Activision has announced a delayed release date for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone's upcoming Season 3. Instead of the anticipated March 20th launch, Season 3 will now begin on April 3rd.

Season 03 is a big moment for Call of Duty: Warzone and Black Ops 6, and we’re taking the time to deliver a great experience starting on April 3.

More to come following Call of Duty: Warzone’s 5th anniversary next week… pic.twitter.com/TmPJnoYBZS

— Call of Duty (@CallofDuty) March 3, 2025

The official announcement, shown above, promises more details next week, following Call of Duty: Warzone's 5th anniversary. This delay has surprised players, who were expecting a March 20th reset based on the current Battle Pass countdown.

Anticipation for Season 3 is high, fueled by Activision's ongoing teases of the beloved Verdansk map's return this spring. A recent in-game shop pop-up hinted at "The Verdansk Collection" arriving March 10th, strongly suggesting the map's imminent comeback.

While we await further details next week—likely coinciding with the March 10th "Verdansk Collection" release—players can still enjoy Season 2's offerings. This season brought five new multiplayer maps, the return of Gun Game, new weapons and operators, and a thrilling Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossover event.