It's out now, folks! Why aren't you playing it?
Hello and welcome to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 thread! Parts of this OP have been shamelessly stolen from Megamek’s OP, but once the game is released I’m sure it will blossom into a beautiful butterfly.
That doesn't seem very manly
Oh, right, uh, Wikipedia, bail me out here, buddy!
Wikipedia description:
Modern Warfare 2 (packaged as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2) is an upcoming first-person shooter video game developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. Officially announced on February 11, 2009, the game is due for worldwide release on November 10, 2009. It is the sixth installment of the Call of Duty series, and the direct sequel to Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, continuing along the same storyline.
Modern Warfare 2 will be released in conjunction with two other Call of Duty games: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized for the Nintendo DS, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, a port of Call of Duty 4 adapted by Treyarch for the Wii console. In addition, a comic book series based on one of the game's characters will also be produced, entitled Modern Warfare 2: Ghost. The developer has stated that the game's proprietary IW 4.0 game engine is an improvement over the engine used in its previous game.
I checked and surprisingly this description basically hasn’t changed, so eh.
Ground Rules
I've PM'd Echo about these, since I don't want to come off sounding like I think I have Mod-like powers, but I'll post them in this spoiler and let you guys decide whether they sound reasonable.
Due to previous controversy, I’m setting out some rules to ensure that we all have a good time here.
-No ‘LOL Treyarch’ posts: I don’t care if your cat was run over by a Treyarch employee, this is the MW2 thread, stay on topic.
-No PC vs console arguments: We’re all here to enjoy Modern Warfare 2, so play nice, and don’t perpetuate this stereotype of internet forums.
-Keep ethical debate civil: Discussing the inner workings of a game is what these threads are all about, but once again, play nice.
On Dedicated Servers, etc: This argument appears to have died down, and while any thread on even the most AAA of games is going to have people bring up (often legitamate) gripes (like Killer Croc in Batman:AA, or No Fighting in the War Room in this thread), I would like to think that the people who have been turned off from MW2 (your call and I respect your decision) have said their piece and can leave this thread to the people who are excited about this game.
-Remember your spoiler tags!
Awesome video time!
I know I've missed some, but they can always be added later.
What about weapons, perks, etc?
Weapons/equipment list plus unlock levels courtesy of Mechanical.
Primary Weapons
Assault Rifles
4 - M4A1
1 - FAMAS
9 - SCAR-H
20 - TAR-21
28 - FAL
40 - M16A4
48 - ACR
60 - F2000
70 - AK-47
Submachine Guns
4 - MP5K
1 - UMP 45
12 - TDI Vector
24 - P90
44 - Mini Uzi
Light Machine Guns
1 - L86 LSW
4 - RPD
16 - MG4
32 - AUG HBAR
52 - M240
Sniper Rifles
2 - Barrett Light Fifty
4 - Intervention
36 - WA2000
56 - M14 EBR
2 - Riot Shield
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Secondary
Machine Pistols
3 - PP2000
22 - G18
38 - M93
58 - TMP
Shotguns
1 - SPAS-12
18 - AA-12
34 - Striker
42 - Ranger
54 - M1014
67 - Model 1887
Handguns
2 - USP.45
26 - Colt Anaconda
46 - M9
62 - Desert Eagle
Launchers
1 - AT4-HS
14 - M79 x2
30 - Stinger
50 - Javelin
65 - RPG-7 X2
Equipment
4 - Frag grenade: Cookable frags
4 - Semtax: Timed stickey explosives
7 - Throwing Knife: Throwable weapon, can be picked back up
11 - Tactical Insertion: Choose spawn position
19 - Blast Shield: Increased explosive resistance
31 - Claymore: Proximity mine
43: C4: Remote explosive device
Special Grenades:
x1 Smoke
x2 Flash
x2 Stun
Primary weapon attachment list with help from Kris_xK (Secondary weapon attachment list pending):
Assault Rifles: ( M4A1, FAMAS, SCAR-H, TAR-21, FAL, M16A4, ACR, F2000, AK-47)
Grenade Launcher
Red Dot Sight
Silencer
ACOG Scope
FMJ
Shotgun
Holographic Sight
Heartbeat Sensor
Thermal
Extended Mags
Sub Machine Guns: (MP5K, UMP45, Vector, P90, Mini-Uzi)
Rapid Fire
Red Dot Sight
Silencer
ACOG Scope
FMJ
Akimbo
Holographic Sight
Thermal
Extended Mags
Light Machine Guns: (L86 LSW, RPD, MG4, AUG HBAR, M240)
Grip
Red Dot Sight
Silencer
ACOG Scope
FMJ
Holographic Sight
Heartbeat Sensor
Thermal
Extended Mags
Snipers: (Intervention, Barrett .50 cal, WA2000, M21 EBR)
Silencer
ACOG Scope
FMJ
Heartbeat Sensor
Thermal
Extended Mags
Perk list also courtesy of Mechanical (and completed with help from Kris_xK):
TIER 1
1 - Marathon: Unlimited sprint.
