The open beta of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is over, and many players are still in awe. However, some details need to be revised, according to fans.
How well is the game received? The latest installment of the Call of Duty series is celebrated by players. Already during the first beta weekend, there were almost only positive comments about the game. The well-known streamer Shroud even called it the best CoD game of all time.
On Twitch, nearly 100,000 people watched the new installment simultaneously at peak times. The competitor Fortnite was put in its place there.
However, despite all the positive vibes, some players also report annoying bugs or gameplay mechanics that are not well-received.
7 Things Beta Testers Criticize
Where do the criticisms come from? The remarks come from the players themselves. We have looked into this on Reddit, YouTube, and various other forums.
It’s important to know: So far, players could only try the beta version of Modern Warfare. It is common in a beta that things are tested and some details do not run smoothly yet.
Spawn Points in the Arms of the Opponents
What is the problem? One of the hottest topics during the beta was the spawn points. Various players show that they can practically stand in the opponents’ respawn point and eliminate dozens of rivals without any problems.
This is the worst spawn I’ve seen yet.. WHAT!? from r/modernwarfare
This causes annoyance among many fans. You can no longer prepare properly for the opponent, as they often defeat you before you can run properly.
What are players saying? Various threads on Reddit showcase the mentioned problem. Some players even call it the most important problem that Infinity Ward needs to fix.
For example, GJM1287 says: “I am glad they have two weekends to test the beta. This way they can really look at the problems and hopefully fix them before launch.”
What does the developer say? Infinity Ward has responded to this as well. In a Reddit post, they made it clear that the spawn system will be revised again before launch.
Bugs with Opponents’ Hitboxes
What is the problem? Various clips show that the opponents’ hitboxes are partly bugged. Especially the shotgun is affected by these issues.
please. fix the shotguns. from r/modernwarfare
There are videos showing that you shoot an opponent up close, but it is not counted as a hit. Only after several attempts is the opponent finally eliminated.
Damage Counts Oddly at Times
What is the problem? Normally, firefights go such that the shooter who hits first also gets the kill, as they have fired more shots.
I see tons of people are having this problem in the beta today with the shoot first die first issue from r/modernwarfare
However, reports of problems in such situations are on the rise in Modern Warfare. Many times, players have been eliminated even though they shot their opponent first. Here, a good balance does not seem to have been found yet.
The Eternal Problem with the Minimap
What is the problem? The outcry among players was loud when there was no minimap in Modern Warfare. A few days later, the developers added a modified version of the map. You can now see your teammates, but not the shots of the opponents.
Some players are handling this change really well, but many are still complaining. For example, it is mentioned on Reddit: “We need the standard minimap back; I understand that Infinity Ward tried to do something different, but it is an unnecessary change.”
Sound is Too Loud and Steps are Too Quiet
What is the problem? These difficulties are expressed by the Twitch streamer Shroud. For him, the game is perfect, but the sound and screen shaking is causing him trouble. Especially things like killstreaks are extremely loud when used.
Thus, the former CS:GO pro says: “Screen shaking and noises, there are so many sounds, everything is so loud that steps are almost impossible to hear. Nevertheless, the game feels good.”
What does the developer say? These concerns from Shroud have also been addressed. In a Recap of the Beta, it was stated that work is also being done on sound and screen shaking. How extensive changes can be expected remains to be seen.
Negative Opinions on Matchmaking
40 maps could come to Modern Warfare. At least that’s what a leak suggests:
What is the problem? Several players have shared their experiences with matchmaking. The YouTuber S0ur shows in a video that the beta actually implements a strong skill-based matchmaking system.
This does not sit well with every tester. Especially good players say they are annoyed by this. They are always in a lobby with other strong players and have to exert themselves extremely. While it can be fun at times, one also wants to celebrate some successes more easily.
What are players saying? GamingHermit2k17 says on Reddit: “Skill-based matchmaking is so bad. It completely destroys multiplayer when you deal with extreme try-hards every day. It’s no fun at all.”
Diverse Graphics Bugs
What is the problem? Many graphical bugs will surely be fixed before the launch of Modern Warfare, but they were prevalent in the beta.
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For instance, buildings and streets suddenly have completely different colors and appear colorful. This also leads to difficulties in recognizing opponents.
40 maps could come to Modern Warfare. At least that’s what a leak suggests:
