In the world of Call of Duty, fans eagerly anticipate new updates and features to keep their gaming experience fresh and exciting. However, a recent development has caused a setback that has left players waiting in anticipation. The launch of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play, which was highly anticipated following the Season 1 Reloaded update, has been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. In this article, we’ll delve into the details surrounding this delay and what players can expect once the mode finally becomes available.

The Delay

On January 17, at 9 am Pacific / 12 noon Eastern / 5 pm UK, the Season 1 Reloaded update for Call of Duty went live across all platforms. Many players were excited about the prospect of diving into Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play immediately after the update. However, their excitement was met with disappointment as Activision announced that Ranked Play would not be available right away. The official Call of Duty Updates account tweeted a message explaining the situation.

“Launch Delay: Due to unforeseen circumstances, MWIII Ranked Play will be delayed while we investigate a recently discovered critical issue,” the team announced on Twitter. “Our teams are working to solve this issue and launch #MWIII Ranked Play as soon as possible.”

This delay has left Call of Duty enthusiasts wondering how long they will have to wait before they can engage in Ranked Play. Activision has emphasized the importance of performing checks to ensure a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience, but no specific timeframe has been provided.

What is Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play?

For those unfamiliar with Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play, it offers players the opportunity to compete in a four-versus-four competitive environment that follows the same ruleset used by the Call of Duty League. Here’s a breakdown of how it works:

  1. Unlocking Ranked Play: Ranked Play becomes available once players reach at least Level 55. All gameplay items are unlocked, regardless of previous achievements. However, certain weapons, Killstreaks, Equipment, and gameplay content are restricted to match CDL competitive rules. Friendly Fire is enabled in all Ranked Play matches.
  2. Rising through the Ranks: Players start at Rank 1, representing their Ranked Career. Winning matches earns stars and allows players to rank up. Ranks are permanent and persist across seasons. The initial Season begins in Bronze I, and players can advance through eight Skill Divisions and Tiers by earning Skill Rating (SR). SR is awarded based on personal and team performance. In subsequent seasons, players may be dropped back three Tiers.
  3. Hot Streak: A notable feature of Ranked Play is the Hot Streak. Winning three consecutive matches grants players a flaming rank, and continuing to win further matches enhances the Hot Streak flames. However, the flames expire upon losing or after 72 hours.

Ranked Play Maps and Modes

Modern Warfare 3’s Ranked Play features different maps and modes to challenge players. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect:

  1. CDL Search & Destroy: This mode has no respawning, a 1.5-minute round timer, and Friendly Fire enabled. Supported maps include Highrise, Invasion, Karachi, Skidrow, and Terminal.
  2. CDL Hardpoint: With a 5-minute time limit, a 250 score limit, and a 60-second objective rotation, this mode also features Friendly Fire. Supported maps include Invasion, Karachi, Skidrow, Sub Base, and Terminal.
  3. CDL Control: In this mode, each team has 30 lives, a 1.5-minute time limit, and a 3-round win limit, with Friendly Fire enabled. Supported maps include Highrise, Invasion, and Karachi.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the delay of Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play has left Call of Duty players eagerly awaiting its release. Activision’s commitment to ensuring a problem-free experience is commendable, and while the delay may be disappointing, it is in the best interest of the gaming community. Once Ranked Play finally goes live, players can expect an exciting and competitive gaming environment with the opportunity to rise through the ranks and compete in various challenging modes. As we await further updates from Activision, the anticipation for the release of Ranked Play continues to grow among the Call of Duty community.

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