MW3 Zombies Season 5: Release date, three new Schematics, final story mission, and more

Modified Jul 18, 2024 18:55 GMT

All MW3 Zombies Season 5 content explained (Image via Activision)

With the launch of MW3 Zombies Season 5, some new and exciting content has been added to entice the player base. Activision introduces a new boss, the Entity, to make the zombie mode more challenging, and players can confront it in the new section of the Dark Aether. They will also get the chance to unlock a new replayable experience and three new Schematics, which will allow them to eliminate zombies easily.

This article aims to provide a comprehensive look at the major MW3 Season 5 content.

When does MW3 Zombies Season 5 release?

The MW3 Zombies Season 5 will go live on July 24, 2024, at 9 am PT across all platforms. Here is the list of release timing for various regions:

Pacific Time (PT): July 24, 2024, at 9 pm
Eastern Time (ET): July 24, 2024, at 12 pm
Central European Summer Time (CEST): July 24, 2024, at 6 pm
British Summer Time (BST): July 24, 2024, at 5 pm
Indian Standard Time (IST): July 24, 2024, at 9:30 pm
Japan Standard Time (JST): July 25, 2024, at 1 am
Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT): July 25, 2024, at 2 am
New Zealand Standard Time (NZST): July 25, 2024, at 4 am

What is the Final Story mission in MW3 Zombies Season 5?

In the all-new Final Story mission, Operation Deadbolt has to face the ultimate challenge of confronting the Entity, the final boss of Season 5, in a new terrifying section of the Dark Aether. Activision also introduced a new element called “Aetherium launch pads” for players to soar through the deadly environment of Dark Aether and travel away from the dangerous hordes on the ground.

Final Story mission gameplay in MW3 Zombies Season 5 (Image via Activision)

Players have to eliminate all zombie hordes to face the final boss at the climax. Once they survive the Final Story mission, they can unlock the conclusion cinematic and secure the first piece needed to access the new Dark Aether Rift. Throughout the gameplay, they will have the opportunity to unlock a Schematic that enables them to boost damage and permanently increase their carrying capacity.

Disciple Bottle: Spawn a friendly Disciple to wreak havoc against players' foes.
Grenade Bandolier: Replenish players' Lethal and Tactical Equipment over time, allowing them to regularly bombard enemies.
Stash Increase: Increase players' stash size to 30.

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This concludes everything you need to know regarding the upcoming MW3 Zombies Season 5 content.