Call of Duty: Warzone Temporarily Disables Popular Shotgun

Call of Duty: Warzone Temporarily Deactivates Reclaimer 18 Shotgun

The popular Reclaimer 18 shotgun in Call of Duty: Warzone has been unexpectedly disabled by developers, with no specific timeframe given for its return. This announcement, made via official Call of Duty: Warzone channels, has ignited considerable discussion among players.

Warzone boasts an expansive arsenal, encompassing hundreds of weapons drawn from various Call of Duty titles, including the recent Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. This vast selection presents balancing and technical challenges, particularly when integrating weapons originally designed for different games (like Modern Warfare 3) into Warzone's environment. Maintaining balance and stability across this diverse weapon pool is a significant ongoing task for the developers.

The Reclaimer 18, a semi-automatic shotgun inspired by the SPAS-12, is the latest weapon to encounter issues. The official announcement simply stated its temporary removal "until further notice," offering no explanation for the deactivation.

Reclaimer 18's Sudden Removal Sparks Debate

The lack of detail prompted immediate speculation regarding the reason for the Reclaimer 18's removal. One theory centers on a potentially "glitched" blueprint, potentially making it excessively lethal. Videos and images circulating online seem to support this claim.

Player reactions are varied. Many applaud the developers' proactive approach in temporarily disabling a potentially overpowered weapon, even suggesting a review of the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts which allow dual-wielding of the Reclaimer 18, creating a highly effective, albeit controversial, combat setup. While some players appreciate the nostalgic appeal of "akimbo shotgun" builds from previous games, others found them frustrating to contend with.

However, other players express disappointment, arguing the action is overdue. Since the problematic blueprint, "Inside Voices," is exclusive to a paid Tracer Pack, some feel this constitutes unintentional "pay-to-win" mechanics, highlighting the need for more rigorous testing before releasing such paid content.