The community was looking forward to , which eventually launched on December 14, 2022 . That update introduced:
: Double XP weekends were frequently held during this period to help players level up their weapons before the upcoming Season 01 Reloaded . ⏳ Upcoming Major Updates
Leaks and teasers around early December also hinted at a , which later featured a festive reskin of the Shipment map and themed cosmetics. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more
: Addressed issues like the Riot Shield providing invincibility against certain killstreaks (Chopper Gunner/VTOL).
: General improvements for crashing, stuttering, and lag that affected players across all platforms.
Around this date, Infinity Ward focused on "Live Issue Tracking" and polishing the experience before the mid-season update:
: The first-ever Special Ops Raid for the franchise.