Season 3 Reloaded delayed? Call of Duty fans await 420 event, Mission: Impossible crossover, and Warzone Ranked launch

Call Of Duty’s Season 3 Reloaded update appears to be experiencing delays, leaving the community in a state of confusion as highly anticipated features—including the Blaze of Glory 420 event, Mission: Impossible crossover, and the return of Warzone Ranked on Verdansk—remain missing in action. While mid-season updates traditionally drop around three weeks after a seasonal launch, we’ve passed that point with no marketing, no preload, and no blog post in sight.

Longtime Call of Duty content creator DK Dynamite highlighted this gap in his latest video, pointing to a lack of in-game file updates and suggesting that Reloaded is now expected to arrive May 1, aligning with the conclusion of the Black Ops Tribute event. Until then, players are left speculating about what’s next, and why Activision has gone silent during one of the most hyped windows of the season.

Here’s a full breakdown of the current state of Season 3, what’s already in-game, and everything expected to arrive with the delayed Reloaded update.

No sign of the 420 Blaze of Glory event—yet

The annual 420-themed event is usually a fan-favorite drop packed with goofy LTMs, colorful cosmetics, and themed bundles. This year’s Blaze of Glory content is confirmed to include the return of Blaze Town, a fiery Nuketown reskin, along with Zombie Snack—a limited-time Zombies mode that features the Frost Blast field upgrade.

However, despite 420 falling on a weekend this year, the actual content release is nowhere to be found. With no playlist additions tied to the theme and no sign of the event on April 20 or the following Monday, many now believe the Blaze of Glory event was delayed to coincide with Reloaded, which is now tentatively set for May 1.

It’s an unusual break from tradition and one that likely stems from the initial delay to Season 3’s launch, which may have caused internal scheduling adjustments for the mid-season.

Mission: Impossible crossover rumored for mid-season spotlight

According to well-known leaker TheGhostOfHope, Call of Duty may be preparing a major crossover with the Mission: Impossible franchise, including a potential operator based on Tom Cruise’s Ethan Hunt and a themed event pass. While this crossover hasn’t been officially confirmed, subtle references and creator hints suggest it could serve as the Reloaded event’s headline content.

This would follow the pattern seen in Season 1 and 2, where crossovers like TMNT and Squid Game were rolled out alongside event passes, LTMs, and store bundles. However, without any marketing material or pre-release leaks in the game files, fans are left wondering if this crossover will happen at all, or if it’s been pushed even further into Season 4.

Is Reloaded canceled or just delayed? What we know

Traditionally, mid-season updates follow a clear pattern: preload files go live early in the week, followed by marketing and a Thursday release. So far, there’s been no sign of any preload in the backend, meaning the update is unlikely to land before the end of April.

The current best guess, according to DK Dynamite and other creators, is a May 1 release. That would not only align with the end of the Black Ops Tribute event, but also give Activision time to deploy marketing, finish bundles, and polish game modes like Join Operations and High Trip before they go live.

What’s already live in-game

Even though the Reloaded update hasn’t arrived yet, a decent chunk of content is already available:

• Black Ops Tribute Event (Live until May 1):
  Earn XP to unlock cosmetics, the nail gun, and the John Black Ops operator skin (BO6 required). This grind-heavy event takes around 617,000 XP to fully complete.
• Nail Gun Tracer Pack (Comic Bonanza Bundle):
  The returning weapon is available via bundle or free unlock. However, early testing confirms it’s not a meta pick, especially in Warzone.
• Team Cranked (Zombies):
  A fast-paced Zombies mode perfect for farming XP. Some players report GobbleGum rewards not tracking correctly, an issue that may be addressed in the next update.
• Warzone and Multiplayer Playlist Updates (April 17–24):
  • Multiplayer: Demolition 6v6, Chaos Nuke Town, Search & Destroy
  • Warzone: BR Solos–Quads on Verdansk, Rebirth Resurgence, Plunder Quads, Boot Camp Quads
  • Area 9 has been removed from current playlists

What’s coming with Season 3 Reloaded

Here’s a recap of content expected when the mid-season update finally launches:

Multiplayer

• Blaze Town (Nuketown reskin) – part of Blaze of Glory event
• Signal Map – Set on the Rulka, a Black Ops 1 campaign location (2v2 & 6v6)
• Haven Map – KGB Safe House from 1991
• Join Operations Mode – A wild LTM that mixes TDM, Hardpoint, Domination, and more with unique effects
• Vendetta Perk – Reveals your killer’s last known position

Zombies

• Zombie Snack LTM – Includes Frost Blast field upgrade
• Mark II Ray Gun – Now found in all mystery boxes
• New GobbleGums and field upgrades

Warzone

• High Trip LTM – Wildly themed Resurgence mode with altered visuals and gameplay mechanics
• Warzone Ranked (Trios) – Returns to Verdansk with full competitive support
• High-Value Loot Zones – Strategic hot drop locations across the map
• Specialist Perk – Returns via buy station or Easter egg unlock
• Portable Decontamination Station – Protects players in the gas
• Bunker Buster Killstreak – Anti-camper tool for clearing buildings
• Big Bounty & Recon Train Contracts – Adds new risk-reward gameplay mechanics
• Verdansk Express Train – Fully operational and making its way around the map
• Train Station Interior Access – Previously locked zones now opening for the first time
• Subterranean Easter Eggs & new bunkers – Secrets scattered around Verdansk

Marketing expected soon

With April 24 likely off the table, marketing should begin by Monday, April 29, with a full blog post and trailer drop before May 1. This week is critical for momentum, as player engagement has started to dip during the extended silence. Creators like DK Dynamite continue to stream and cover potential drops daily, but the community is ready for answers.

For ongoing updates, follow reliable sources like CODIntel or creator channels such as DK Dynamite on YouTube.

FAQ: Season 3 Reloaded Update in Call of Duty

Is Season 3 Reloaded delayed?

Yes, all signs point to a May 1 release, despite the lack of official confirmation.

Where is the Blaze of Glory event?

It was expected to launch around 4/20 but appears to have been delayed to coincide with the Reloaded update.

Is the Mission: Impossible crossover happening?

It’s heavily rumored and hinted by insiders but still unconfirmed.

Can I still unlock the nail gun and John Black Ops?

Yes. The Black Ops Tribute Event is live until May 1, and all rewards are still available.

Is Warzone Ranked coming back?

Yes. Ranked Trios on Verdansk is expected to launch with Reloaded.

With a packed slate of content still waiting in the wings, Season 3 Reloaded could end up being one of the most substantial mid-season updates yet—if it arrives on time. Until then, players are grinding out the Black Ops Tribute event and watching the clock as the Call of Duty calendar pushes toward May.