Introduction:
Raven Software, the developers of Call of Duty: Warzone, just released an update on May 13 that extends the ongoing event, The High Art. This new update brings about some bug fixes, including Ranked Play adjustments and a crucial fix to an issue that’s been affecting in-game movements while aiming down sights.
In this article, we will discuss these fixes in detail.
Key Changes in the May 13 Update
1. Movement Bug Fixes
One of the most crucial fixes that happened in this update is the bug affecting the ADS movement speed of players when in crouched or prone positions. This particular bug affected many players, causing inconsistent movement speeds, disturbing the smoothness of its gameplay. The correction ensures that ADS speeds now match with intended player movements, providing a smoother and more predictable experience for players navigating Verdansk or other maps. This fix becomes very, very crucial and significant for players who rule the competitive scenario of this game.
2. Ranked Play Adjustments
This update introduces a noticeable change to Warzone’s Ranked Play mode by replacing the Fire Sale public event with Restock during the third circle. Fire Sale, which drastically reduces Buy Station prices, had led to unbalanced strategies where teams could stockpile resources too easily. Restock, which replenishes equipment and lethal grenades, encourages more strategic resource management and aligns with the developers’ goal of reducing cash-hoarding tactics. This change aims to maintain the competitive integrity of Ranked Play, especially on the Verdansk map, which returned in Season 03. Additionally, emotes have been disabled in Ranked Play to prevent distractions and maintain focus during matches.
3. Bug Fixes
The May 13 update also addresses a critical issue that deals with the revive times, which were occasionally longer than intended. This bug has the power to disrupt the fast-paced matches, including Resurgence or Battle Royale mode, where fast revive is very much crucial. By fixing this, the developers ensure that the revive mechanics function as designed, enhancing the flow of gameplay. Other minor bug fixes were included, though not detailed extensively, suggesting a focus on under-the-hood improvements to stability.
How Players took the new Update:
After the recent update was released, we can see positive yet cautious sentiments among players as seen on platforms like X. Posts from accounts like @charlieINTELand @ModernWarzone
highlight the update’s focus on fixing movement bugs and refining Ranked Play, with some players appreciating the removal of Fire Sale. However, ongoing frustration still remains due to unresolved server issues and occasional crashes, with players reporting disconnects during loadout drops or high-intensity moments. These concerns suggest that while the May 13 update addresses specific bug fixes, broader stability fixes are still needed.
Conclusion:
The Call of Duty: Warzone May 13, 2025, update is a concise but meaningful patch that deals with movement bugs, refines Ranked Play, and fixes revive time inconsistencies. While it doesn’t introduce new content, it demonstrates Activision’s commitment to addressing community feedback and maintaining competitive balance. However, IHMO, persistent server issues remain a big issue, and players are vocal about needing broader fixes. For now, this update keeps Warzone on a steady path, particularly for Ranked Play enthusiasts, as the developers continue to make the Verdansk experience special for its players.
Call of Duty: Warzone May 13 Update Patch Notes
Events
- High Art
- The High Art Event now ends on May 22.
Movements
- We’ve resolved an issue that caused incorrect aim down sight speeds while prone and crouching.
Ranked Play
- Public Events
- As previously mentioned, Restock is replacing Fire Sale in circle 3.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause revive time to be longer than intended on downed teammates.
- Fixed an issue allowing players to use emotes in Ranked Play. These are restricted in Ranked Play to prevent players’ from gaining an unfair advantage.
- Fixed an issue that prevented players from selecting the “How Prestige Works” button in the Prestige menu while queueing for a match.
- Fixed an issue causing Operator voice over to play without a cooldown.
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