Warzone Verdansk cover
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Call of Duty: Warzone Verdansk release date, time, and countdown

Back by popular demand.

Among all the highly anticipated Warzone features, the return of Verdansk is undoubtedly the most desired. Revered as one of the best maps in Call of Duty history, it holds a special place in players’ hearts. Thankfully, it’s coming back, and we’re here to explain Verdansk’s release date and times.

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Warzone Verdansk release date and countdown

Verdansk will release in Warzone on April 3, 2025, alongside Black Ops 6’s Season 3 debut. Although we have yet to get an official release time, it’ll likely stick with the traditional pattern of dropping at 9am PT. Here’s a breakdown of Verdansk’s expected time zone releases:

  • Pacific Time: April 3, 2025 at 9am
  • Central Time: April 3, 2025 at 1pm
  • Eastern Time: April 3, 2025 at 12pm
  • Greenwich Mean Time: April 3, 2025 at 4pm
  • Central European Time: April 3, 2025 at 5pm
  • India Standard Time: April 3, 2025 at 9:30pm
  • Japan Standard Time: April 4, 2025 at 1am
  • Australian Eastern Daylight Time: April 4, 2025 at 3am
  • New Zealand Daylight Time: April 4, 2025 at 5am

You can also use this universal countdown to see the exact time Verdansk drops in Call of Duty: Warzone:

Verdansk will be released in

If there s any news regarding the official times, we’ll update this guide once more information has been released. I suggest clearing out your storage, as Call of Duty seasonal drops typically range from 30GB to 50GB. It may even be higher if Black Ops 6 Zombies content is included in the file. But players who only play Warzone don’t need to download patches exclusive to BO6, given that the files are separated.

Verdansk return in Warzone
Screenshot via Call of Duty YouTube

Pre-load patches will be available to prepare you for the Season 3 launch. While Battle.net users generally get to download it a few days early, console players may have to wait until the day of or the night before.

Expected Verdansk features in Warzone

Everything you know and love about Verdansk will return, staying true to the Warzone map’s original design from Infinity Ward. Visuals have improved tremendously with the latest technology, including realistic grass, bushes, and tree textures. The Verdansk Intel Drop also indicates that “a new high-resolution sky” has been added, along with updates to reflections and lighting.

Beenox, Raven, and High Moon Studios have joined forces to bring this reimagined Verdansk to life. It’ll have you feeling like you’re stepping back in time, right to the golden days when Warzone first introduced its thrilling Battle Royale experience. So, whether you’re a veteran reliving the nostalgia or a newcomer eager to uncover the epic origins of the Warzone saga, make sure to mark your calendars for this Call of Duty map return.


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