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Modern Warfare 2 is publisher Activision's eighth major installment in the Call of Duty franchise, and developer Infinity Ward's fourth. Modern Warfare 2 is a continuation of the story of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Players will control a member of Task Force 141, lead by Captain John "Soap" MacTavish, one of the main protagonists of the first game. The fate of Captain Price is still uncertain. It is unknown if the CoD4 Epilogue, "Mile High Club", will be contextualized or even fully explained in Modern Warfare 2.
Speculated Setting & Story
At the release of the box art for Modern Warfare 2, many speculations had been made regarding the faded background in the art. Some people thought that it may be a very damaged Capitol Building, suggesting that at least some of the campaign will take place in an assaulted United States.
A new video on Inside Xbox featured some concept art and raised further questions, especially regarding whether the game will take place on U.S. soil. Community Manager Robert Bowling later commented:
New multiplayer details:
Infinity Ward's YouTube Channel, along with the official Modern Warfare 2 website, release a multiplayer trailer, revealing new features like customizable kill streak rewards. Far beyond choppers and airstrikes, players can now choose from 15 different kill streak rewards.
The big reveal is the AC-130 Airstrike, which allows the player to relive CoD4's "Death from Above" mission - the kill streak selection screen reads "Be the gunner of an AC-130."
The trailer also reveals new weapons, including a missile launcher that enables players to strike back at enemy aircraft. For the sake of balance, however, it seems planes will be able to defend against missiles.
After the main scenes of the trailer and after the Modern Warfare 2 logo, the player is treated to a funny scene of a player apparently sticking another with a "Semtex" Grenade, very similar to Halo's plasma grenades.
August 28th, 2009
Another clip was officially released revealing Modern Warfare 2 gameplay. The clip released is named "Flag Runner" and it gives the people now view of a new take on Capture the Flag. It takes place in what appears to be a Brazilian shantytown.
Here is a list of the things that the clips says about the game:
From the trailer released on July 27th we have learned that player now have a customizable kill streak reward screen. Here are some kill streak rewards that the particular player had equipped during the clip that the player obtained:
4 Kill Streak reward Symbol - Air Drop
What will yours be?
At the end of the clip the viewers were treated to an extra about 20 seconds of gameplay of a player coming up behind FOURZEROTWO who is sniping with the Barret .50, and a host migration occurs. The player throws a knife into the sniping player's exposed back from a distance.
Other notable features:
A throwing knife. You only carry one knife but you can throw it, but you must retrieve it if you want to use it again.
It seems like each player will be able to create their own unique player card with a motto and a profile picture. This will also include your rank and your name. These seem to pop up at the bottom when you kill an enemy.
Also shown was a new game mode for Modern Warfare 2 called Flag Runner. This game mode seemed to be similar to the regular Capture the Flag except a lot more frantic. Players seemed to have to collect the flag from the center of the map and run to the drop off point. Whether this is similar to one flag is still unclear.
A new system has been implemented where if the host of the multiplayer game leaves, instead of kicking everyone out of the game Infinity Ward have created a Host Migration system, where it chooses another host for the game in about 5-8 seconds.
* Robert Bowling has revealed on July 29th, 2009 that there WILL NOT be a Hardened or Prestige Edition for the PC version of the game.*
Multiplayer Modes
Capture the Flag
Capture enemy team's flag and return it to your base.
Domination
Capture and defend three objectives spread across the map.
Ground War
Large team based games. Consists of Team Deathmatch and Objective game types.
Weapons, Attachments & Equipment
Most of these weapons have been confirmed by Robert Bowling or shown in trailers/video.
*This is not the final list, it will be adjusted accordingly.*
Assault Rifles:
Submachine Guns:
Sniper Rifles:
Light Machine Guns:
Pistols:
Machine Pistols
Shotguns:
Explosives and Grenades:
Launchers:
Melee/Close Quarter Weapons:
Attachments:
Perks
Tier 1- Blue
Sleight of Hand - Faster Reloading.
Bling - x2 Attachments for primary weapon.
Marathon - Unlimited sprint.
Scavenger - Get Ammunition From Dead Bodies.
One Man Army - Switch classes in-game.
