Gaming

Call of Duty Modern Warfare III, Warzone: Everything to expect

The game drops on November 10

Published

October 21, 2023

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Throughout the recent weeks, various trailers for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III game have been dropped as the anticipation level for the latest installment in the franchise continued to soar.

At the Call of Duty: Next event, all the major announcements were made, with Sledgehammer Games also discussing some key elements for both Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone to make the wait even more exciting for fans.

Modern Warfare III Multiplayer

Modern Warfare III celebrates the 20th anniversary of Call of Duty with one of the greatest collections of maps ever assembled. It includes all 16 launch maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.

These maps have been modernized, and five of them – Favela, Estate, Skidrow, Rush, and Highrise – are available to play in the Beta.

Call of Duty: Warzone

The next chapter of Call of Duty: Warzone sees players descending on Urzikstan, a brand-new big map where the Middle East meets Eastern Europe.

There are 11 main points of interest, including Levin Resort, Popov Power, Zaravan City, Shahin Manor, Low Town, and the Orlov Military Base.

The map will also serve as the main battleground for Modern Warfare Zombies.

New, returning gameplay features

The game developers also discussed some of the returning fan-favorite elements, such as Map Voting, Classic Minimap, Dead Silence, and Increased Health.

For movement and combat changes, Modern Warfare III will feature fast and responsive movement for swifter navigation.

Players can cancel a slide by jumping or crouching; this does not reset the Tactical Sprint. They can also ADS while jumping more quickly.

Meanwhile, Call of Duty: Warzone Operators will have a base health of 150, allowing players to react and reposition during skirmishes and more.

New game modes

After showcasing classic 6v6 Core matches at the event, Sledgehammer Games also previewed the Cutthroat game mode. There’s also Ground War and War Mode.

Cutthroat is a 3v3v3 mode on Multiplayer maps. Operators have only one life per round. The goal is to eliminate the enemy teams or capture the overtime flag to win the round.

War Mode, which was originally in Call of Duty: WWII, allows players to enter a vast landscape with focus on competing in linear engagements and progressing the battle through a series of objectives.

For the first time in franchise history, the Zombies game mode will also be included in the Modern Warfare universe. Teams will cooperate in an open-world PvE setting, facing multiple threats under a hostile environment.

Speaking of zombies, they will have a much greater enemy density this time. There will also be mercenary soldiers on top of the undead so it will be even more difficult for players to win.

Weapons, Operators, Perks

The inventory from the previous Modern Warfare shall carry over into the upcoming title.

A whole slate of brand-new weapons and operators are also being developed. This includes the Rival 9 SMG, Longbow Sniper Rifle, and Warden Kortac Operator.

Perks that are active from the moment a match begins are now represented across four categories (Vest, Gloves, Boots, and Gear). Picking these items supply Operators with Perk-like abilities.

Aftermarket Parts

A new feature for Gunsmith and Loadouts is Aftermarket Parts. This allows players to dramatically alter the function of a weapon beyond the effect of attachments unlocked in the normal course of Gunsmith.

Aftermarket Parts will also introduce new progression paths for weapon leveling, offering unique weapon configurations for enhanced customization.

Speaking of Loadouts, some new items coming to the game are the Breacher Drone (Lethal Equipment), Mosquito Drone (Killstreak), A.C.S. (Field Upgrade), and Comm Scrambler (Field Upgrade).

Core gameplay improvements

For Warzone, players get a suite of improvements to the core gameplay.

They will be able to automatically wear Gas Masks when equipped into their Loadout. It can be manual unequipped and stowed away in the Backpack or dropped.

In certain situations, such as swimming and climbing ladders, players will always have a dedicated pistol sidearm. This lets them engage in armed combat.

Operators will also have the option to use Horizontal Ziplines to cross to adjacent buildings more quickly or reposition.

For the first time, the train will be drivable as well. Operators will be able to travel inside forwards, backwards, or to stop it.

Related Topics:Activision Call of Duty Call of Duty Modern Warfare III Call of Duty: Warzone

Gaming

Tides of Annihilation opens first public demo at Gamescom 2026

First hands-on

Published

August 6, 2026

Leez

Tides of Annihilation will make its public playable debut at Gamescom 2026.

Developer Eclipse Glow Games announced that attendees can try an extended demo of the upcoming action-adventure game during the event in Cologne, Germany. Players can find the demo at Hall 6, Booth B-050 inside Koelnmesse.

