As the highly anticipated release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) approaches, players are eager to dive into the action-packed multiplayer and Zombies modes. The pre-load files for these modes will go live for all platforms by November 8, 2023, giving players a head start on downloading the gameplay content.
Here’s a breakdown of the pre-load sizes for each platform.
Battle.net App Exclusive:
Good news for Battle.net users! The Battle.net app received the MW3 pre-load on November 7, a day earlier than other platforms. This means that players on Battle.net can start downloading the files ahead of those on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Early Access Phase:
MW3 has been playable in the campaign’s early access phase for almost a week, but the full array of modes, including multiplayer and Zombies, remained locked. The wait is set to end on the official release date of November 9, 2023 (or November 10, depending on your region).
Pre-Load Sizes:
While Activision has not officially confirmed the pre-load sizes, here are the expected sizes for the files:
For PC (Steam and Battle.net):
- Pre-load size: Approximately 90 GB
- Files designed to enable all launch content for multiplayer and Zombies mode.
For PlayStation (4 and 5):
- Pre-load size: Expected to be around 80 to 90 GB
- Automatic availability for download once released on official servers.
- Option to pre-load the upcoming update for the entire shooter.
For Xbox (Series X and S):
- Pre-load size: Similar to PlayStation, around 80 to 90 GB
- Direct notification to users about the upcoming update.
- Option for the update to auto-start based on user settings.
Important Considerations:
- These pre-load sizes specifically apply to MW3’s multiplayer and Zombies mode.
- If the game client and campaign mode are not installed, the overall pre-load and installed file size might surpass 100 GB.
