Impressions from a Playtest
Popular YouTuber JGOD shares his thoughts on the upcoming changes to Warzone in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. From a recent playtest, he highlights both the positive and negative aspects of the game.
Movement Concerns
Some concerns were raised regarding movement mechanics, such as the delay after slide-canceling and the delay between proning and jumping. These issues were also noticed by other players in multiplayer.
Menu Similarities
The menus in MW3 were criticized for their similarity to MW2, which had a problematic UI. It is hoped that the new game would have significant improvements in this area. However, given that MW3 was originally planned as DLC, expectations may be tempered.
Other Complaints
Other complaints included the return of weapon tuning, clunky vehicles, and expensive loadouts. These issues will need further evaluation to determine their impact on the overall gameplay experience.
Potential Improvements
Despite the concerns, it appears that Warzone will be in a better state overall. However, some aspects are still too early to judge, such as pacing, the perk system, and the effectiveness of one-shotting snipers.
Positive Aspects
New Map Design
The new map in MW3 received praise for its lack of open areas where players are vulnerable to getting shot. It offers a good mix of buildings and has a similar feel to both Verdansk and Al Mazrah.
Faster Movement
The return of slide-canceling has made movement faster and more fluid. Players can now slide and shoot while aiming down sights without feeling penalized. The new tac-stance mechanic also provides better accuracy in close-quarters combat when using a high zoom optic.
Addressing Gameplay Issues
A notable feature is that players will always have a pistol, but it can only be used in specific situations such as underwater or on a ladder. This addresses the problem of players using pistols to their advantage in water. However, it may feel restrictive to not have access to the pistol at all times.
Other Improvements
Other improvements include a better HUD, reduced visible recoil, and clearer hit markers. These enhancements contribute to an overall improved gameplay experience.
Overall, it seems that the movement meta in the new Warzone will undergo significant changes, which will likely please many players.
Source: DOTESPORTS
