Call of Duty: Warzone temporarily removes the Reclaimer 18 shotgun. The popular weapon, introduced in Modern Warfare 3, has been disabled "until further notice," with no specific reason given by developers.
Warzone boasts a massive arsenal, constantly expanding with weapons from new Call of Duty titles. This vast selection presents balancing challenges, as weapons designed for different games may prove overpowered or underpowered in Warzone's unique environment.
The Reclaimer 18's sudden removal has sparked player speculation, with some pointing to a potentially "glitched" blueprint version as the culprit. Videos and images circulating online suggest this version exhibits unusually high lethality.
Player reaction is mixed. Many applaud the developers for swiftly addressing potential balance issues, even suggesting a review of the JAK Devastators attachment, which allows dual-wielding of the Reclaimer 18. However, others criticize the late intervention, noting that the problematic blueprint is part of a paid Tracer Pack, raising concerns about unintentional "pay-to-win" mechanics and inadequate pre-release testing. The temporary disabling leaves players wondering when—or if—the Reclaimer 18 will return to the game.