Tier 2 - Red
Stopping Power - Increased Bullet Damage.
Lightweight - Increased Mobility.
Cold Blooded - Invisible to UAV, sentry guns, thermal imagery, and air support.
Hardline - One less kill required per killstreak.
Danger Close - Increases explosive weapons damage.
Tier 3 - Green
Commando - Increased Melee Range.
Steady Aim - Increased Hip Fire Accuracy.
Scrambler - The ability to jam nearby radar.
SitRep - Shows enemy explosives and tactical insertions deployed.
Ninja - Invisible to heartbeat sensors.
4 Kills
6 Kills
7 Kills
9 Kills
11 Kills
Accolades
Accolades are special rewards you receive based on your in game performance.
AFK: No kills/No deaths
Accident Prone: Most suicides
AR Specialist: Most assault rifle kills
Blindfire: Most bullet penetration kills
Bomb Blocker: Most bomb carrier kills
Bomb Expert: Most bombs planted
Boomstick: Most shotgun headshots
Buckshot: Most shotgun kills
Clutch Player: Match Winning Kill
CQB: Most SMG kills
Decimator: Killed entire enemy team without dying
Defuser: Most bombs defused
Devastation: Highest multikill
Dominator: Most points captured
Double Threat: Most kills as flag carrier
Evolver: Most classes changed
Exterminator: Most thumper kills
Flag Capturer: Most flags captured
Flag Returner: Most flags returned
Fragger: Most frag grenade kills
Genocidal: Most multikills
Grassy Knoll: Most time spent prone
Grenadier: Most grenade kills
Grudge Match: Most kills of same player
High Command: Highest average altitude
Hot Potato: Most grenades thrown back
Loaner: Most kills with enemy weapons
Lockdown: Most time spent in one place
Lock and Load: Most reloads
Marksman: Most longshots
Nomad: Longest distance travelled
Overkill: Most kills/Most headshots
Pathfinder: Most UAV's
Rescuer: Most rescues
Semtex Pro: Most semtex kills
Smoking Gun: Most pistol headshots
Sneaker: Most time spent crouched
Sniper: Most stationary kills
Sprayer: Most hipfire kills
Stunner: Most stun grenade hits
Survivalist: Most equipment kills
Switchblade: Most knife kills
Terminal: Shortest life
Top Gun: Most airstrikes
Unbreakable: Most bullets deflected
Unstoppable: Longest killstreak
Upriser: Most kills of higher rank
Vengeful: Most paybacks
Weapon Rack: Most weapon swaps
Special Ops mode is a standalone mode separate from the campaign narrative. It is inspired by CoD4's "Mile High Club" epilogue, in that the player must complete a specific objective within a set time limit. You can play solo or co-op with one other player, online or in split-screen.
A debriefing screen lists mission type, resistance you will face and expected completion time before you start the mission. At the start of the certain missions you have a choice of switching weapons of equipment.
Spec Ops mode also has a new enemy type not seen in the campaign. Dubbed "Juggernaut", this enemy's purpose is to flush out the player from entrenched positions. Clad in bomb disposal gear, the Juggernaut's heavy armor makes it a tough kill.
There are different difficulty levels, ranging from Normal to Veteran. By completing missions, the player is able to earn stars that further unlock later mission groups. The harder the difficulty on which one complete a mission, the more stars one gains. There are 5 mission tiers to unlock, from Alpha to Delta.
Spec-Ops is broken down to six mission types:
Primetime Promotion:
Flexing their muscle and pull, Activision started this commercial onslaught with an NBA playoff reveal trailer. Essentially two minute video about the campaign. The trailer itself was cut short only after 30 seconds and wasn't shown until the end of the basketball game.
The next commercial though, titled Infamy, fared better than their first attempt and was shown in its' full two minute running time. It was aired during Sunday Night Football with the San Diego Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers. The most notable images from the video were of Washington, D.C.; specifically locations of a Capitol Building and White House burning after a terrorist attack that garnered controversy from the public.
Nearing its' release date and seeing another prime time sporting event it was time for the launch trailer. The trailer was shown during game 6 of the World series. It used Eminem's "Till I Collapse" and was mostly recycled footage from previous videos but also featured new video of the player in outer space.
