The addition of Timothee Chalamet is also an interesting twist, and I am curious to see how he will fit into the game.

Overall, I think this update is a step in the right direction for Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone. It addresses some of the biggest complaints from players and adds new content to keep the game fresh. I am excited to see what the future holds for these games.