Call of Duty: Warzone Temporarily Disables Popular Shotgun

Call of Duty: Warzone Temporarily Deactivates the Reclaimer 18 Shotgun

The popular Reclaimer 18 shotgun has been unexpectedly removed from Call of Duty: Warzone, leaving players wondering why. The official Call of Duty announcement offered little explanation, only stating the weapon is disabled "until further notice."

Warzone's vast arsenal, constantly expanding with weapons from new Call of Duty titles like Black Ops 6, presents ongoing balancing challenges. Integrating weapons designed for different games, such as the Modern Warfare 3-originating Reclaimer 18 (a semi-automatic shotgun modeled after the SPAS-12), can lead to unforeseen issues. Maintaining equilibrium and stability across the diverse weapon pool is a significant task for the developers.

The Reclaimer 18's sudden removal has sparked speculation among players. Some suspect a problematic "glitched" blueprint, potentially making the weapon excessively lethal. Videos and images circulating online seem to support this theory.

Player reaction is divided. Many welcome the temporary disabling, believing it addresses an overpowered weapon. Some even suggest reconsidering the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts, which enable dual-wielding of the Reclaimer 18, creating a highly effective, albeit controversial, combat style. While nostalgic for the "akimbo shotgun" meta of past games, others found it frustrating to face.

However, other players express disappointment, arguing the action is overdue. The problematic blueprint is exclusive to a paid Tracer Pack, raising concerns about unintentional "pay-to-win" elements. They contend that more thorough testing should have been conducted before releasing the Tracer Pack. The situation highlights the complexities of balancing a continuously evolving game with a massive weapon selection.