Will MW3 multiplayer have bots? Here’s what we know

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So you want to know if MW3 will have bots? We’ve got answers. Modern Warfare 3 will be available on all platforms on Friday, November 10, 2023. And although the game offers players modes like Campaign, multiplayer and Zombies, many players wonder whether they’ll be encountering bots any time soon. 

Before we dive into details regarding Modern Warfare 3’s gameplay, we suggest you check out the preload size ahead of the game’s full launch. And if you’re already looking forward to playing the multiplayer, then see our preload date and times. For now, let’s talk about bots in MW3. 

Will MW3 have bots?

Activision is yet to confirm whether or not players will be able to encounter bots in MW3. However, based on previous instalments, it is very likely that bots will be featured in Modern Warfare 3 when the game launches. But again, there’s no confirmation that MW3 will have any form of offline multiplayer. 

Some players want an offline mode in MW3 for various reasons including lack of access to a stable internet connection, or may prefer to play with friends and family without competing against other players online. Others may use offline mode to warm up or practice before playing online. 

However, Activision has been shifting towards online-only games in recent years, so Modern Warfare 3 may only be playable with a stable internet connection. But with Sledgehammer Games on the helm this time around, players might just be getting some surprise features in the game when it launches. 

There’s a lot to expect from the upcoming CoD installment and if you’re already looking forward to playing the campaign, then see our Modern Warfare story so far guide for a quick but detailed refresher. And if you’re already looking for the best weapon loadouts for MW3, we suggest starting with the best Striker loadout or even the best Pila loadout for some explosive action. 

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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 (2023)

  • Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox Series X
  • Genre(s): Action, Shooter