Modern Warfare 2 - discussion and recruitment

[Elta]

Here me out her mods, before you consider moving this.


I have a lot of fun here on OT, and would like some of the PS3 playing members here to play with me, I really could care less about the random people in "other games".



Now that, that is through let's get down to business, are any of you playing what may well already be the best selling game of all time? (certainly since Starcraft).


If so, on what? PS3, X360, PC?


I am on PS3, send me a friend request @ Elta_Von_Vegas (Elta_Von_Vegas, not EltaVonVegas, erm that's my brother). I have head set so we can talk as we play, but it takes a second, I have it jury rigged so if you here me talking and I can't here you right away say something when I ask you too. It usually takes me about a half minute to set it up in the lobby.



What is your favorite class set up like? Right now mine is like this:

FAMAS - Primary, no real use for the few attachments I've unlocked so far. It's a one burst kill with stopping power pro and great at all ranges/ I can honestly hit anything with this that I can hit with a sniper rifle. Then again I only play on small free for all maps for the most part (that is to say all free for all maps are relatively small./ don't offer much down range view unobstructed)
Shotgun - I don't recall the name, the big noob one, one hit kill every single time with stopping power pro.

Special Equipment -
Tactical insertion flare - insanely useful on some levels
Smoke bomb, I mostly use this in a defensive manner, it has kept me from getting killed countless times. Better than the flashbang and "slow" grenade imo.

Skills or whatever they are called.
Marathon Pro - I just can't stand not running everywhere I swear my kills double just by using MP alone.
Stopping Power Pro - 40% more damage from every shot fired, it gives me a one hit kill burst for the most accurate weapon in the game (FAMAS). An obvious choice given that my favorite weapon goes from a 96% damage almost instant kill to an instant kill.
Steady Aim I could go with pretty much anything here, but it helps when shooting from the hip.


Last question - Do you play better with people talking to you? I feel like I play much better when I am in conversation, I think it has something to do with a Mushin-mind no mind type situation, I stop over thinking everything and just act. Kind of like when you are in a "real fight" as oppose to sparring.

 

[JohnRM]

John's Random thoughts on MW2

1. Glitchy as hell. IW seems unwilling to act on the problems.

2. Too much crap in the game for cheap kills. (Commando, Heart-beat Sensor, etc)

3. MW2 Game community full of cheaters, glitchers, and lamers.

4. Guns and equipment are way out of balance. The UMP has more damage with pistol ammo than the M4A1 Carbine with 5.56mm ammo?

5. The spawning system is HORRIBLE.

6. Infinity Ward should NEVER be allowed to get anywhere near game development ever, again.

7. I stopped playing MW2 weeks ago and went back to COD4 & W@W, because they're actually playable.

8. MW2 needs to be recalled.

 

[JohnRM]

What is your favorite class set up like?

Well, I would like to always use;

Primary: M16A4 w/Grenade Launcher
Second: AA-12 w/Grip
Equipment: Claymore (Defense) or Semtex (Assault)
Special: Flash grenade
Perk 1: Scavenger
Perk 2: Cold-blooded
Perk 3: Sit-rep

BUT....I end up having to use the following set-up, because I have to end up patrolling/baby-sitting for nuke-boosters, [crap]-stabbers, and other lamers/cheaters/glitchers. I got fed up with it, so I stopped playing.



Primary: M4A1 w/Suppressor
Second: M9 w/Suppressor
Equipment: Semtex
Special: Flash grenade
Perk 1: Marathon
Perk 2: Cold-blooded
Perk 3: Commando

 

[Quackers]

JohnRM. No! Your a noobtuber!

EDIT: I'm on PC. I've started playing again after reaching rank 40 - I kind of burnt out after playing it hardcore. Now I'm back in I play regulary - my Stream name is Chris. Add meh!!!111!1

 

[SG-17]

John's Random thoughts on MW2

1. Glitchy as hell. IW seems unwilling to act on the problems.

2. Too much crap in the game for cheap kills. (Commando, Heart-beat Sensor, etc)

3. MW2 Game community full of cheaters, glitchers, and lamers.

4. Guns and equipment are way out of balance. The UMP has more damage with pistol ammo than the M4A1 Carbine with 5.56mm ammo?