MW2: Ghost Comic:
There will be a new series of comics based on a character named " Ghost". The series is simply titled MW2: Ghost and will be worked on by David Lapham. It is a six issues series that will tell the origins of the character and how he got his nickname. The series will take place across the world from Mexico, Afghanistan to the United Kingdom.
Seeing "Stars" in Modern Warfare 2:
It has been confirmed that rapper 50 Cent will have his voice featured as a squad leader in MW2's multiplayer Special Ops mode. Also, rock group Good Charlotte were seen with 50 Cent during the gameplay session. Other well known testers of Modern Warfare 2 have included comedian Dane Cook and The Office star Rainn Wilson.
Monster Energy Drink Promo
Monster Energy and Activision have partnered together bring a Modern Warfare 2 branded beverage to the US. This will hit store shelves in four packs beginning in October. Included in each package is a code that can be redeemed online for a chance to win one of several prizes. The giveaway list is as follows:
On November 5th, Vince Zampella of Infinity Ward indirectly confirmed the fact that players of the PC version will not even be alloted access to the console so change settings such as FOV, weapon damage etc.
Full Story and details
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Modern Warfare 2 Launch Trailer
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The Infamy of Modern Warfare 2
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Modern Warfare 2 Interview
Modern Warfare 2 is Infinity Ward's sequel to Call of Duty 4.
Overview
Army Ranger
Speculated Setting & Story
At the release of the box art for Modern Warfare 2, many speculations had been made regarding the faded background in the art. Some people thought that it may be a very damaged Capitol Building, suggesting that at least some of the campaign will take place in an assaulted United States.A new video on Inside Xbox featured some concept art and raised further questions, especially regarding whether the game will take place on U.S. soil. Community Manager Robert Bowling later commented:
This comment was made in regards to the possibility of campaign missions being set in Pittsburgh. However, the latest campaign trailer, Infamy, confirms early rumors of an attack on the United States. The trailer shows Washington, D.C. reduced to a crumbling war zone, the Washington Monument ruined. A brief glimpse is shown of U.S. forces storming an enemy-occupied Capitol Building and White House."That's just early concept art and does not confirm any locations. Quite a bit of concept never makes it into the game. Just take this for what it is, concept."
Evolution of Details
Yup, you'll have many chances to knife pesky terrorists in Modern Warfare 2
May 28, 2009
New details emerge from Dutch gaming magazine Power Unlimited.- Both bullets and grenades have realistic physics. Bullets will now ricochet off of walls and grenades will realistically fall down stairs.
- It is now possible to hold a handgun in one hand and a knife in the other.
- Bullet time is featured in the campaign in key scripted moments.
- Innocent civilians will be present in war zones.
- Every time the player finishes a level of the campaign, a new challenge is unlocked.
- New weapons will be added. For example, a gun equipped with a heart rate sensor, for use in specific sections of the campaign.
- Existing weapons will be remodeled.
- Environments will be much more destructible.
New multiplayer details:
- There will be new multiplayer modes and perks that will be introduced at E3.
- A new perk will allow the player to use a riot shield.
July 27th, 2009
Murderize fools from an AC-130...
The big reveal is the AC-130 Airstrike, which allows the player to relive CoD4's "Death from Above" mission - the kill streak selection screen reads "Be the gunner of an AC-130."
...or shoot one down!
After the main scenes of the trailer and after the Modern Warfare 2 logo, the player is treated to a funny scene of a player apparently sticking another with a "Semtex" Grenade, very similar to Halo's plasma grenades.
August 28th, 2009
Another clip was officially released revealing Modern Warfare 2 gameplay. The clip released is named "Flag Runner" and it gives the people now view of a new take on Capture the Flag. It takes place in what appears to be a Brazilian shantytown.Here is a list of the things that the clips says about the game:
From the trailer released on July 27th we have learned that player now have a customizable kill streak reward screen. Here are some kill streak rewards that the particular player had equipped during the clip that the player obtained:
4 Kill Streak reward Symbol - Air Drop
- 4 Kills - Air Drop
- 5 Kills - Predator Missile
What will yours be?
