Shotgun Disabled in Warzone as Devs Investigate

Call of Duty: Warzone temporarily suspends the Reclaimer 18 shotgun. The popular Modern Warfare 3 weapon has been disabled, leaving players wondering why.

The sudden removal, announced via official Call of Duty channels, has sparked debate within the community. 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, a semi-automatic shotgun inspired by the SPAS-12, is the latest victim of these challenges. The official announcement offered no explanation for the temporary disabling, only stating it would remain unavailable "until further notice."

The Reclaimer 18's Unexpected Absence

The lack of detail fueled speculation, with some players pointing to a potentially "glitched" blueprint variant, exhibiting unusual effectiveness. Videos and images showcasing this heightened lethality circulated online.

Player reactions were mixed. Many welcomed the temporary removal, suggesting it addressed an overpowered weapon. Some even called for a review of the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts, which allow dual-wielding of the Reclaimer 18, creating a powerful, albeit potentially problematic, combination. While some players found the akimbo shotgun builds nostalgic, others felt they created an unfair advantage.

Conversely, other players expressed disappointment, arguing the action was overdue. Since the problematic blueprint, "Inside Voices," is part of a paid Tracer Pack, they voiced concerns about unintentional "pay-to-win" mechanics and the lack of sufficient testing before the pack's release.