Warzone Season 5 is on the horizon, promising major updates, fresh weapons, new Operators, and more impactful changes to the game.

Season 4 Reloaded is currently underway, having reintroduced Ranked Resurgence and launched crossovers with iconic animated series like Beavis and Butt-Head and American Dad. And with Black Ops 7 coming up, there's still plenty more to get excited about.

As we look ahead to Season 5, we already have a general idea of its launch timing and some of the content it will bring — including the return of a fan-favorite SMG. Here’s everything we know so far.

Warzone Season 5 Start Date

Season 5 of Warzone is expected to launch on Thursday, August 7, 2025, aligning with the expiration of the Season 4 Battle Pass. Traditionally, new Call of Duty seasons kick off the same day the previous one ends.

That said, an official confirmation hasn’t been released yet, so there’s a possibility the date could still change.

Verdansk Map Changes Leaked

Reliable dataminer Reality has revealed that Verdansk Stadium is set to reopen with the Season 5 update. This mirrors a similar event from Modern Warfare’s Season 5 update five years ago, suggesting a nostalgic, throwback-style season.

The leak also mentions that a new Easter egg will be added to Verdansk in the same update. In the original version of the map, players could access hidden rooms in the Stadium using keycards and codes — a mechanic that may be making a comeback.

There are already a few Easter eggs present in the game, including Bunker 11 and the Overlook safe room, hinting at more secrets waiting to be uncovered.