5. The spawning system is HORRIBLE.

6. Infinity Ward should NEVER be allowed to get anywhere near game development ever, again.

7. I stopped playing MW2 weeks ago and went back to COD4 & W@W, because they're actually playable.

8. MW2 needs to be recalled.

Agreed, but when I do play (just as a time sink until Bad Company 2) I use the following:

ACR w/ Grenade Launcher
Semtex
Stun x2
One Man Army Pro
Danger Close Pro
Last Stand Pro

or

FAL w/ Grenade Launcher
Akimbo Rangers
Throwing Knife
Stun x2
Marathon Pro
Lightweight Pro
Commando Pro

or

SCAR-H ACOG
Stinger
Semtex
Stun x2
Marathon Pro
Stopping Power Pro
Steady Aim Pro

I use the "nooby" classes, because well they are effective.

 

[fugazi]

The Running Man, my current main setup.
MP5K w/ Holographic Sight
SPAS-12 w/ Grip.
Stun Grenades
Frag Grenade
Marathon Pro
Lightweight Pro
Commando Pro

I never use the MP5 and stick to the pomp action shotgun. Why? Its damn cool and I nearly got the 500 kills for the prestige title.

Sniper
Intervention w/ Thermal Sights or FMJ. Depends on my mood.
USP w/ FMJ. I prefer the M9 but have not unlocked it yet on prestige mode.
Stun Grenades
Frag Grenade. Will be replaced with claymore once unlocked again.
Scavenger
Stopping Power
Steady Aim

Once I unlock SitRep, Ill replace Steady Aim with that. I love being able to see claymores, as it gives me an idea as to where other snipers and campers are. I also make a second sniper setup with Cold-Blooded and Ninja, for when theres lots of thermal sights and heartbeat sensors out there. Its a good combo for maps like Wastelands. I also keep a Cold-Blooded and Ninja setup with a Stinger + MG out there for anti-air support.

I used to love the FAMAS with a grenade-launcher, but Im not trying out other stuff too. The TAR-21 is also great, as it absolutely rips through enemies .. and I guess I shouldnt start about my love of Danger-Close, Scavenger and the Bazooka's

 

[fugazi]

SG-17, nothing wrong with grenade launchers. People should simply learn to accept that they're an integral part of combat .. and use SMGs with marathon and lightweight more often to close in so they're not all that useful. Or grab a sniper rifle and own em from afar. Smoke grenades are also a great counter against them. People just dont want to adapt, but rather whine and moan. Its amazing you dont go for scavenger though .. one of my favo combo's is to use scavenger with any kind of explosives and go boom boom nonstop!

 

[D'Artagnan59]

Class setups:

Sniping:

M21 EBR Silenced. This thing is a beast. Barely any recoil at all, doesn't give away anything.
SPAS-12 Grip: Lots of range, accurate, OSOK.
Claymore: I don't camp in one spot, so I use this to get people behind me.
Stun Grenades
Sleight of Hand Pro: I prefer the normal scope and never use Heartbeat or FMJ.
Stopping Power Pro: Increased bullets=more kills.
Steady Aim Pro: No-scoping, longer breath.
Martyrdom: Cheap, rare kill.

Assault:
FAL Holo+Silenced: Wonderful AR, picks a lot of people off at any range.
SPAS-12 Grip+Silencer: Same reasons as above.
Semtex: More powerful than a Frag.
Stun Grenades:
Bling Pro: Silencer and Holo are the best to put on FAL.
Stopping Power Pro: This+FAL+Holo(+any attachment)=2 kills at any range
Ninja Pro: Sneaking around.
Final Stand: To pick off people while I'm down.

Close Quarters:
MP5K RDS: My favorite SMG. Fires quickly.
.44 Magnum FMJ: Taking down people behind barricades/when I'm out of MP5K ammo.
Semtex: See Assault.
Stun:
Scavenger Pro: More ammo.
SP Pro: See Assault.
Ninja Pro: See Assault.
Painkiller: More health, more time to kill.

