Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 zombies - everything we know

Modern Warfare 3 Zombies is a hugely exciting prospect despite the undead never featuring in Call of Duty's modern-day series. The co-op mode originally developed by Treyarch remains popular and as attention turns towards Modern Warfare 3's release, there's a possibility of Zombies making a return.

Following the reveal event, numerous leaks and rumours have revealed a wealth of information on Sledgehammer Games' latest project. Ranging from the rumoured gun list to the return of a popular movement mechanic, we already know a lot of unofficial Modern Warfare 3 intel.

Before we reveal what Modern Warfare 3 Zombies has in store, check out our other guides showcasing the rumoured Perks list and whether Verdansk is returning.

Modern Warfare 3 Zombies news

On October 5, 2023, Treyarch unveiled even more information about the new Modern Warfare Zombies experience.

Does Modern Warfare 3 have Zombies?

Yes, Modern Warfare 3 will contain a Zombies mode! This is the first time a Modern warfare title has ever featured the undead and unlike previous years, it's slightly different. Here's what we know about MW3 Zombies so far:

• PvE
• Played on the Warzone Urzikstan map
• 24 players split into six squads of four
• Pack-a-Punch, Mystery Boxes, and more are back
• Exfil with rewards earned during a match
• Items earned in one game will carry over into the next one
• Storyline coincides with the Treyarch Zombies storyline

Credit: Activision

Is Modern Warfare 3 Zombies free to play?

No, Modern Warfare 3 Zombies is not free to play, meaning you'll need to purchase the game in order to experience the next chapter of the Dark Aether storyline.

• Read more: How to transfer Modern Warfare 2 skins to Modern Warfare 3

This debunks any rumours suggesting Activision is planning to launch a free-to-play version of the undead-slaying mode.

Modern Warfare 3 Zombies Operation Deadbolt explained

Operation Deadbolt is the name of the Modern Warfare 3 zombies experience and is a continuation of the Black Ops Cold War storyline involving the Dark Aether. It turns out there was some accuracy to the leaks after all.

A nighttime military raid takes place where Viktor Zakhaev finds a vial filled with a mysterious purple substance.

Credit: Activision

After securing the vials, the squad soon realise the local security forces have triggered the alarm and armed police are on the way. Outnumbered, Zakhaev throws one of the vials onto the ground, creating a cloud of purple fog.

The fallen soldiers quickly transform into the undead but there's enough time for Zakhaev and another squadmate to escape after a somewhat successful mission.

Afterwards, Soap, Kate Laswell, and Ravenov are briefing a player on Operation Deadbolt and the goal of not letting any undead out of the zone.

Modern Warfare Zombies threat zones explained

As part of Modern Warfare Zombies, you and your squad can drop into Urzikstan and visit a number of zones with varying threat levels. Yellow threat levels contain undead enemies that are relatively tricky to defeat but can be overcome with enough firepower.

Red threat zones are much harder to escape alive. The strongest opposition resides in this zone and will require plenty of cooperation and firepower to reap the rewards.

Modern Warfare 3 Zombies perks

Just like previous zombies experiences, Perks are back and will grant you a range of special abilities that will improve your chances of survival. Here's the full list:

• Jugger-Nog
• PhD Flopper
• Deadshot Daiquiri
• Death Perception
• Elemental Pop
• Quick Revive
• Speed Cola
• Stamin-Up
• Tombstone Soda

Modern Warfare 3 zombies Field Upgrades

Alongside perks, zombies will also feature a variety of Field Upgrades designed to help squadmates and prolong your fight against the undead. Here's the full list of MW3 zombies Field Upgrades confirmed for launch:

• Energy Mine
• Frenzied Guard
• Healing Aura
• Frost Blast
• Aether Shroud
• Tesla Storm

Modern Warfare 3 zombies Ammo Mods

After arriving as part of the Black Ops Cold War zombies mode, Ammo Mods are back in Modern Warfare 3. Ammo Mods provide a number of elemental enhancements to your weapons including upgrades to core stats such as fire rate, damage output, and more. Here's all the intel:

• Brain Rot
• Cryo Freeze
• Dead Wire
• Napalm Burst
• Shatter Blast

Does Modern Warfare 3 zombies have Wonder Weapons?

Yes! Modern Warfare 3 zombies will contain Wonder Weapons. The Ray Gun and Wunderwaffe have already been spotted and there's a chance more highly powerful weaponry will appear as players explore the Urzikstan map.

There you have it, that's all the Modern Warfare 3 Zombies intel so far. For more, our guides on Modern Warfare 3 SBMM and if Modern Warfare 2 weapons transfer over to the new game.