Massive Call of Duty: Warzone Update Overhauls Field Upgrade - Players Left Astounded!

Days after introducing the new Temp V field upgrade to Call of Duty: Warzone, Activision has now made adjustments to it in the latest game patch. Field upgrades play a significant role in Warzone gameplay, providing operators with enhanced strength or unique abilities when activated. These upgrades are designed to have considerable impact, but sometimes Activision deems it necessary to rebalance or tweak them to ensure fairness.

During the previous week, a fresh field upgrade was introduced to the game as part of a special collaboration with The Boys. This Call of Duty update not only added Homelander and other characters to the game, but also brought in additional features alongside the new field upgrade. However, it appears that it was this particular upgrade that warranted further examination following the update.

Aligned with The Boys crossover, the latest field upgrade grants players superhuman abilities. Dubbed Temp V, this upgrade randomly bestows one of four powers that seamlessly integrate with the superhero-themed game. However, Activision recently acknowledged that these powers were too overpowering in the battlefield and took measures to balance them by reducing the drop rate of Temp V in a patch released on July 19.

The Call of Duty crossover with The Boys may mark the beginning of a new trend, however, Activision is still striving to find the perfect balance for its new content. While many players found it exciting to swiftly navigate the map, eliminating enemies with electric shocks or laser vision, there were others who felt frustrated by the fact that everyone seemed superhuman. The excessive appearance of Temp V power-ups turned what was once a special treat into the new norm. Recognizing this, the developers swiftly came to the same realization and made adjustments to reduce the frequency of Temp V drops.

It is not uncommon for Warzone, and online games in general, to undergo such adjustments following the release of new content. In May, a Call of Duty update diminished the effectiveness of popular rifles, and minor changes are a regular part of the Warzone experience. Considering that Temp V significantly deviates from the traditional Call of Duty gameplay, it is logical for Activision to closely monitor its reception and promptly make changes in order to maintain balance.

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Activision's commitment to addressing player concerns is evident in their quick response to feedback from Call of Duty players. With a focus on the multiplayer's future, the company aims to prove that they take their job seriously. The upcoming nerf, which is a direct result of this player feedback, will determine whether it effectively tackles the concerns raised. Fans of Warzone will undoubtedly be eager to dive back into the game and see the impact of these changes as soon as possible.

GAMEPLAY

Adjustments

Reduced the damage and range of the Underbarrel Dragon’s Breath Shotgun attachment

MWII RANKED PLAY RESTRICTIONS

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BUG FIXES

Fixed an issue with Perk Packages being reset that prevented some Players from logging in.

Fixed an issue where War Tracks preview audio would overlap when previewed in another vehicle.

Fixed a problem where Players couldn't exit Private Match Matchmaking before servers became accessible.

Resolved an issue where the Profile Account Level could be displayed inaccurately upon a fresh launch.

Fixed an issue causing the Party Browser to not update when Party data changed.

Fixed an issue where many attachments lacked the option to choose a skin.

Fixed an issue where Players could receive an incorrect weapon as a reward in the Atomgrad Raid Episode 04.

Fixed an issue where items in Reactive Pack: Soulless were not displaying as Reactive.

WARZONE RANKED PLAY RESTRICTIONS

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GAMEPLAY

: Updates to Warzone Ranked Play Competitive Settings

Adjustments

Reduced the frequency of Temp V drops in all modes

BUG FIXES

Fixed an issue causing Armor Plates to lose functionality in Private Match.

Improved collision issues on Vondel to prevent Players from exploiting, peeking, or shooting through them.

Resolved an issue where Players were unable to connect to a match when utilizing the Look For Party feature.

Fixed an issue causing Players to be executed by the Jailer after being Released From Gulag.

Fixed an issue causing some Operators arms to pose incorrectly in Warzone Private Match Lobbies.

Fixed an exploit where the Player was able to have infinite Electric Shockwave in DMZ.

Fixed an issue causing the UI to display an Active Superpower Warning at all times.

Improved functionality for Armor Plates in Private Battle Royale Matches.

Resolved an issue where utilizing Temp V and selecting other equipment failed to display a warning for power replacements.

Fixed an issue where Players’ Stash items could be incorrectly revoked in DMZ.

Call of Duty: Warzone is currently available for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

Source: Call of Duty