Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Update 1.44 Explained

A new update for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, known as Update 1.44, has recently been released. This update is accessible across all gaming platforms, as well as on PC. Players can now download this update, which introduces bug fixes, improvement updates, and patch notes for the game. It is worth noting that the file size of this update may differ depending on the gaming platform being used.

GLOBAL
STABILITY

• Addressed a crash that could occur upon Challenge completion.

MULTIPLAYER
UIX Bug Fixes

• Hardcore Quick Play will no longer display an erroneous Free Trial tag.
• Weekly Challenge countdown timer will no longer display an invalid time as the Midseason update approaches.
• Fixed overlapping weapon images on the HUD when two Melee weapons are equipped.

PROGRESSION

• Max Weapon Level prerequisite for Weapon Prestige Camos is now consistently applied, as intended.
• Challenges involving Stim usage no longer require at least 50% regain to progress.
• Players who previously unlocked the Binary Morality Event Camo once again have the ability to equip it.

MAPS
Skidgrow

• Added collision to prevent players from reaching an exploitable location on the Roof.

MODES
Escort

• Lights on the MAW will no longer appear to detach as the match progresses.
• Implemented various fixes for match timer inconsistencies.
• Care Package crates are now destroyed upon collision with the MAW.

PERKS
Commando Gloves

• Reloads are no longer canceled upon moving when the Automatic Tactical Sprint setting is enabled.

EQUIPMENT

• In Hardcore game modes, the minimap is now displayed on the HUD while an EMD tracking device is active on an enemy.

ZOMBIES
UIX

• When completing the Calling Card Prestige 9 Mastery Challenge, the correct title, “Let ‘Em Have It!” will now be displayed.
• Fixed a bug where splash notifications after completing Armory Unlocks and events appeared blank.

GAMEPLAY
Dark Aether Rift

• All squads can now contribute Zombie kills to the Relic Attunement.
• Decreased kill requirement to complete Relic Attunement.
• Fixed a bug that resulted in the final obelisk being activated earlier than intended, breaking the story sequence.
• Fixed a reload inconsistency that occurred after Pack-a-Punch with the JAK Warden’s Conversion Kit equipped on the Lockwood Mk2.
• Fixed a bug where Wonder Weapons appeared as common gray instead of gold rarity in a Dark Aether Rift.
• Resolved a bug that resulted in players getting stuck in out-of-map locations after being grabbed by a Mimic.
• Resolved an issue at Rainmaker’s Fortress where Mortar AI incorrectly targeted players with an intact Sergeant’s Beret disguise.

PROGRESSION

• Resolved an issue where completing one squad’s Attunement prematurely ended another’s.
• Launcher Camo Challenges for MWII weapons have been adjusted to facilitate completion.

BUG FIXES

• Fixed the issue causing automatic tactical sprint to interrupt attempts to reload a weapon.
• Fixed an issue causing the Prioritize Interact setting on controllers to prevent players from reloading.
• Fixed an issue preventing the host from starting a Private Match when over the player threshold.
• Fixed an issue causing Squad members to see the incorrect ping on the Champion’s Quest contract.