Modern Warfare 3 is nearly here and with so much of the game’s pre-release hype being focused on Multiplayer upgrades, the hype is hitting fever-pitch levels. It’s no secret we’re in for a blast from the past with the return of Modern Warfare 2’s beloved maps.
While many of them – such as Terminal, Scrapyard, and Highrise – have been featured in more recent titles (or as Warzone POIs), more than a few have faded into the scenery of Call of Duty’s illustrious tapestry.
Longtime fans may remember them all off the top of their head, but if you’re in need of a refresher, here’s every map you’ll be touching down on in November.
ContentsModern Warfare 2’s map pool was thoughtfully blended for one of the most dynamic experiences in all of multiplayer gaming. There’s a little something for everyone here.
All of the maps have received light touch-ups to make them more comfortable for the current industry standards in map design. You’ll find that the dimensions don’t lineup exactly the same, but the identity of all these maps seems to have been preserved with careful attention.
Perhaps Modern Warfare 2’s most popular map, Highrise, brought the action to a confusing workplace setting. It was a beautiful mix of verticality, symmetrical design, and secret jump spots perfect for nuke hunting and trick-shotting.
If Highrise is the most oft-remembered map in MW2, Terminal’s probably a close second. Zakhaev International Airport was a perfect fit for chaotic combat, especially since its initial introduction was in the highly controversial
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