Modern Warfare 2 is a first-person tactical shooter and the sixth
entry in the popular Call of Duty series. True to its name and following
the lead of its predecessor, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, it places
players in modern combat settings, as opposed to the WWII environments
of the earlier Call of Duty games. This modern approach brings with it
new weapons, action and options. Coupled with a variety of gameplay
modes including single player, multiplayer and the co-op Special Ops
Mode, it is destined to be one of the most popular games of 2009 and a
worthy addition to the Call of Duty series.
Story
The storyline of Modern Warfare 2 picks up where the events of Call of
Duty 4: Modern Warfare left off. The ultra-nationalist Russian leader
Zakhaev has been eliminated, but it seems that his lieutenant, Vladimir
Makarov, is an even bigger danger. Having made a successful play for
power, Intel indicates that he is extending the reach of his influence
well beyond the borders of Mother Russia, causing a stir in the
international community and prompting the involvement of Task Force 141.
Task Force 141 is an elite multinational unit made up of Navy Seals,
Delta Force operatives, British SAS and CIA. In the single player
campaign you are Sergeant Gary "Roach" Sanderson, with the hero of Call
of Duty 4, "Soap" MacTavish, promoted to Captain, making an appearance
as an NPC (non-player character) and your commanding officer. The
elimination of Makarov and his underlings at any cost is your number one
priority, regardless where the fight occurs.
Gameplay
The latest release in arguably the most successful tactical first-person
shooter franchise of all-time, gameplay in Modern Warfare 2 follows the
same winning and time-tested structure of earlier games in the series.
In the single player campaign players are aided by AI squad members as
they take on a series of missions aimed at eliminating Ultranationalist
forces. Each mission is built around a particular objective, with
players utilizing some level of guidance from NPC characters, including
"Soap" MacTavish, and aided in navigation by the game's heads up display
(HUD). Along the way players will be able to utilize a wide variety of
weaponry and and vehicles, as well as be able to customize weapons with
gadgets attached to them.
Also, just as in previous games in the series, Modern Warfare 2 is
heavily focused on multiplayer gameplay. The different multiplayer
modes, available both in local play and online, contain plenty of
customization options and revolve around different strategies ranging
from the every man for himself action of "Free-for All," the classic
team-based fun of "Capture the Flag and the tactical, team-oriented
action of "Search and Destroy," just to name a few.
Multiplayer modes
also feature the "Perk" System that players may be familiar with from
earlier in the franchise. Through this system players gain additional
abilities, weapons and benefits as they gain experience in combat. This
can be done by leveling up, but another important way way is through
"kill streaks," the number of enemies eliminated in succession. These
are available beginning with three kills and include the ability to call
for supply drops, predator missile strikes, helicopter gunships and
many more.
Players have the ability to customize in advance which perks
will be available at each number and can even gauge their progress
towards each at the touch of a button. With an eye towards not making
the game too hard for new players the game also features help to players
experiencing "death streaks," multiple consecutive deaths in
multiplayer matches.
Special Ops Co-op Mode
Along with a single player mode and multiple multiplayer modes, Modern
Warfare 2 also features an unique third main play option, Special Ops
Mode. Available both online and in local play, Special Ops Mode is
designed to provide a distinct time-based play option, featuring special
scenarios not found in other modes in the game and lots of enemies to
take on. This mode can be played either alone or with a friend, again
either locally or online, with local co-op play including split-screen
functionality.
Game Features:
Challenging Multiplayer Modes Modern Warfare 2 will contain a
wealth of multiplayer modes including: the every man for himself action
of "Free-for All," the classic team-based fun of "Capture the Flag and
the tactical, team-oriented action of "Search and Destroy."
Improved AI Enemies Improved artificial intelligence now
allows enemies to attack from virtually any direction as players respawn
into the game adding additional challenges.
An All-new Call of Duty Adventure - Modern Warfare 2 features
an all new Call of Duty storyline revolving around the continuing
struggles against the Russian rebel group the Ultranationalists, who
have found a new and more dangerous leader.
The 'Special Ops' Optional Co-op Mode "Special Ops" Mode
allows two players, either alone or with a friend, to engage in unique
mission play and features split-screen functionality.
Diverse In-game Environments - Battlegrounds traversed in the
game range from the lonely, snow-clad mountains of Kazakhstan, to dark
tunnels in the Afghanistan and the crowded slums of Rio.
Nonstop Action - Modern Warfare 2 contains no cutscenes, so
players are always engaged in the action, no matter where they are in
the game.
New Breach Gameplay Mechanic - Players can now blaze their own
paths through the game by "Breaching" formerly impregnable obstacles
like walls and doors with explosives.
New Gadgets, Weapons and Weapons System Modern Warfare 2
contains many new and updated weapons, new weapons attachments, as well
as a variant of the multiplayer weapons customization system from Call
of Duty 4, now available in the single player campaign.
New Perks and Increased Customization - Multiplayer modes
feature new perks for leveling up, and for killstreaks and deathstreaks.
Those awarded for streaks can customized in advance according to when
they become available.
