Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered Campaign

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In "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered Campaign," players revisit the thrilling single-player story from the 2009 hit game, now fully remastered with enhanced visuals and animations. Task Force 141, including Soap, Price, and 'Ghost,' takes on a worldwide mission to prevent a new threat from causing global chaos in this intense, action-packed shooter experience. Relive iconic missions such as Cliffhanger, The Gulag, and Whiskey Hotel in high definition.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The campaign is fast, explosive, and fun, with memorable characters and set-pieces.
Impressive graphical enhancements and smooth 60fps frame rate make the game visually appealing.
The remaster honors the original's classic gameplay while providing a nostalgic experience.

The campaign is relatively short and lacks multiplayer and Special Ops modes.
Some gameplay mechanics feel outdated, and there are issues with AI and level design.
The absence of significant gameplay tweaks and the high price point may deter some players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay has been described as a mix of outdated mechanics and classic elements, with some users noting repetitive shootouts and AI issues. While the remaster offers excellent technical updates and new gameplay modifiers, it still feels rooted in the past, making it a mixed experience for players. Overall, the campaign is praised for its engaging gunplay and beautifully remastered cutscenes, though some find it a bit pricey for its length.
- “And these are the moments that compensate for all the outdated gameplay mechanics and make it worthwhile to enlist again.”
- “Excellent, classic gameplay, beautifully remastered cutscenes, great gunplay, budget price.”
- “Excellent technical updates, new gameplay modifiers, great campaign.”
- “Still, with the somewhat repetitive shootouts and dated gameplay mechanics, it’s clear that this is a Call of Duty game from the past.”
- “But, you also have to curb your enthusiasm and accept the fact that the remaster improves the graphics in 2020, but not the gameplay.”
- “[outdated game mechanics, AI issues, decrepit level design]”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The story of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered is praised for its memorable missions and movie-like atmosphere, making it a worthwhile experience for both newcomers and returning players. However, some critics find the narrative incoherent and poorly told, noting that it lacks significant improvements compared to later entries in the series, which diminishes its overall impact.
- “No matter if you are experiencing it for the first time or reliving the stealth sections of the Russian base covered in a thick snowstorm, the rescue of Price or the desperate effort to reach Washington, these missions are still as memorable as ever.”
- “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered is worth playing again, or for the first time, thanks to its story.”
- “[Movie-like atmosphere, great story with memorable moments, excellent visual presentation.]”
- “The story is incoherent and poorly told, lacking any significant improvements from later games. The rapid iteration has dulled the appeal of old entries and revealed how dated they are now.”
- “The narrative fails to engage, leaving players feeling disconnected from the characters and their motivations.”
- “While the game attempts to deliver an impactful story, it ultimately falls flat, failing to provide the depth and emotional resonance that players expect.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics in the remastered version of Modern Warfare 2's campaign are praised for their impressive updates, creating impactful visuals that enhance the overall experience. While the graphical improvements are notable, some reviewers feel that the gameplay remains largely unchanged from the original. Overall, the remaster successfully captures the essence of the original while providing a visually enhanced experience.
- “Faithful recreation of Modern Warfare 2's campaign; the campaign mostly holds up even now, and the graphical improvements are impressive.”
- “Updated graphics create impactful visuals, and the sound effects sound realistic.”
- “The updated graphics enhance the overall experience, making the game visually stunning.”
- “But, you also have to curb your enthusiasm and accept the fact that the remaster yanks the graphics into 2020, but not the gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its movie-like quality, complemented by a compelling story filled with memorable moments and excellent visual presentation. This combination creates an immersive experience that captivates players.
- “The game creates a movie-like atmosphere that immerses you in its world.”
- “It features a great story with memorable moments that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The excellent visual presentation adds depth to the game's atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that the game suffers from limited replayability due to persistent texture bugs and unbalanced AI, which detracts from the overall experience and encourages less engagement after initial playthroughs.
- “The game still has texture bugs and limited replayability.”
- “The AI is unbalanced, which significantly affects the replayability of the game.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there isn't much incentive to replay the game.”