Call of Duty: Warzone's Shotgun Silenced Temporarily

Call of Duty: Warzone temporarily removes the Reclaimer 18 shotgun. The popular Modern Warfare 3 weapon has been disabled, leaving players speculating about the reasons behind the sudden removal.

The vast Warzone arsenal, constantly expanding with additions from titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, presents ongoing balance challenges. Integrating weapons originally designed for other games can lead to overpowered or underperforming results in Warzone's unique environment. This latest issue centers on the Reclaimer 18 shotgun.

Official announcements confirm the Reclaimer 18's temporary disablement "until further notice," lacking specific details regarding the cause or return date. The semi-automatic shotgun, inspired by the SPAS-12, has proven a popular choice among players.

The community's response to the disabling is mixed. Some speculate a "glitched" blueprint, potentially creating an unfair advantage. Others welcome the temporary removal of what they perceive as an overpowered weapon, particularly citing concerns about the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts that enable dual-wielding. The nostalgia for "akimbo shotgun" builds clashes with frustration from players encountering these builds in-game.

However, criticism also surfaced, with players arguing the disablement was overdue. The fact that the problematic blueprint is exclusive to a paid Tracer Pack raises concerns about unintentional "pay-to-win" mechanics and insufficient pre-release testing. The debate highlights the ongoing tension between adding new content and maintaining game balance in a constantly evolving title like Warzone.