Call of Duty: Warzone temporarily disables the Reclaimer 18 shotgun. The popular Modern Warfare 3 weapon has been removed from the game "until further notice," with no specific reason given by developers.
This unexpected removal has sparked considerable player speculation, with many pointing to a potentially "glitched" blueprint version of the shotgun, Inside Voices, as the culprit. Videos and screenshots circulating online seem to demonstrate its unusually high lethality.
The community's response is mixed. While some players applaud the developers' proactive approach in temporarily disabling an overpowered weapon, others express disappointment, arguing the issue should have been addressed before the release of the paid Tracer Pack containing the problematic blueprint. This, they claim, created an unintentional "pay-to-win" scenario. Concerns have also been raised regarding the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts, which allow dual-wielding of the Reclaimer 18, significantly amplifying its power.
The Reclaimer 18's temporary removal highlights the challenges of balancing a vast and ever-expanding weapon arsenal in Warzone, particularly when integrating content from various Call of Duty titles. The incident underscores the need for rigorous testing and quality assurance before releasing new weapons and blueprints, especially those available through paid bundles.