Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS drops to $4, adds new multiplayer maps, modes, weapons and more

Gameloft’s latest mobile military shooter, Modern Combat 5: Blackout, is getting a substantial update today along with a nice price drop. Regularly listed at $6.99, the highly rated FPS can be had for just $3.99 right now, matching the lowest we’ve seen it go for.

Already listed in “App Store’s Best of 2014” in 28 countries, MC5: Blackout received a number of new additions to its multiplayer suite along with a host of other goodies to keep players locked and loaded over the holiday season. Expect to see two new multiplayer maps (Scramble and Overtime), new level-120 cap limit, new class skills, weapons, masks and kill signs. Gameloft has added in vote and rematch systems for multiplayer maps and specific match-ups along with some holiday themed music, skins and more.

Head below for details on the update:

What’s New in Version 1.1.0

The holidays are about to hit with a bang! ‘Tis the season to lock, load, and be jolly!

MULTIPLAYER BONANZA
– Dominate enemies on two beloved Modern Combat maps: Scramble and Overtime.
– Vote for the next map you want to battle on.
– Get revenge in Squad Battles by asking for a rematch.
– Climb the Solo and Squad multiplayer leagues.

CLASS HAS ITS PERKS
– Support your team with the new Class Skills that help all nearby allies.
– Level up to reach the new Level-120 cap.

CHRISTMAS IS COMING TO TOWN
– Holiday jingles added to the menu.
– Seasonal masks: Santa, The Reindeer and more.
– New blizzard effect for the Rooftops map.
– Special Christmas decorations all around.
– Special Santa skin for all VIPs.
(Seasonal content will last throughout the Christmas season.)

BATTLEPACK GOODIES
– Cool masks.
– Awesome new kill signs.
– Pro weapons.

NEW WIDGET
– See which friends are online and what they’re doing.
– Check the status of live events.
– Check your Solo and Squad League rank.

IMPROVEMENTS & FIXES
– Improved anti-cheating system.
– Added a “Report” icon to inform us of suspected cheaters.
– Enhanced Spectator Mode and kill cams.
– Improved spawning system.

Modern Combat 5: Blackout: $3.99 (Reg. $7)

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