Caldera Map Shuts Down in Call of Duty Warzone

The highly popular Caldera map in Call of Duty Warzone has unfortunately come to an end as the game’s staff announces its closure. If you’re wondering why Caldera shut down, here are all the details you need to know.

Call of Duty Warzone Caldera Map Shutdown, Explained

The shutdown of Warzone Caldera was done so that the development team could focus on future advancements of the Call of Duty franchise, including the highly anticipated Modern Warfare 3. Unfortunately, players who have put time into this version of the game will lose their progress and in-game inventory. However, it’s important to note that the closure does not affect other gameplay features on maps like Al Mazrah.

Although the Caldera map is no longer available, players can still enjoy Warzone content with Battle Royale maps, Ranked Play, and the upcoming DMZ Beta. Additionally, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile allows players to experience the game on the go, with more updates coming soon.

Warzone Caldera Shutdown Date

The online services for Warzone Caldera officially closed on September 21, 2023. Since the shutdown, fans have been reminiscing about the beloved location and sharing their memories of the original Warzone.

Thanks for all the memories Warzone 1. 🫡
Despite all the ups and downs, one day we will all look back and miss those days in Verdansk and Caldera and wish we could go back to play with our squad 1 more time. 🥹
Rest In Peace OG Warzone 😭 #RIPWarzone pic.twitter.com/sIsymmdARn
— ModernWarzone (@ModernWarzone) September 21, 2023

As a result of the shutdown, any purchases or gear obtained through Caldera’s game progression will no longer be accessible. However, the Activision Support page has confirmed that players can still enjoy Modern Warfare (2019), Black Ops Cold War, and Vanguard through the same account used for Caldera. COD Points can also be transferred between other Call of Duty games.

Will Warzone Caldera Return?

Many players are wondering if Caldera will ever make a comeback in Warzone. Unfortunately, based on current information, it seems highly unlikely as there are no plans for its return. This has been confirmed by the Activision Support page, so we’ll have to keep our hopes up for the future.

With the shutdown, players will encounter connection errors as the game servers will no longer be active.

Now that you know why Warzone Caldera shut down, you can look forward to the latest content updates, including details about Season 6. For more Call of Duty content, be sure to explore the relevant links below.

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Kristina Ebanez

Kristina is a Staff Writer at Twinfinite and has been with the publication for over a year. She specializes in covering a variety of games, including Minecraft, The Sims 4, Disney Dreamlight Valley, anime titles, Call of Duty, and newly released games. Some of her favorite game series include Metal Gear Solid, Rockstar’s Bully, the Horizon franchise, and What Remains of Edith Finch. Kristina holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and grew up gaming on the islands.