The studio will also reveal a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, before the show floor opens.

Demo offers more exploration and combat

The Gamescom demo gives players a longer look at Tides of Annihilation. It features branching paths that lead to different exploration routes and combat encounters. Players can also explore key locations and experience several of the game’s biggest set pieces.

“Gamescom will be an incredibly important moment for our team since this will be our first global playtest and we’re excited to see how first-time players experience our game,” said Ary Chen, Game Director and Co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games.

“The team has poured heart, soul, and maybe even a few tears into developing the game over the last few years, and it’s finally our opportunity to share it with players. We’re looking forward to seeing their reaction.”

Members of the press and content creators can also schedule private hands-on sessions with the development team during the event.

Arthurian-inspired adventure

Tides of Annihilation blends fast-paced action with a Neo-Medieval vision of modern London. The story follows Gwendolyn after an Outworld invasion leaves the city in ruins.

Driven by a mission to save her sister, she travels between a shattered London and the mythical realm of Avalon. Along the way, she uncovers the mystery behind her newfound powers. She must also decide the fate of reality itself.

Eclipse Glow Games is developing Tides of Annihilation for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

Gaming

Street Fighter 6 adds first Filipino fighter Yasmine to its roster

Eskrima fighter joins battle

Published

August 6, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

Street Fighter 6 has officially welcomed Yasmine, making history as the first Filipino martial artist to join the franchise’s playable roster. The new character is now available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the game’s Year 4 content.

Yasmine practices Eskrima, having learned the Filipino martial art alongside her older brother under their grandfather’s guidance. She wields Karambit knives in battle and embarks on a journey to find her missing brother.

Players can access Yasmine by purchasing the Year 4 Character Pass or Year 4 Ultimate Pass. Her default outfit features traditional Eskrima-inspired combat attire, while a school uniform serves as her second costume. In combat, she specializes in fast, aggressive attacks that build toward an enhanced Bayani Mode.

Yasmine is the first of four Year 4 fighters, followed by Arjun, Tifa from the Final Fantasy VII Remake series, and Bosch. Her release also arrives alongside battle balance adjustments affecting the entire roster.

Onimusha crossover arrives this week

Capcom also announced a limited-time collaboration between Street Fighter 6 and Onimusha. Running from August 7 to August 31, 2026, the event introduces Oni EX character colors, themed Battle Hub decorations, avatar items, and additional rewards for players who log in during the event.

The update also adds new Avatar Arcade courses, additional ending scenes, a Frame Meter option for Avatar Random Match, and refreshed Master ACT rewards.

Philippine launch event set for August 9

Capcom will celebrate Yasmine’s debut with an official Philippine community launch event on Sunday, August 9, at Salud! by Primera Bar & Restaurant in Palanan, Makati. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features a double-elimination tournament, gameplay showcases, giveaways, and community activities.

Attendees can also receive limited-edition Yasmine merchandise, including event T-shirts, lanyards, and collectible keychains while supplies last. Special guests and cosplayers are also scheduled to appear. Admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to venue capacity.

Gaming

Gangstar Mirage City launches on August 20 with SEA localization

Join a faction now for a chance to win rewards

Published

August 5, 2026

GadgetMatch

Gangstar Mirage City is set for a full regional launch on August 20, with localization for the Southeast Asia region.

Published by Level Infinite, the free-to-play multiplayer, urban, open-world action game is available for download on iOS and Android.

The full regional release features an expanded open world, a new PvP Arena mode, and local languages.

In Gangstar Mirage City, players can team up for up to 4-man co-op heists, drive powerful vehicles, customize their arsenal, build an empire, and fight for control of Rooklyn City.

Players can register on gangstarmiragecity.com for in-game rewards.

In Southeast Asia, players can also register as a member of their respective local faction and get an exclusive in-game Avatar to represent their loyalty:

Philippines: Manila Brigade
Indonesia: War Kanda
Malaysia: Taiko Tedung
Thailand: SIAM APEX

Factions will be ranked based on how many players join and support them. The winning faction will enable all members to get 300 Diamonds, sent directly to their accounts.

Meanwhile, all players, including those who already began their journey in Rooklyn City with the soft launch last July, are invited to join the Global Vault Heist.

Reaching the final Registration Milestone will unlock the Full Tilt Vehicle Pack. These are the rewards up for grabs per milestone: