COD in 3rd person for first time since 2009 🥉
I've now been able to play at least half a dozen hours of the Call of Duty Modern Warfare II Multiplayer Beta. I posted my first impressions at the start of weekend 1 of the beta. Now that weekend 1 has come to a close, I figured I'd make another video with more insight into what I think of the game. Plus I really wanted to show off the new 3rd person mode.
Pretty much every gamer knows what Call of Duty is. COD is one of the most popular first-person shooter franchises of all time. COD was first released in 2003 and had been coming out yearly since 2005.
Out of over 20 COD games released, only one has ever featured an option to play in third person. That was Modern Warfare 2, which was released in 2009. It seems fitting that they bring back the option to play in third person with the Modern Warfare II reboot in 2022.
Not many were expecting this to be a feature in this year's COD, but many are more than happy to welcome yet another way to enjoy the game.
If you are wondering what the difference between first and third person is, let me explain.
In first person your view is from your character's face, meaning you only see your weapon and some of your arms.
In third person, your view is from behind your character's shoulder.
There are many benefits to both points of view. It usually just comes down to personal preference. The thing is, COD doesn't usually give the option to choose between the two. So that means that anybody who prefers third person has been forced to deal with first person or go play another game.
Some of the main benefits of third person are that you can see your character's skin, peek around corners, hip fire is a lot easier to aim, and it's honestly just really cool to see COD from this POV.
One thing that is a bit unique about MWII's third person is that when you do decide to aim in, it transforms back into first person so that you can aim down sights like we are used to doing. This works as a bit of a hybrid system between first and thrid person.
You may be concerned that you'll have to deal with third person players even if you decide to play in first person. That however will not be an issue since third person is separated into its own playlist.
Time for some gameplay 🔫
In case you haven't had a chance to play the MWII beta, I will be showing you plenty of third person gameplay in today's video. I have recorded two matches for this one and both of them will give you a closer look at what playing COD in third person is like.
How are you feeling about this new feature? Do you think that it doesn't belong in COD? Or are you like me and believe that all future CODs should have the third person option?
Leave your comments below and let me know.
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Finally!!! Someone on Hive/PeakD posting some MW 2 (2022) loveee it, even though I'm not a fan of the third person modes haha.
I myself am done with the pre-load download yesterday, quite hyped over here, so are the mates. The game looks promising so far, but a bit of tweaking and adjusting is still needed I'd say, I just hope that they actually listen for once.
The TTK for example, it's wayy too fast, feels more like Hardcore mode; makes me wonder, if the TTK is this fast and low in the normal mode, then how fast will it be on Hardcore?
The visual recoil too, it's just unnecessary. COD is and mostly was an "arcadey" and fun FPS experience, they shouldn't be implementing any sort of realism here, maybe stay close to it, but there's no need to make it a 100% realistic.
These are the only two issues I see with MW 2, but Warzone 2 is a whole different thing, lot of work needs to be done with that one. It doesn't even feel or look like Warzone, the mechanics remind me of PUBG actually, not Warzone, nor COD. I'm just hoping that they make proper changes rather sooner than later, at least stay true to COD and Warzone. And it's always the free modes and games that make a game popular these days, just how Warzone is partly reliable for Modern Warfare 2019's success. So, Warzone really should be the main focus for now.
I try to keep up with the latest in gaming, especially when it’s something that I REALLY enjoy like COD.
I’m guessing you don’t play on PlayStation, otherwise you’d have already gotten to play this past weekend. At least during this second weekend, some of the bugs will be resolved. Overall, I’ve had a great experience with the game so far.
Seems to me like IW is listening to some things, but completing ignoring others and making it very clear they won’t be changing certain aspects of the game.
You mentioned a few things that need adjusted. Another thing I’ve seen many people upset about is that gunshots no longer turn you into a red dot on the mini map. It makes a silencer seem kind of pointless.
I’ve seen a lot of people who played Warzone 2.0 say that in a lot of ways it feels like they’ve reverted so many of the awesome changes they made to the current Warzone. Hopefully it ends up being awesome. I really want it to be good so I can actually have something to switch to when I get tired of regular multiplayer.
