- Leaks suggest DMZ will return as the third mode in COD 2026
- Fans are excited but wary about improvements and support for DMZ
- Skepticism remains about DMZ’s ability to compete in the competitive market
Call of Duty: DMZ fans have turned their heads to the leaks, suggesting that the fan-favorite mode will be back in 2026. The news has reignited the interest and nostalgia among fans who used to play this mode passionately.
Leaked Details: DMZ’s Return in Call of Duty 2026
The DMZ mode, first launched in 2022 alongside Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0, instantly captivated the hearts of the warriors; this map was more like an adventure, offering a vast area for players to explore, complete tasks, fight enemies, and try their best to survive.
Players got to encounter both AI and real players, which made survival challenging. The twist? The main task was to escape the map alive with all the accumulated loot before the time ran out.
Playing it was not only about shooting but the strategic gameplay. Despite the engaging and innovative approach, the DMZ couldn’t stand for long in the gaming industry and got overshadowed by the other titles.
Besides this, the mode didn’t get constant updates, and eventually, the support was discontinued in December 2023. Fast forward to now, and whispers of DMZ’s return have surfaced again, thanks to reliable leakers like TheGhostOfHope.
According to the leak, “DMZ returns as the third game mode in COD2026.” It will arrive in the Call of Duty installment set to release in 2026. Fans are super excited and optimistic that this time, hoping that the mode get better and improved support, and not get abandoned again.
Fan Reactions: Excitement vs. Skepticism for DMZ’s Future
However, not everyone believes the leak. Some fans are skeptical about it, mentioning concerns over whether DMZ can stand out in the increasingly competitive extraction shooter genre.
One user said, “It’s DMZ. There was no real reason to play, no gear fear, market, etc. if it is to compete with the likes of Delta Force, who are smashing it, they have to have something big up their sleeve, especially when Delta comes to console.”
With the increasing speculation, there is more to witness in the COD world. The Black Ops 6 is doing exceptionally well in the market, and recently, Treyarch has shared detailed anti-cheat plans, ensuring fans that the team is taking all measures to make the game free from cheaters.
Now, fans are both thrilled and in doubt regarding DMZ, if the mode does return, all eyes will be on how it will grow and sustain in the highly competitive era of gaming.
