Call of Duty: Warzone Shotgun Disabled

Call of Duty: Warzone Temporarily Removes 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's temporary deactivation "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.

The Reclaimer 18's sudden removal has sparked player speculation. Some suspect problems with a "glitched" blueprint variant, potentially creating an unfair "pay-to-win" advantage due to its exclusive availability in a paid Tracer Pack. Videos and images circulating online suggest this variant's unusually high lethality.

Community Reaction to the Reclaimer 18's Removal

Player reactions are mixed. Many applaud the developers' swift action to address potential imbalances, particularly concerning the overpowered "akimbo" dual-wield configuration enabled by the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts. Some even suggest reconsidering the JAK Devastators entirely.

However, others criticize the late intervention, arguing that more thorough testing should have occurred before the problematic Tracer Pack's release. The concern is that the unintentional "pay-to-win" element undermines fair gameplay. The lack of transparency surrounding the removal also fuels frustration. The community eagerly awaits clarification and the shotgun's return.