Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 2022 - All You Need To Know
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is set to release later this year, and we've heard a lot about it in recent months, which has made gamers excited. We know Modern Warfare 2 will pick up and feature a slew of fan favorites and the franchise as a whole, including Price, Ghost, Gaz, and Soap. There's a lot to look forward to, from an expansive multiplayer offering and an international campaign to brand-new combat mechanics and gameplay changes.
When Is Modern Warfare 2 Releasing?
Modern Warfare 2 will finally be released on October 28, 2022. As always, players will be able to pre-load digital versions of the game before jumping in right away as Modern Warfare 2 becomes available around the world. In terms of releases this year, it's clear that Activision is attempting to capitalize on a different type of gaming landscape.
Modern Warfare 2 Releasing On Which Platforms?
Modern Warfare 2 is set to launch on multiple platforms such as PlayStation, Xbox, and Battle.net. Activision went with the trend of providing ample support to old-gen consoles which justifies the releases on all platforms.
However, previous-generation versions may differ in one way: leakers have suggested Modern Warfare 2 may ship on multiple discs for the PS4 and Xbox One versions. This indicates the lack of support for older-gen consoles and who knows this might be the last game released by Activision which comes with support for old hardware.
When Does The Modern Warfare Beta Go Live?
Activision, as it did with Vanguard, Black Ops Cold War, and Modern Warfare, will allow players to get their hands on the new Call of Duty before it is released
Despite Microsoft's pending acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the PlayStation will receive the Modern Warfare 2 beta "at least five days" before other platforms. Modern Warfare 2 will have an open beta available on all platforms and if you pre-order the game you will receive early access to that beta. However, if you own a PlayStation, you will have access to this beta at least five days before everyone else.
Although nothing is official yet, the latest leaks indicate that the Beta will be released in September. First, PlayStation gamers can participate throughout September. According to prominent CoD insider RalphsValve, this PlayStation-only portion of the Beta will run from September 15 to September 19. Following that, Beta access is expected to be granted to all remaining platforms between September 22-26.
Modern Warfare 2 Trailer
Following a handful of early sneak peeks, the reveal trailer for Modern Warfare 2 was eventually exposed on June 8 after months of optimism.
Modern Warfare 2 is a direct sequel to Modern Warfare (2019), focusing on the newly formed Task Force 141, which includes Price, John 'Soap' MacTavish, Simon 'Ghost' Riley, Kyle Gaz' Garrick, and Kate Laswell. During the Xbox & Bethesda Showcase in June 2022, Activision revealed a seven-minute gameplay segment for Modern Warfare 2. It demonstrated a campaign mission called Operation Dark Water, which takes place on a cargo ship. Throughout the trailer, we see members of Task Force 141 conducting a variety of operations all over the world.
The Dark Water campaign mission was then projected during Summer Game Fest 2022. This mission, planned on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico, featured Task Force 141 in action as they methodically took control of the site, rapidly eradicating any foes who stood in their way.
Modern Warfare 2 Gameplay Details
Throughout the single-player experience, we'll take on the role of these different characters as they fight their way around the world. From the first explosive mission as Soap to the stealthier second level as Gaz, we'll undoubtedly encounter a variety of unique events. We also know that we can expect more innovative vehicular combat than has previously been seen in the franchise. The gameplay is set to be more chaotic than ever featuring new ways of encountering foes as well as newer weapon types.
Many COD enthusiasts were eager to know the fact whether Activision will introduce “Zombies” in their latest release. To put an end to any speculation, Infinity Ward developers have categorically stated that Modern Warfare 2 will not include a Zombie component.
"There will be no Zombies," developers confirmed to VentureBeat.
COD Modern Warfare 2 Game Modes
To add distinctiveness to the game Activision has planned to introduce new game modes in order to entertain their audience:
Knockout, an evolution of the Gunfight playlist, is the first new mode confirmed for Modern Warfare 2. In this new take on the formula, teams compete for a limited number of lives. The goal of the game is to either eliminate your opponents in each round or control a package until the timer expires.
A previously leaked Rainbow Six Siege-inspired mode is also in development. This one-of-a-kind model, known as Prisoner Rescue, takes a more tactical approach to round-based combat. Rather than charging in with all guns blazing, teams must first strategize around two hostages on the map. Players now have access to new gadgets, and traps, and can even scout the opposition using cameras.
Moreover, according to reports, Modern Warfare 2 will have its own Escape from Tarkov-style game mode called 'DMZ.' According to insiders Modern Warfare 2 DMZ has been in development since 2018 and will feature players working across larger maps to acquire loot, avoid rival teams, and successfully exit the map with their spoils. It's unclear when this DMZ mode will be available. While initial reports suggested a 2023 release date, new claims suggest a late 2022 release date is more likely.
Modern Warfare 2 Story Details
Modern Warfare 2 is set to be based on its 2019 competitor with the main sequel compromising on “Project Cortez”.
According to the first leaks, players would allegedly join US special forces in a "covert war against Colombian drug cartels," according to a VGC report. This campaign was allegedly designed to portray action with brutal realism, gore, and unique death animations
Along with the leaked map loading screens, significant weapon leaks have given us a pretty good idea of the game's weapon pool. Several guns from 2019 Modern Warfare will be returning, including the AX-50, Bruen Mk9, MP5, and MP7. There will also be previously unseen weapons to provide a unique experience for users coming from Modern Warfare 2019.
Final Words
Modern Warfare 2 is looking to be one of the best releases by Activision. The game is set to be one of the most anticipated by COD enthusiasts as well as casual gamers. It will undoubtedly provide a new experience, from gameplay innovations and engine upgrades to a completely new arsenal of weapons and equipment. This big release excites us all.
