Modern Warfare 3 day 1 patch fixes crashes and makes significant weapon balance changes

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

The highly anticipated day-one patch for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is available for download as the game officially launched today, November 10th. The patch contains important fixes and changes that players should be aware of before diving into the game.

According to the Call of Duty blog, the patch addresses issues in the campaign, multiplayer UI, weapons, maps, and more. Notable fixes include crashes when loading into campaign missions and “UI-related crashes” when using the menus. Weapon changes are also a significant part of the update, with adjustments made to 13 weapons and two conversion kits. Players who participated in the beta period will want to ensure that their weapon of choice still performs as expected. 

The patch brings significant adjustments to various weapons in the game. For example, the SVA 545 assault rifle sees improvements in recoil control and rate of fire, in addition to a boost in bullet velocity. Conversely, some weapons like the Striker submachine gun have been nerfed, reducing their overall damage. These adjustments aim to balance the gameplay and improve the overall experience for players.

Weapon Adjustments

  • SVA 545 assault rifle: Decreased recoil, increased fire rate, and boost in bullet velocity
  • MTZ-556 assault rifle: Enhanced bullet velocity and maximum damage range
  • MCW assault rifle: Increased bullet velocity and recoil during sustained fire
  • Striker submachine gun: Reduced damage and aim-down-sight time
  • Holger 26 light machine gun: Increased bullet velocity
  • Pulemyot 762 light machine gun: Adjustments to bullet velocity and maximum damage
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These adjustments extend to sniper rifles and handguns as well, ensuring that the game’s arsenal is balanced and fair for all players. The full patch notes offer a comprehensive overview of all tweaks and bug fixes introduced in the update. With the game now available on various platforms including PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, players can experience the gameplay and judge for themselves how the changes impact their overall experience. 

As the game continues to evolve, players are encouraged to explore various gaming deals available during the early Black Friday period to expand their gaming library and make the most of the gaming experience.