The original maps of MW2 no longer hold the same nostalgia for the player base, as many are expressing their increasing distaste for the map pool of MW3.
Prior to the release of MW3, there was a lot of buzz surrounding the game’s potential to reverse the design decisions made in the rebooted Modern Warfare series. Additionally, the inclusion of all 16 maps from 2009’s MW2, allowing players to experience a more arcade-style version of CoD, was seen as the cherry on top.
However, not long after MW3 was released, the maps received significant backlash from every direction due to their failure to meet players’ expectations. One particular map, Rust, was heavily criticized for being a “piece of sh*t”map, with many citing the constant spawning issues as a major factor in their disdain.
Despite the passing months, players have recognized that the nostalgia associated with the 2009 map pool has significantly decreased.
After dedicating a significant amount of time to playing the MP this year, I can confidently say that my nostalgia for the original MW2 maps has faded. A MW3 player, Ic3nfir3, expressed the same sentiment on Reddit, stating, “I used to love the majority of these maps, but now I only enjoy a handful of them.”This was before discussing their excitement for Black Ops 6.
As previously mentioned, the spawn logic used in Rust has significantly affected the community’s reaction to these maps. Numerous comments have expressed frustration with the “absurd spawn traps,”which appears to be a major complaint that has not been addressed.
However, it was noted by many that the flow of MW3 is distinct from that of 2009. The addition of Tac Sprinting and increased movement choices has resulted in a significantly faster tempo, requiring players to adapt and employ varying playstyles.
According to one player, the movement in the game has significantly altered the flow of the maps, allowing for shortcuts through mantling in various locations. However, another player argued that the current formula does not compare to the “modern dumpster fire version of CoD”featured in the 2009 version.
Despite this, the release of Black Ops 6 is imminent, providing fans with a fresh selection of maps to explore.
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