At the end of the clip the viewers were treated to an extra about 20 seconds of gameplay of a player coming up behind FOURZEROTWO who is sniping with the Barret .50, and a host migration occurs. The player throws a knife into the sniping player's exposed back from a distance.
Other notable features:
- Highest player level 70
- Host migration now in the game
- Double attachments shown
Multiplayer
Be sure to check out Brad's hands on coverage of Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer.
Throwing Knife
A throwing knife. You only carry one knife but you can throw it, but you must retrieve it if you want to use it again.
Kill Card
It seems like each player will be able to create their own unique player card with a motto and a profile picture. This will also include your rank and your name. These seem to pop up at the bottom when you kill an enemy.
Flag Runner
Also shown was a new game mode for Modern Warfare 2 called Flag Runner. This game mode seemed to be similar to the regular Capture the Flag except a lot more frantic. Players seemed to have to collect the flag from the center of the map and run to the drop off point. Whether this is similar to one flag is still unclear.
Host Migration
A new system has been implemented where if the host of the multiplayer game leaves, instead of kicking everyone out of the game Infinity Ward have created a Host Migration system, where it chooses another host for the game in about 5-8 seconds.
Release Versions
Normal Game
- Includes just the standard game and the manual.
- Priced at the usual $59.99.
Hardened Edition
Modern Warfare 2: Hardened Edition
- Includes game and manual.
- Special metallic and holographic limited edition packaging.
- Token to download Call of Duty Classic on XBL Arcade and PSN.
- Artbook that includes such things as level progression, character profiles, and details on guns and vehicles.
- Priced at $79.99.
Veteran Edition
- Modern Warfare 2 game.
- SteelBook case with custom artwork.
The Veteran Edition - Token to download Call of Duty Classic.
- Hardbound art book, “Behind the Lines” with concept art from the game.
- Also includes Captain MacTavish ARTFX Statue sculpted by Kotobukiya.
- Modeled after Soap, as seen on the "Cliffhanger" mission shown at E3.
- Exclusive to British website: www.game.co.u k . It is priced at £119.99. (approximately $176.56)
Prestige Edition
- Top collectors edition one can acquire for the game.
Modern Warfare 2 Prestige Edition - Includes game and manual.
- Special metallic and holographic limited edition packaging
- Token that allows one to download Call of Duty on XBL Arcade and PSN.
- Artbook that includes such things as level progression, character profiles, and details on guns and vehicles.
- Fully functional night vision goggles branded with the Modern Warfare 2 and Infinity Ward logo.
- Soap MacTavish Sculpted head designed to display the night vision goggles when not in use.
- Priced at $149.99.
* Robert Bowling has revealed on July 29th, 2009 that there WILL NOT be a Hardened or Prestige Edition for the PC version of the game.*
Limited Edition Modern Warfare 2 Xbox 360
This special edition Xbox will ship on November 10, 2009 for $399.99. It will include the following:- Detachable 250GB HDD
Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Xbox 360 Bundle - 2 Black wireless controllers
- Black headset (not Madcatz throat mic)
- Regular edition of Modern Warfare 2.
