Just like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2019, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has plenty of stunning weapon inspections. Leftover bullets in the chamber can be seen when looking closely at a weapon, as well as realistic handling of each gun’s more unique aspects. However, the small details extend far beyond weapons this time around, as there are a number of neat features that make the new Modern Warfare 2 an immersive experience.
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The Impact of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s Small Touches
Though some aspects of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s realism bother players, like the loudness of footsteps, a lot of the mechanics suit the game’s tone. For instance, the new camera angle when spectating in game modes like Knockout and Prisoner Rescue is meant to represent the helmet cams worn by real soldiers. Having a whole new way to view Call of Duty’s action is interesting on its own, but the fact that it’s all being viewed through a camera that is actually present on the Operators is awesome.
Plenty of effort has been put into the new water mechanics for Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and the large scale MW2 modes like Ground War and Invasion, ensuring that the swimming system provides more impressive details for players to take in. Equipment behaves differently underwater, with Throwing Knives sinking to the ground right after being tossed and grenade explosions being dampened. Additionally, explosions cause a ripple effect in the water, Operator skins will get wet after players have gone for a swim, and blood will have a different appearance when underwater.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 killstreak animations are yet another area deserving of praise, as they are more extensive than usual and help make each killstreak more satisfying to use. Briefly seeing the soldiers in a Chopper Gunner is a nice way to set the stage for the streak’s power, and makes being shot down feel a little more impactful. The Gunship animation is particularly cool, with players seeing a gunner mess with multiple buttons when it is activated. When destroyed, players will see a unique death scene for the character they were controlling in the AC-130.
A final detail worth pointing out is the new pistol animation that can be accessed through Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s Gunsmith. With a specific attachment equipped, players will be able to carry out a unique movement where they hold onto their primary weapon while also pulling out their pistol. Having both weapons ready to go at the same time is not only a useful mechanic, but also another example of attention to detail, as the primary weapon is still clearly visible while slung over the Operator’s shoulder.
These fresh animations may not be appreciated by every Call of Duty player, but they ultimately lead to a game that feels more polished and detailed than its predecessors. Though it is obviously more important for a game to play well than it is for a game to look great, hopefully Modern Warfare 2 will be able to excel in both areas. If Infinity Ward listens to beta feedback and improves upon certain issues fans have with the game, it could end up striking a perfect balance between fun and realism.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 launches on October 28 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
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