Call of Duty: Warzone's Reclaimer 18 shotgun temporarily disabled. The popular weapon, introduced in Modern Warfare 3, has been removed from Warzone without specific explanation. This action, announced via official channels, has prompted player speculation regarding the cause.
Warzone's vast arsenal, constantly expanding with additions from new Call of Duty titles, presents ongoing balancing challenges. Integrating weapons designed for different games can lead to overpowered or underpowered results within Warzone's unique gameplay environment. The Reclaimer 18's temporary removal highlights these difficulties.
The official announcement offered no details on the reason for the disablement or its duration. Player theories range from a "glitched" blueprint, potentially offering unfair advantages, to concerns about its overall balance, particularly when used with the JAK Devastators attachment allowing dual-wielding.
Community reaction is mixed. Some players applaud the developers' proactive approach to addressing potential imbalances, even suggesting a review of the JAK Devastators attachment. Others express disappointment, arguing the disablement is overdue, particularly given the "pay-to-win" implications of the issue potentially affecting a paid blueprint. The incident underscores the ongoing balancing act between introducing new content and maintaining fair gameplay in a constantly evolving title.