Call of Duty: Warzone's Reclaimer 18 Shotgun Temporarily Deactivated
The popular Reclaimer 18 shotgun, hailing from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, has been temporarily removed from Call of Duty: Warzone. The official announcement, lacking specific details, has ignited speculation within the player community regarding the reasons behind its sudden unavailability.
Warzone boasts an extensive arsenal, constantly expanding with additions from newer Call of Duty titles. This vast selection, while offering diverse gameplay, presents balancing and technical challenges. Weapons designed for previous games might prove overpowered or unstable within Warzone's environment. This ongoing balancing act requires significant developer effort to maintain game stability and content relevance.
The Reclaimer 18's temporary disablement is the latest example of this challenge. The official announcement simply stated its removal "until further notice," leaving players to speculate. The semi-automatic shotgun, inspired by the real-world SPAS-12, has proven a popular choice.
Player Reactions and Speculation
The lack of explanation prompted immediate speculation, focusing on a potentially "glitched" blueprint version of the weapon. Some players highlighted the unusual lethality of this version, suggesting it as the probable cause for the removal.
Community reaction is divided. Many players expressed support for the temporary removal, believing it necessary to address potential imbalances. Some even suggested reconsidering the Reclaimer 18's JAK Devastators aftermarket parts, which enable dual-wielding and significantly enhance the weapon's power. While nostalgic for the "akimbo shotgun" meta of previous games, others found this combination frustrating.
Conversely, some players voiced frustration, arguing the removal was overdue. The problematic blueprint is exclusive to a paid Tracer Pack, leading to accusations of unintentional "pay-to-win" mechanics. These players believe more rigorous testing should have been conducted before the Tracer Pack's release. The situation highlights the ongoing tension between adding new content and maintaining game balance in a constantly evolving title.