-Pro: Increased mantle speed. (Run 26 miles with this perk)
2 - Sleight of Hand - Faster reloading.
-Pro: Increased Aim Down Sight speed. (120 kills with this perk)
13 - Scavenger - Full resupply from dead enemies.
-Pro: Extra Mags. (100 Resupplies)
21 - Bling - 2 primary weapon attachments.
-Pro: Two attachments on secondary weapon. (200 kills with this perk)
45 - One Man Army - Switch classes without respawn.
-Pro: Swap classes faster. (120 kills with this perk)
TIER 2
1 - Stopping Power: Increased bullet damage.
-Pro: Increased damage to vehicles. (250 kills with this perk)
1 - Lightweight - Overall speed increase.
-Pro: Quick aim after sprinting. (Sprint 30 miles with this perk)
9 - Hardline: Killstreaks require 1 less kill.
-Pro: Deathstreaks require 1 less death. (40 killstreaks [at least 2 kills] with this perk)
25 - Cold-Blooded: Undetectable by UAV, air support, sentries and thermal.
-Pro: No red crosshair or name when targeted. (Destroy 40 enemy killstreak rewards while using this perk)
33 - Danger Close: Increased explosive damage.
-Pro: Extra air support damage. (100 explosive kills with this perk)
TIER 3
1 - Commando: Increased melee distance.
-Pro: No falling damage. (20 melee kills with this perk)
1 - Steady Aim: Increased hip accuracy.
-Pro: Iron Lungs (Hold breath longer to reduce sniper rifle sway). (80 hip-fire kills with this perk)
17 - Scrambler: Distorts nearby opponent's radar.
-Pro: Delay enemy claymore explosions. (50 close-range kills with this perk)
29 - Ninja: Invisible to heartbeat sensor.
-Pro: Dead Silence (Move silently). (50 close-range kills with this perk)
37 - Sitrep: Locate enemy explosives and tactical insertions.
-Pro: Enemy footsteps louder. (Destroy 120 enemy devices using this perk)
41 - Last Stand: Pull out your pistol before dying for 10 seconds.
-Pro: Use grenades and equipment as well as your pistol. (20 Last Stand kills)
Kill/Deathstreak list:
Modern Warfare 2 Killstreaks
3 Kills -- UAV
4 Kills -- Care Package
4 Kills -- Counter UAV
5 Kills -- Sentry Gun
5 Kills -- Predator Missile
6 Kills -- Precision Airstrike
7 Kills -- Strike
7 Kills -- Attack Heli
8 Kills -- Emergency Airdrop
9 Kills -- Pave Low
9 Kills -- Stealth Bomber
11 Kills -- Chopper Gunner
11 Kills -- AC-130
15 Kills -- EMP
25 Kills -- Tactical Nuke (this instantly ends the match with you as the victor)
Deathstreaks
1 - Copycat - 4 deaths without a kill
6 - Painkiller - 3 deaths without a kill
27 - Martyrdom - ? deaths without a kill
39 - Final Stand - ? deaths without a kill
Neogaf's thread is alright for some other info and pretty pictures.I want to play with people on this forum!(X360) Friends List for that console which overheats a lot:We've got a CoD Clan Meta-Tag run by Burtletoy: A PA CoD Clan
If you send a friend invite to this account, either pm Burtletoy on the forums, or send a message to his real xbox gamertag, Brutletoy (Not Burtletoy, like his forum handle) If you just post something in this thread, he might see it an reminder to add you.