- 1 Ethernet Cable
- 1 Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable
- Free one month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold
- Free Netflix trial offer
Multiplayer Modes
Free For All
No teams, every man for himself. Kill or be killed.Team Deathmatch
Work with your team to kill opponents and reach the score limit.Capture the Flag
Capture enemy team's flag and return it to your base. Assault
Demolition
Two teams are on defense and offense. The offensive team's objective is to plant a bomb, while the defensive team defends a certain area. You are able to respawn in this mode and during halftime the teams switch sides.Domination
Capture and defend three objectives spread across the map. Ground War
Large team based games. Consists of Team Deathmatch and Objective game types. Sabotage
Search and Destroy
No respawning. Two factions with one playing defense and one playing offense. Offensive Team has one bomb and two locations to choose from. Defensive team must protect these sites from attackers. There is a short interval and both factions switch sides.Hardcore Team Deathmatch
Hardcore Search and Destroy
Weapons, Attachments & Equipment
Most of these weapons have been confirmed by Robert Bowling or shown in trailers/video.*This is not the final list, it will be adjusted accordingly.*
Assault Rifles:
Submachine Guns:
Sniper Rifles:
- M21EBR
Light Machine Guns:
Pistols:
Machine Pistols
Shotguns:
- SPAS-12 (default)
- AA-12 (lvl 18)
- Armsel Striker (lvl 34)
- Ranger (lvl 42)
- M1014 (lvl 54)
- Winchester 1887 (lvl 67)
Explosives and Grenades:
Launchers:
- AT-4 (default)
- Thumper (lvl 14)
- Stinger (lvl 30)
- Javelin (lvl 50)
- RPG-7 (lvl 65)
Melee/Close Quarter Weapons:
- Riot Shield (default)
Attachments:
- Red Dot Sight
- ACOG Scope
- Suppressor
- Heartbeat Sensor
- M203 Grenade Launcher
- GP-25 Grenade Launcher
- Masterkey
- EOTech Sight
- Thermal Scope
- Extended Magazine
- FMJ
Equipment
- Frag Grenade (default)
- Semtex (default)
- Throwing Knife (lvl 7)
- Tactical Insertion (lvl 11)
- Blast Shield (lvl 19)
- Claymore (lvl 31)
- C4 (lvl 43)
Perks
Tier 1- Blue
Sleight of Hand - Faster Reloading.
- Pro - Quicker sight aiming.
Bling - x2 Attachments for primary weapon.
Bling
- Pro - x2 attachments for secondary weapon.
Marathon - Unlimited sprint.
- Pro - Enables you to climb obstacles faster.
Scavenger - Get Ammunition From Dead Bodies.
- Pro - Adds extra magazine clips.
One Man Army - Switch classes in-game.
- Pro - Quicker in game class swapping.
Tier 2 - Red
Stopping Power - Increased Bullet Damage.
- Pro - Increases bullet damage on helicopters and vehicles.
Lightweight - Increased Mobility.
Lightweight
- Pro - Increased knife ability.
Cold Blooded - Invisible to UAV, sentry guns, thermal imagery, and air support.
Hardline - One less kill required per killstreak.
- Pro - Deathstreaks requirements reduced by 1.
Danger Close - Increases explosive weapons damage.
- Pro - Adds extra damage to air strikes.
Tier 3 - Green
Commando - Increased Melee Range. - Pro - Reduced/no fall damage.
Steady Aim - Increased Hip Fire Accuracy.
- Pro - Extends steady sight aiming with scopes.
Scrambler - The ability to jam nearby radar.
- Pro - Puts a delay in enemy claymores.
SitRep - Shows enemy explosives and tactical insertions deployed.
- Pro - Enemy footsteps are louder.
Ninja - Invisible to heartbeat sensors.
- Pro - Silences your movements.
Unlockable Killstreaks
You are able to customize killstreak rewards to your liking. There are a total of 15 to unlock and you are limited to 3 per class.3 Kills
Counter UAV
- UAV - Shows enemy position on minimap.
4 Kills
- Care Package - Drops a randomly generated killstreak reward or ammo crate.
- Counter-UAV - Temporally disables enemy radar.
5 Kills
- Sentry Gun - Airdrop a Sentry Turret
Pave Low - Predator Missile - Remotely control a Missile
6 Kills
- Precision Airstrike - Call in an Airstrike on the map.
7 Kills
- Harrier Strike
- Attack Helicopter - Request an attack chopper that provides air support.
8 Kills
AC-130
- Emergency Airdrop
9 Kills
- Pave Low - Call in a heavily armored attack chopper for support.
- Stealth Bomber - Call in a stealth bomber, does not appear on radar.
11 Kills
- Chopper Gunner
- AC-130 - Control an AC-130 Gunship.
15 Kills
- EMP - Electromagnetic pulse or EMP for short. Temporarily disables enemy electronics.
25 Kills
- Tactical Nuke - Gives you and your team an instant win. The Tactical Nuke ends the match with a bang by killing everyone on the map.