Yep, PC here, haven't even pre-ordered yet, will test it myself first and then hit purchase.
That's how IW has always been I guess, they listen for a while and then they suddenly don't; well, a bit of something is better than nothing at all.
That's a first, I'm just getting to know this. It is a good and bad implementation I'd say, but let's see how it works out. Suppressors in COD nowadays add a few extra features other than just concealing our positions, some added recoil control for example, so I guess those perks will still be there.
The things that made Warzone unique when compared to the other Battle Royale's isn't even present in Warzone 2.0. Let's take the loadout drops as an example, an amazing implementation in the realm of Battle Royale's I'd say; no other Battle Royale has done it this way, but sadly these loadouts were nowhere to be found in Warzone 2.0. Hopefully they'll add them in somewhere along the line, as the game upgrades and grows.
It's good they are giving people who didn't preorder a chance to play for 3 days.
I still have been using a suppressor just because I prefer the sound and look of it. Does seem to change the recoil too. I am indifferent about the mini-map ordeal.
They have got to add loadout drops, otherwise many won't care to level up their weapons at all. Luckily, they let some of the best COD content creators play Warzone 2.0 early, so it should give them enough time to make the changes needed to turn it into what everyone is hoping it will be.
That's what I'm rooting for, a lot of content creators have already shared their thoughts, hopefully the changes will be added soon enough. We still have a month left for MW 2 and 2 months for WZ 2, let's just see how it goes.
Amazing play bro, you're so good on COD! PS5 don't allow you to use a webcam? It could be amazing to see your reactions when you play!!...
Off-topic: Did you seen that you're already an "Orca" on Hivebuzz? I think you used to be a Dolphin when we met. Anyway CONGRATULATIONS!!
Thanks my dude. I hope that this beta will get me nice and warmed up for the full release. It's going to be nice to get even more practice playing the campaign since I'll get access to it a week early, before the multiplayer comes out.
PS5 is a bit weird actually. I have the PS5 webcam attachment and it works pretty well. It's 1080p and the process is seamless. However, one thing I absolutely hate about the PS5 is that it is a bit restrictive with how you can use the camera.
For instance...
I've tried downloading my Twitch files after a stream to then go edit them, but the footage wasn't the high quality that I am used to. I have yet to try to do the same with live streaming on YouTube. I may give that a shot though since the live streams save to the channel after you finish them and it is easy to download files from YouTube. It just adds another step to my editing process, which is less than ideal.
The thing is, I'm not really a big fan of live streaming in the first place. Maybe it is because I don't have a large enough audience for it to actually feel like it isn't a waste of time. The most I've ever had watching me at once is 2 people 🤣
As for reaching Orcas status, I was actually able to achieve that back at the end of Jan 2021. So I've been there for a while and hope to remain in that status for good. This post is when I first made it to Orca.
Oh, that's so weird, well I think they can change it in a firmware update.
hahahaha maybe you need to try Vimm, but I know, PS5 is so restricted in platforms and features to share your videos.
This is the number 1 change that I want from the PS5 firmware. Sadly, there has been no mention of it yet. I am part of their firmware beta program though, so I will be one of the first to test it if they do decide to add that feature at some point.
Sadly my PS5 only works with YouTube and Twitch. Vimm seems cool, but I don't have the setup for it.
Maybe if you use a SmartTV you can record the screen. Maybe it could be a solution until PS5 releases the feature.
https://www.hackerstec.com/how-to-record-screen-on-smart-tv/
That is an idea. I’ll look into it.
This is one reason I might be interested in COD right now. I usually prefer 3rd person games like uncharted and with COD becoming 3rd person game, I just might fall in love with the game.
You are such a gamer.. I love your passion for games
I'm telling you now, this 3rd person works very well in COD. They wouldn't release it like this unless it wasa actually fun. If you can, I highly recommend that you play the free beta this weekend. Here is the schedule, you do not have to preorder to play SUN/MON/TUES.