Special Burtletoy related update!
Either way, what it comes down to is it is my list, and I'm not going to be the one sending the invites cause I don't want to and I'm going to go home and take my ball with me!
In other words, send the invite to the clan, don't expect him to take the time to send invites to you.
There's also
PA CoD4, which is an older account with a lot of names on it, I think it was being run by I King Kong I. It probably isn't being maintained anymore, FYI.
(PS3) Friends List for that console which people seem to laugh out loud about for some reason:
PA Handle - PS3 Name
Gihgehls as Hellphish
Debaserzbs as FancyLad
Jokerman as Jokermein
Fourier_series as Fourier_series
Algertman as AlbertBOMB
(PC) Friends List for that console which actually isn’t a console and uses some sort of program called ‘Storm’, or whatever.
PA Handle - Steam Name
Gihgehls as hellphish
And finally, a funny:
Posts
Indeed.
A PA CoD Clan is currently being run by Brutletoy.
With Double Tap now being an attachment and Sleight of Hand remaining a perk, this has opened new windows for me as a support gunner. Though I lose Deep Impact as it's also an attachment. Urgh.
edit: whoa where's the info on what all is an attachment now? knowing that would be pretty helpful in planning some builds when I get dual attachments
You guys think the LIVE servers will be able to handle it this time?
Quick list of general attachments:
-Grenade Launcher
-Shotgun
-Red Dot Sight
-Holographic Sight
-ACOG
-Thermal Scope
-FMJ Rounds (Deep Impact)
-Gas Regulator (Double Tap)
-Extended Magazines (Hybrid of Extended Mags from World at War & Bandolier from what I've read)
-Silencer
-Heartbeat Sensor
-Grip
-Akimbo
Obviously there's various compatibilities and whatnot to take into account, but it's a little wider in scale.
It's a little out of date, actually. They're missing the MARS attachment and the MP9. Looks like that's a copy and paste of a copy and paste.
Someone explain the rationale.
More stuff to use. I think I have more a problem with the AT4 being used as an anti-aircraft weapon.
They can't seem to decide if it's the HBAR or the A2. The name says one thing, but the appearance says another.
From a gameplay standpoint, it is.
Your powers of deduction are truly amazing. Was it the sentence "For those too lazy to check out Neogaf" that tipped you off? Or maybe the use of the quote brackets?
I'm just happy we can use Deep Impact and Double Tap with Bling. It really does make that perk extremely attractive, even without discussing the traditional type of attachments.
...More illustrating the point that it's been copied and altered repeatedly leaving inaccuracies and missing information. Who pissed in your cornflakes, anyway?
Like thus?
They said at the multiplayer event that their design philosophy goes as follows
1) Balance <=== 2 handed Riot shield
2) Fun Factor
3) Realism
also new thread smell
Do itttttttttttttt
I already know where the intro takes place, and that was enough to close my web browser.
Hopefully spoilers are kept 100% hidden, and not even referred to briefly :P
Please to be changing this PaperLuigi.
Xbox Friendlists
A PA CoD Clan
PA CoD4
Edit: Just logged into the account A PA CoD Clan and added Blankasaurus, The Lombinator, ConfusedWalrus, and BonesNYC
If you send a friend invite to this account, either pm me on the forums, or send a message to my real xbox gamertag, Brutletoy (Not Burtletoy, like my forum handle) If you just post something in this thread, I might see it an remember to add you.
On riot shields, I've read somewhere that people can shoot your feet. I'm torn on this, as I guess it's to make it fair to people who've used up their grenades, but hopefully this doesn't take balancing overboard. Guess I'll have to try it out and see.
EDIT: Added 'A PA CoD Clan', as well, god I'm so tired.
Here's the video, which I'll add to the OP.
Multiplayer Features
I dunno about successfully, but they're in counterstrike source :P
They are in 1.6 aswell but never really used.
Sig by ~ctraxX
I don't remember which of the PA COD groups I've got on my friends list, but I'll add the other one when I hop on a bit later, Burtle!