Modern Warfare 2 Players Up in Arms as Activision Recycles Cosmetic Items in Twitch Prime Bundle.
Modern Warfare 2 players have recently expressed their dissatisfaction with Activision, accusing the company of recycling cosmetic items in a Twitch Prime bundle. This move has drawn significant criticism from the Call of Duty community especially considering Activision's history with microtransactions.
In April, Activision introduced several "pay-to-win" DMZ bundles that allowed players to gain advantages in the game by equipping premium skins. This decision angered the Warzone 2 players, leading to a wave of backlash. Although Activision responded by slightly nerfing one of the bundles, the issue of microtransactions remained a contentious topic within the community.
Despite the backlash, Activision did not completely remove the bundles. Instead, they addressed the concerns by making minor adjustments. However, the company is once again under scrutiny for its microtransaction practices, as players who had previously purchased a cosmetic bundle now find that it is being offered for free.
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On June 22, Activision released a new Prime Gaming bundle for Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone, featuring weapon blueprints for the Victus XMR sniper rifle and Lachmann Sub, as well as two new vehicle stickers and a general sticker. The problem arises from the fact that Activision had already released the same bundle through the in-game store, charging players for it. This recycling of content has left players who had previously purchased the bundle feeling slightly cheated.
The frustrations of players were quickly voiced through various channels. Well-known Warzone streamer HunterTV expressed his disappointment, stating, "This was already a bundle that you could buy with COD points." Another user added, "And I bought this one with COD points. Thanks for nothing a**holes!"
Community members questioned the value of purchasing cosmetic bundles, considering that they may lose access to them when the next game in the series is released. Activision recently announced the permanent shutdown of the WZ1 servers, leaving players unable to access their cosmetic items in Warzone. Although these items will still be available in the respective titles they originated from, such as Modern Warfare 2019, Black Ops Cold War, and Vanguard, the removal of these items from Warzone has saddened many players.
The decision to shut down the WZ1 servers has sparked further discontent within the community. Players are frustrated with the idea of investing in cosmetic bundles, only to have them rendered useless when the game is discontinued. One community member expressed their frustration, saying, "Why buy a bundle for them to close the game down in a couple of years and never get to use them again."
The recycling of cosmetic items in the Twitch Prime bundle has caused significant backlash among Modern Warfare 2 players. Activision's decision to re-release a previously paid bundle for free has left many feeling cheated. Additionally, concerns about the longevity of cosmetic items in Warzone have further fueled the frustration within the community. As the controversy continues, it is essential for players and enthusiasts to remain informed about the developments surrounding Modern Warfare 2.