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Story
The storyline of Modern Warfare 2 picks up where the events of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
left off. The ultranationalist 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.
Key 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.
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