Season 4 of Call of Duty: Warzone brings transformative updates to the popular battle royale experience, most notably altering Gulag combat dynamics. Previously, players entered these tense 1v1 duels completely unprotected, but developer Raven Software has implemented armor adjustments to create more balanced engagements.

While Season 3 marked the celebrated return of Verdansk, Season 4 promises to push boundaries with innovative features. However, not all changes have been well-received, particularly the replacement of standard Battle Royale Solos with a Casual variant featuring AI opponents. This controversial decision has sparked debate within the community about the future direction of Warzone's gameplay.

Gulag Combat Evolves With Armor Adjustments

The most impactful modification in Season 4 affects Gulag engagements. Players will now spawn with one Armor Plate, addressing what developers identified as problematic time-to-kill inconsistencies. Raven Software's data showed certain weapons were eliminating opponents too quickly - faster even than in Black Ops 6 multiplayer - due to the game's high damage-per-shot values.

Community response to this change has been largely positive, with many players appreciating the more balanced firefights. One prominent commentator on social media platform X called it "the only clear improvement in this update." However, other Season 4 additions have generated more mixed reactions.

New Features and Community Concerns

The introduction of Door Barricades as a field upgrade has particularly divided opinions. Some players fear this addition will encourage camping strategies, while others argue the barricades will be easily destructible with gunfire or explosives. Initially available only in the new Clash limited-time mode, Raven plans to expand this feature to other playlists later in the season.

Weapon enthusiasts have reason to celebrate with the return of two fan-favorite firearms: the LC10 Submachine Gun and FFAR 1 Assault Rifle. These versatile weapons will be unlockable through the Season 4 Battle Pass and usable across Warzone, Black Ops 6 multiplayer, and Zombies modes.