I've never seen Call of Duty in third person. It's an interesting point of view, really gives a wider view of the map around you which is nice. It's a little strange getting used to seeing the character running around because I've only ever seen the first person perspective in these games -- unless during death scenes where they will show your character's fully body. Great to see COD doing something new or bringing back something old, think I saw a comment of this being something they did in a much older game back in the day.
Isn't it odd to witness? I think it's great that they are giving the option once again, only for the second time in the history of the franchise. It's also nice that you can adjust the FOV in both first person and third.
It really makes you wonder what other changes can be made, not even just to Call of Duty but other games as well when it comes to what people normally expect from a genre. Seeing your character in third-person and and looking out from their eyes in first-person are two different experiences that when combined make a lot of sense in an FPS. I don't know a lot about FOV but think I read somewhere that adjusting FOV is good for people who sometimes get dizzy while playing which is an awesome thing to take into consideration.
Very true.
Increasing the FOV allows you to see more on screen at once. This is crucial for winning gunfights.
That sounds super useful. Adjusting that can help narrow your focus on the screen, while widening it probably helps you react to things better going on in your periphery. I haven't played Call of Duty in a while but MWII looks pretty great and I'm curious to try the third person myself.
3rd person looks like it's a lot of fun! It's got it's complicating factors for sure but peaking around corners is great. A friend of mine used to be a pro at hip firing in CoD1, would be cool to try that out for MW2.
I still prefer first, but it's cool to be able to switch to third sometimes. It feels like a mode where having one of those pro controllers with extra buttons would be useful. I don't like how switching shoulders is the same button as sprint.
The third person mode is crazy ❤️ Your gameplay is such a vibe. Thanks for the great MW2 content and plz keep it up cuz I’m hype for the game 🤙
It really is a crazy experience when compared to regular game modes. I will be playing it from time to time, but don't think it is the best mode or anything like that. I can't wait for MWII to release!
Its kind of weird watching the game in 3rd person haha, looks totally different. But is a great idea for those ones who like playing in 3rd person.
I still prefer first person
It is very weird indeed. I'm used to only having a 3rd person option when you're dead and watching another player until you respawn. I agree that with COD I do prefer first person. There are a lot of 3rd person games that I love though, such as Rogue Company.
Oh man, this is a really big innovation. I've never played a Call of Duty game in 3rd person. And you seem to have gotten quite used to the game. I don't think anyone can make those shots.
Majority of COD players haven't, although grizzled veterans of the game will remember the other time they did this. I'm glad they've brought it back. I'd hope I have at least some skill after playing COD for almost 20 years 😱🤯
You really seem to be good in this game. Have you tried out Fortnite
I've been playing for a really long time. Yes I've played Fortnite for at least 70 hours probably. I love Zero Build and have had some pretty great games there too. Such as this one:
OOH, goin with the cobra commander hood with a helmet on top! :P
lots of crouch walking and sprinting..
those quads must be burning!
You already know, I gotta have a badass operator to kill people with. Staying crouched is the only way to silence your loud ass footsteps, except for Dead Silence which isn't a perk this year.
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I love the 3rd Person view here. its easier to have a full view of your surroundings. i love your moves too. 🤡
A lot of people are really going to enjoy being able to play this way. It offers something new for once.
COD is very much interesting and entertaining to play.
COD might be the biggest gaming franchise in existence.
I think that the developers of these games should listen to those who test the beta versions to add new features that will help you enjoy the game much more
That is supposed to be what betas are for. Seems like the devs are listening to a lot of the feedback, but not all of it. That may change for the better the longer the game is played.
I would like it better in the first person but if you can play in both functions, even better, as you say in your publication, it will not interfere with anything
It's great that gamers finally have the option to choose which POV they want to play.
it is true to have several views the player will be the one who chooses it for your convenience
I just love everything about it very nice.
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OOH. got the cobra commander hood, and a helmet on top..
lots of crouch walking and sprints..
those quads must be burning!