# The Concluding Chapter of the MW3 Era: Call of Duty’s Season 6 Returns with “The Haunting”
As the Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) chapter comes to a finale, Call of Duty is preparing for one final celebration with the eagerly awaited **Season 6**, scheduled to debut on **September 18, 2024**. This season, fittingly titled **”The Haunting,”** dives into the Halloween atmosphere, offering a spine-chilling assortment of new content crafted to instill fear back into players on the battlefield. With eerie map variations, frightful skins, and daunting game modes, Season 6 is set to deliver an exhilarating wrap-up of MW3 and Warzone before the launch of **Black Ops 6** at the end of October.
Here’s an in-depth look at what to expect in Season 6:
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## **Season 6 Launch and Summary**
The concluding season of MW3 and Warzone will officially commence on **September 18, 2024**, with content becoming accessible across all platforms at **6:00 p.m.** Players can look forward to an array of new features that will transport them into a Halloween-themed experience, including unsettling map variations, frightening skins, and horror-themed gameplay modes.
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## **New Armaments**
Season 6 introduces two fresh weapons unlockable through the Battle Pass upon launch:
– **DTIR 30-06**: A battle rifle boasting a slow firing rate but exceptional damage output, perfect for long-distance confrontations.
– **Kastov LSW**: A light machine gun with an incredibly rapid firing rate, ideal for close-quarters skirmishes and tactical positioning.
Furthermore, three **weapon conversion kits** will be obtainable through weekly challenges, enabling players to revamp existing weapons for a more thrilling experience:
– **JAK Salvo** (Sniper KATT-AMR): Now discharges explosive projectiles.
– **JAK Volstorm** (Stormender launcher): Emits an energy beam capable of striking multiple foes.
– **JAK Lance** (Shotgun MX Guardian): Shoots three rivets per magazine for devastating close-range impact.
Although no new equipment is being introduced this season, these weapon enhancements should provide an added layer of strategy to the combat zone.
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## **New Arenas**
Season 6 will present a blend of entirely new maps alongside Halloween-themed versions of beloved favorites:
– **Drive Thru**: A new 6v6 arena based in a fast-food outlet featuring a killer clown mascot, ideal for the Halloween season.
– **Mad Cow**: A eerie rendition of a popular 6v6 map, redesigned for the season.
– **Shipment**: Accessible in various instances, including Arena, Stay High, Bit-ment, Ghost Ship, and Sunny Shipment.
– **Hellspawn**: A chilling variant of the Warzone map **Rebirth Island**, crafted to induce fear and suspense.
– **Vondel Night**: A nighttime adaptation of the favored Warzone map **Vondel**, adding an extra dimension of tension to your games.
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## **New Gameplay Modes**
Season 6 will unveil several new gaming modes, many infused with horror elements:
– **Hordepoint**: A Hardpoint variant where players must defend against swarms of zombies while capturing key points.
– **Arcade**: A multiplayer mode showcasing a range of power-ups to elevate gameplay.
– **Mutation**: A chaotic mode where one team assumes the role of powerful mutants, introducing a supernatural feel to the battlefield.
– **Infected**: A returning classic where one infected player seeks to eliminate others, converting them into zombies.
– **Purgatory**: A temporary event mode set on the **Hellspawn** map, offering a terrifying experience.
– **Zombie Royale**: A limited-time event mode on the **Hellspawn** and **Vondel Night** maps, where fallen players reappear as zombies to hunt the remaining players.
These modes are crafted to keep participants on their toes, fusing fast-paced action with a sense of dread.
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## **New Events**
Season 6 will host several limited-time events to maintain the Halloween excitement throughout the season:
– **The Haunting** (September 18 – October 16): The primary Halloween event, featuring eerie challenges and rewards.
– **The Walking Dead: Road to Terminus** (September 25 – October 2): A crossover event with **The Walking Dead**, providing themed rewards.
– **Trick ‘r Treat: Candy Hunt** (October 2 – October 16): A delightful, Halloween-themed scavenger hunt for candy scattered across the maps.
– **Purgatory Island** (September 25 – October 16): A limited-time event set on the **Hellspawn** map.
– **MWIII Rewind** (October 9 – October 16): A nostalgic event celebrating the highlights of the game.