Deathstreaks
- Copycat (default)
Painkiller
- Painkiller (lvl 6)
- Martyrdom (lvl 27)
- Final Stand (lvl 39)
Accolades
Accolades are special rewards you receive based on your in game performance. AFK: No kills/No deaths
Accident Prone: Most suicides
AR Specialist: Most assault rifle kills
Blindfire: Most bullet penetration kills
Bomb Blocker: Most bomb carrier kills
Bomb Expert: Most bombs planted
Boomstick: Most shotgun headshots
Buckshot: Most shotgun kills
Clutch Player: Match Winning Kill
CQB: Most SMG kills
Decimator: Killed entire enemy team without dying
Defuser: Most bombs defused
Devastation: Highest multikill
Dominator: Most points captured
Double Threat: Most kills as flag carrier
Evolver: Most classes changed
Accolades
Exterminator: Most thumper kills
Flag Capturer: Most flags captured
Flag Returner: Most flags returned
Fragger: Most frag grenade kills
Genocidal: Most multikills
Grassy Knoll: Most time spent prone
Grenadier: Most grenade kills
Grudge Match: Most kills of same player
High Command: Highest average altitude
Hot Potato: Most grenades thrown back
Loaner: Most kills with enemy weapons
Lockdown: Most time spent in one place
Lock and Load: Most reloads
Marksman: Most longshots
Nomad: Longest distance travelled
Overkill: Most kills/Most headshots
Pathfinder: Most UAV's
Rescuer: Most rescues
Semtex Pro: Most semtex kills
Smoking Gun: Most pistol headshots
Sneaker: Most time spent crouched
Sniper: Most stationary kills
Sprayer: Most hipfire kills
Stunner: Most stun grenade hits
Survivalist: Most equipment kills
Switchblade: Most knife kills
Terminal: Shortest life
Top Gun: Most airstrikes
Unbreakable: Most bullets deflected
Unstoppable: Longest killstreak
Upriser: Most kills of higher rank
Vengeful: Most paybacks
Weapon Rack: Most weapon swaps
Multiplayer Maps
- Afghan - Wide open, expansive desert map with mountainous terrain and a downed AC-130. The rocky terrain and cliffs provide plenty of sniper positions while the downed AC-130 provides temporary cover. There are also several underground caves that allow for flanking.
- Derail
- Estate
- Favela - A Brazilian shantytown with tight confined spaces. The map is a small village with various buildings and tight alleyways. Expect plenty of close quarters combat.
- Highrise - Rooftop of a highrise office building. Both teams starts on opposite ends of two separate office buildings and converge on a central rooftop. The central rooftop has small huts and shacks with a helicopter perched on a helipad.
- Invasion
- Quarry
- Rust - An old abandoned mining facility.
- Scrapyard
- Skid Row
- Sub Base
- Terminal
- Underpass
- Wasteland
Special Ops Mode
There are 23 missions in Special Ops Mode:- Breach and Clear - Breach a wall and eliminate the bad guys.
- O Cristo Redentor - Based on Takedown (a single player mission), it's pretty much a terrorist hunt while trying to avoid hitting citizens.
- Sniper Fi
- Hidden
- Suspension
- Body Count
- Acceptable Losses
Locker rooms were never a very safe place. - Bomb Squad
- Estate Takedown - This takes place outdoors and is simple, just kill terrorists.
- Time Trial
- The Pit
- Snatch & Grab
- Terminal
- Wreckage
- Overwatch
- Big Brother
- Evasion
- Race
- Wardriving
Special Ops mode is a standalone mode separate from the campaign narrative. It is inspired by CoD4's "Mile High Club" epilogue, in that the player must complete a specific objective within a set time limit. You can play solo or co-op with one other player, online or in split-screen.
A debriefing screen lists mission type, resistance you will face and expected completion time before you start the mission. At the start of the certain missions you have a choice of switching weapons of equipment.
Spec Ops mode also has a new enemy type not seen in the campaign. Dubbed "Juggernaut", this enemy's purpose is to flush out the player from entrenched positions. Clad in bomb disposal gear, the Juggernaut's heavy armor makes it a tough kill.
There are different difficulty levels, ranging from Normal to Veteran. By completing missions, the player is able to earn stars that further unlock later mission groups. The harder the difficulty on which one complete a mission, the more stars one gains. There are 5 mission tiers to unlock, from Alpha to Delta.
