The newest update in Call of Duty: Warzone brought not only another large download into an already large game, but also a range of unlisted changes that are affecting players in different ways. According to u/diegg0 on Reddit, some of these changes seem to be permanent, and some perhaps made in error and have been adjusted since the update.

The list of changes is as follows:

  • Shield Turrets are no longer appearing on the map and their duration time has increased Ammo crates can now be pinged Trucks have been nerfed for Quads and Trios Guns may now be dropped and requested Scavenger loot boxes now spawn at greater distances from each other Bounty contracts were removed briefly, but as of 04/30/2020 appeared to be back as normal Self-revive kits provide players with full health A warning has been added before leaving the game that one should wait for the Party Leader and informs players of who the party leader is.

While some of these changes are minor, others can have major consequences on gameplay. Right now, the biggest change, and the healthiest for the long-term balance of the game, is the balancing of vehicle stats. Two weeks ago, Shroud made a series of comments describing how vehicles in Warzone were generally unhealthy for gameplay as they afford players too great of an advantage with no downside.

One solution offered was to simply reduce their overall durability and make all vehicles easier to destroy, and it seems that this is the route Infinity Ward has decided to take. The Cargo Truck is back on Solos, but it has seen a nerf to its turning speed, acceleration, and top speed.

Meanwhile, the unlisted change of players now able to ping ammo crates is great news, not only because it is a useful feature that allows for more strategic play among squads, but because it shows an ongoing commitment towards creating additional quality of life improvements to Warzone.

Another unlisted change that is reported by users in the forum is that crates no longer guarantee the drop of money. This may simply be an effort by the developer to slow how quickly players acquire cash, and overall keep power levels lower in the mid and end game. This may be an effort towards providing casual players with a more balanced feel throughout each match, as now there is less reward for rushing to open as many crates as possible.

Now, if only something more were done about hackers, there might be more reason to celebrate, but Infinity Ward has been quiet on the matter since first rolling out their grand initiative to ban cheaters quickly.

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