 

[Joecoolyo]

So far, this is my set-up.

TAR-(something, don't remember) w/Holographic Sight: I enjoy this as an all around good weapon.
Stinger Missile: I love blowing up Harriers and Heli's in one hit
SEMTEX: It sticks
Flash Bangs: I like that it blinds people, rather than just slow them down
Sleight of Hand Pro: I am always re-loading, mostly because of my small clip, so this is necessary.
Cold-Blooded: Invisibility is fun
Scrambler Pro: I haven't earned anything good so far in this tier, so this is kinda of a placeholder right now (though I enjoy the delayed claymore part)
Martyrdom: Easy kills are fun

 

[MobBoss]

After playing CoD:WaW, and MW a lot I didnt buy MW2. I remember reading a lot of negative comments in regards to changes on how multiplayer games were going to be hosted, and decided I was going to give it a wait-and-see approach. Then I went back to Team Fortress 2 and started having a lot of fun playing that game again due to the improvements they have been making.

Since then I havent read or pursued much about this game. This thread reminded me that I wanted another look some time after release, so what can you folks tell me about this game? Its apparent John doesnt give it a very good recommendation, how about the rest of you?

 

[Elta]

Well, there are so many people playing this right now that finding a full game is a brezee.

That is a major selling point for me, as simple as that sounds.



Best money I ever spent on a first person shooter. (Not counting the orange box)

 

[kill fire]

Two favorite setups:

Riot shield
Desert Eagle FMJ
Throwing knife
Flashbang
Scavenger
Lightweight
Commando
Final Stand

And

Intervention FMJ
Akimbo Magnums
Tactical Insertion
Flashbang
Sleight of Hand
Stopping Power
Steady Aim
Final Stand

 

[Theige]

Riot shields are annoying as hell.

I'll use any set-up really, as long as I've got a silencer. I hate showing up on radar every time I shoot.

Most reecently I've been using the Famas with a silencer and a heartbeat sensor.

MobBoss, its a great game, unlike John I don't notice any glitches. Its much like MW, but has many added weapons and perks, some are futuristic, some seem to be overpowered and should be changed. I also really like all the new maps.

 

[Rub'Rum]

Other games is a fun forum. I'm glad you could care less about us people who use it though, who knows, maybe there are some people who could not care less.

 

[Shekwan]

My favourite setup:

RPD Extended Mags
RPG x2
Semtex
Smoke Grenade

Perks:
Scavenger Pro
Danger Close Pro
Sitrep (haven't got pro yet)

Favourite killstreak:
Predator Missile
Harrier Strike
Chopper Gunner

My gamertag on Xbox live is Zombie Parnell if anyone wants to add me.

 

[Zelig]

http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/pc/modernwarfare2?q=modern warfare 2

Average user score: 3.0/10.

I'll pass.

 

[D'Artagnan59]

http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/pc/modernwarfare2?q=modern warfare 2

Average user score: 3.0/10.

I'll pass.

Because of IW's screwing over of the PC port and basically making it a straight console port (No dedicated servers, modding, etc).

 

[SG-17]

Though it doesn't deserve much of a higher score.

 

[tycoonist]

well i like it, i'm on ps3, id is Chrevans

favourite classes:
for sniping:
two options, either i go intervention + stopping power + bling - heartbeat and fmj
.............or, i go M21 silenced coldblooded, and go for headshots. depending on the connection i've got pretty good aim.

for AR:
either the M16, the Scar or the ACR. normally i go silenced or red dot, and then stick claymores + scavenger on as well.

however, recently i have been using this
Primary: AUG H-BAR - grip and rds
Secondary: Stinger
Equipment: C4 (more useful than most people think)
Special grenades: 2x stun
Perk 1: Bling pro
Perk 2: Stopping Power pro
Perk 3: Steady Aim Pro

that gun ruins lives, i'm think its a two shot kill to the torso, which is just brutal.

 

[Earthling]

While Starcraft is awesome, it isn't the best selling game of all time, and MW2 isn't close either - though I agree the games that hold these titles are really not better or necessarily even close in quality.