Spec-Ops is broken down to six mission types:
- Stealth – Sneak through the level avoiding enemy confrontation.
- Wave Defense – Hold your own against five increasingly difficult waves of opponents.
- Elimination – Defend against a specific number of enemies.
- Time Trial - Based on the Snowmobile chase in the game the player starts with a set amount of time and needs to get to the bottom of the mountain, going through gates to get more time.
- Snowmobile Combat – Vehicular combat.
- AC-130 – One player will control the gunship for air support, with two player the second will call out targets with their rifle.
Downloadable Content
First announced at E3 2009, there will be at least two map packs released for Modern Warfare 2 - both will be timed Xbox 360 exclusives. The first map pack will arrive in Spring 2010.Graphics Engine
Modern Warfare 2 takes advantage of a new graphics engine technology that saves disc space, while adding graphical fidelity. Dubbed "Texture Streaming" it allows the designers to create larger environments without sacrificing object and character detail. The streaming tech also enables them to focus development on weather effects and environmental destruction.
"Texture Streaming" Comparison
The Marketing and PR Blitz
From promos during the NBA playoffs to showing demos to movie stars, Infinity Ward is keen on hyping Modern Warfare 2 well into its November release date.Primetime Promotion:
Flexing their muscle and pull, Activision started this commercial onslaught with an NBA playoff reveal trailer. Essentially two minute video about the campaign. The trailer itself was cut short only after 30 seconds and wasn't shown until the end of the basketball game.
Aftermath
Nearing its' release date and seeing another prime time sporting event it was time for the launch trailer. The trailer was shown during game 6 of the World series. It used Eminem's "Till I Collapse" and was mostly recycled footage from previous videos but also featured new video of the player in outer space.
MW2: Ghost Comic:
MW 2 Ghost Variant Cover
There will be a new series of comics based on a character named " Ghost". The series is simply titled MW2: Ghost and will be worked on by David Lapham. It is a six issues series that will tell the origins of the character and how he got his nickname. The series will take place across the world from Mexico, Afghanistan to the United Kingdom.
Seeing "Stars" in Modern Warfare 2:
Good Charlotte and 50 Cent play MW 2.
Dane Cook playing Modern Warfare 2
Monster Energy Drink Modern Warfare 2 Edition
Monster Energy and Activision have partnered together bring a Modern Warfare 2 branded beverage to the US. This will hit store shelves in four packs beginning in October. Included in each package is a code that can be redeemed online for a chance to win one of several prizes. The giveaway list is as follows:
- 100 copies of Modern Warfare 2 for Xbox 360 or PS3
- 5,000 Map pack codes - planned release Spring 2010
- 10,000 codes for a Modern Warfare 2 dashboard theme
- Free cans of Monster Energy drinks
PC Controversy
Robert Bowling, community manager at Infinity Ward, announced on the BASH podcast that the PC version of MW2 will be taking a more console-like approach towards multiplayer and would use the IWnet matchmaking system. He also confirmed that the PC version won't support any fully dedicated servers or mods. This sparked a huge outcry from the PC community, who started a petition directed at Infinity Ward to reconsider their decision. As of 10/21/09, the petition had garnered over 120,000 signatures.On November 5th, Vince Zampella of Infinity Ward indirectly confirmed the fact that players of the PC version will not even be alloted access to the console so change settings such as FOV, weapon damage etc.
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PC System Requirements
Minimum Requirements- OS: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 3200 processor or better
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: ATI Radeon 1600XT or better or 256 MB NVIDIA GeForce 6600GT or better
- DirectX: Microsoft DirectX(R) 9.0c
- Hard Drive: 12GB of free hard drive space
- Sound: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
- Internet: Broadband connection required for Multiplayer Connectivity. Internet Connection required for activation.
- Co-op/Multiplayer Hosting: To host Co-op or MP matches, a 2Ghz dual-core or better processor is recommended.
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Gimme Gimme!!
a list of 80 items by GoodbyeSoberDay
a list of 80 items by GoodbyeSoberDay
