Call of Duty: Warzone temporarily suspends the Reclaimer 18 shotgun. The popular Modern Warfare 3 weapon has been disabled without explanation, leaving players to speculate on the cause.
The vast Warzone arsenal, constantly expanding with additions from titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, presents ongoing balancing challenges. Integrating weapons designed for different games—like the Reclaimer 18, a semi-automatic shotgun inspired by the SPAS-12—can lead to unforeseen issues.
The official Call of Duty announcement offered no specifics regarding the Reclaimer 18's removal, only stating it's unavailable "until further notice." This sparked immediate debate within the community. Some theorize a problematic "glitched" blueprint, possibly the Inside Voices version, is to blame, citing its unusually high lethality.
Player reaction is mixed. Many applaud the temporary removal of a potentially overpowered weapon, even suggesting a review of the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts, which allow dual-wielding of the Reclaimer 18. The akimbo shotgun builds, while nostalgic for some, proved frustrating for others. However, some criticize the late intervention, arguing the Inside Voices blueprint's exclusivity within a paid Tracer Pack unintentionally created a "pay-to-win" scenario, highlighting a need for more rigorous testing before release.
