Revealed: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Nearly Featured Pick 10 Loadout System
Reports suggest that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 initially featured a Pick 10 loadout system, but it was ultimately removed during development
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Before its release, the widely awaited Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 was initially intended to incorporate the well-liked Pick 10 loadout system. However, developer Infinity Ward made the decision to remove it.
The Pick 10 system, which was initially introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops II, enables players to personalize their loadout by assigning 10 points to weapons, equipment, and perks. Fans expressed a negative response to the announcement of the system's removal, expressing their disapproval of Infinity Ward's involvement. Speculation arose that the modification was motivated by a desire for increased opportunities for monetization.
According to sources familiar with the development of the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, the game was originally going to include a Pick 10 system for player loadouts. However, developer Infinity Ward decided to remove this system before the game was released. This departure from the previous trend of including Pick 10 loadouts in the Call of Duty franchise is notable.
The Pick 10 loadout system was first introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops II in 2012. Since then, it has been featured in four more installments of the game. As the name suggests, the Pick 10 system allows players to customize their loadouts by allocating a pool of 10 points to weapons, equipment, and perks. This level of customization has contributed to the ongoing popularity of games like Black Ops II. In fact, there are even plans to include Black Ops II content in Modern Warfare 3.
New information suggests that the widely favored Pick 10 system was initially planned to be included in this year's Modern Warfare 3. However, at some point during development, Infinity Ward, the studio responsible for Modern Warfare 2, intervened and decided to abandon this feature. Although Sledgehammer Games took the lead in developing Modern Warfare 3, Infinity Ward's involvement in the project was significant enough to have the power to remove the Pick 10 system. These reports, coupled with the revelation that the development of Modern Warfare 3 was rushed, indicate a chaotic behind-the-scenes atmosphere surrounding the game.
The removal of the Pick 10 system in Modern Warfare 3 was met with an overwhelmingly negative response from fans, as seen in the announcement on X (previously Twitter). Many fans expressed strong discontent towards Infinity Ward, claiming that the company should stay away from any involvement with Call of Duty in the future. Some users openly criticized Infinity Ward, describing them as "absolutely horrible." Additionally, there were speculations among the comments that the removal of the Pick 10 system was driven by greed, with fans anticipating that the new customization features in Modern Warfare 3 were created to facilitate more monetization through bundles and microtransactions.
The revelation that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) almost included the beloved Pick 10 system seems to have disappointed many fans who were eagerly anticipating its inclusion. Combined with widespread criticisms of the game's lackluster campaign, this new controversy contributes to a general cloud of fan dissatisfaction hovering over the game's imminent release. However, it remains to be seen if this negativity will impact initial sales.
Scheduled to be released on November 10, 2023, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) by Activision follows the narrative of Captain Price from the previous games in 2019 and 2022.
Game Franchise: Call of Duty
Title: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
Available Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PS4, Xbox One
Release Date: November 10, 2023
Developed by: Sledgehammer Games
Published by: Activision
Genre: First-Person Shooter
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am disappointed to hear that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will not feature the Pick 10 loadout system. This system was a popular feature in previous Call of Duty games, and it allowed players to customize their loadouts in a variety of ways. The removal of this system is a step backward for the franchise, and it will likely disappoint many fans.
I am also concerned about the reports that Infinity Ward was involved in the decision to remove the Pick 10 system. Infinity Ward has a history of making controversial decisions, and I am worried that their involvement in Modern Warfare 3 will lead to more unpopular changes. I hope that Activision will listen to fan feedback and reconsider their decision to remove the Pick 10 system.
