The Call of Duty: Warzone Christmas event, known as Holiday Rush, introduced several festive updates to enhance the gaming experience during the holiday season. Here’s a detailed overview of the key changes:
1. Holiday Rush Limited-Time Mode (LTM):
- Festive Map Enhancements: The Area 99 Resurgence map has been transformed with holiday decorations, including Christmas trees at key points of interest, adding a festive atmosphere to the battleground. One Esports
- Snow Coolers: Scattered throughout the map, these coolers contain snowballs that players can throw at opponents, adding a fun and strategic element to combat. One Esports
- Accelerated Gameplay: The gas circles collapse more quickly and are smaller than in standard modes, increasing the pace of the game and encouraging faster engagements. One Esports
2. Archie’s Festival Frenzy Event:
- Event Rewards: Players can participate in the Archie’s Festival Frenzy event to earn exclusive holiday-themed rewards, including unique weapon skins, operator skins, and calling cards. GameRant
3. Playlist Updates:
- Seasonal Playlists: The December playlist update includes the Holiday Rush mode, allowing players to enjoy the festive-themed gameplay. Sportskeeda
4. New Weapons and Gear:
- Weapon Additions: The update introduces new weapons, such as the DTIR 30-06 battle rifle and the KASTOV LSW light machine gun, providing players with fresh options for combat. GameRant
5. Special Collaborations:
- Operator Skins: The event features collaborations with popular franchises, offering operator skins like Michael Myers and Daryl Dixon from The Walking Dead, adding unique character options for players. Reddit