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Originally Posted by Taken from the IW Forum
Game Related:
Q: "Is there any hope for a One Hit Kill for headshots with snipers being added?"
Q:"When is the expected release of the VIP content? (code that came with the game) and what is it?" [Xtremechaos1]
A: "I expect the VIP section to hopefully open with in a month, however no ETA has been set so don't hold me to that. The VIP section will allow users exclusive access to specific content (such as possibly receiving some tracks off the official soundtrack by Hans Zimmer for free), as well as give you a place where you can post and communicate with us in a private forum (reserved for other players who bought the game). Additional content is planned as well.
Q: "Is there any updates on the pavelow killstreak reward being fixed/or is it even broken?" [Xtremechaos1]
A: "The team is aware of this issue and they do plan to address it. However the fix will not be in the latest patch for consoles, but I hope for it to make it in a future one soon after."
Q: "will there be a reset of the obvious leaderboard hacks/10th prestige hacks?"[Xtremechaos1]
A: "Leaderboard maintenance is unique for each platform. On the PS3 we have much more control and have already done several wipes of the leaderboards. On the Xbox 360 it requires a bit more reliance on working with our partners at Microsoft which has been dealing with cheaters on a case by case basis. Eventually, we hope to have them all cleared off."
Q: "In addition to the three leaked gamemodes that are going to (apparently) be released, is there any way you can incorporate this list in there?
Normal Team Tactical
Hardcore CTF
Hardcore FFA
Normal Cage Match"
[redroverr]
A: "Thanks for the suggestions. I agree that all four of these would make good additions to the playlists. Right now, as someone noted, our focus is on patches and DLC. However, we do plan to do more Playlist updates in the future and I'll be sure to add these to the list of "recommended additions". Thanks!"
Q: "when or is the Care Package Glitch getting patched?" [War Junkie 1] (I'm assuming he's talking about the infinite CP glitch)
A: This fix is included in the next (literally) next patch to be downloaded by consoles. The one currently in test. We were able to get it into the code before it left the studio. I have updated the v1.18 patch notes in the Status Update thread I linked to to clarify this.
Also note, it's only referred to as v.1.18 on PC. Its a different protocol number on consoles.
Q: "The barrel on rust apparently says "Zombies" coming on a certain date, there have been rumours about zombies coming to MW2, Is this true or just another started rumour?" [Harvsmaster]
A: "There are no Zombies in Modern Warfare 2 and there will never be Zombies in Modern Warfare 2 despite what any "barrels" are telling you."
Q: "Any plans on fixing the OMA glitch?" [Harvsmaster]
A: "OMA is working as originally designed, although making tweaks to it are being discussed but no plans to change have been decided at this time."
Q: "Is there any hope for more Hardcore playlists? Perhaps a seperate section of all the normal core games (Ground War, Domination, Demolition, etc), but Hardcore?"
A: "We'll be adding more playlists at some point, and those additions may include more hardcore but when or what we'll add hasn't been decided yet. Our focus right now is on patches and DLC. Playlists are separate from DLC and can happen anytime (before or after) patches."
Q: "Are they going to fix the Silencer on the M9 and M240?" [SeanSim; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=256810 ]
A: "It's a known issue and has been bugged. No status to report on it yet."
Q: Why can't the AC130 sight the entire map on levels like Derail and Wasteland? [superfandango]
A: "The view restriction of the AC-130 is part of it's balancing."
Q: What is being done about the various FFA "same-team" glitches (for Ninja/Ninja Pro and SitRep Pro)?
A: "Not all perks are ideal for all playlists. In-fact, some perks and equipment are useless in certain playlists (like having a heartbeat sensor in 3rd person). At this time, I don't believe there are any plans to change how these perks work in FFA."
Q: Can we expect any action on FFA boosters?
A: "Nothing has been decided at this point but I know it's a discussion among the MP team."
Q: Can we expect to see some sort of customizable HUD in the future? [Inspired by Crd22; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=257368 ]
A: "No. MW2 allows you to change the vertical and horizontal horizons of your HUD, but no further HUD user customization is planned."
Q: Any chance on an update bringing the ability to cycle through Killstreak Rewards? [Inspired by: srussell10; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=258010 ]
A: "I personally love this idea, but it is not yet been discussed as a future addition."
Q: "Can you let us know if you think you can add a slider to the options menu for individual music control thus enabling us to turn off the music that comes on in the game usually in the most crucial moments?"[dedicatedserversplease]
A: "Typically we're not a fan of including changes like this, as we like the play experience to be equal on all fronts, so that one player doesn't have an advantage over another. If one player has no ambient music, then they can more clearly hear the footsteps of a player who does. At this time, I don't believe there are any plans to add this feature."
Q: Any chance on seeing a First person Team Tactical playlist any time soon? [Inspired by bbnocrossing; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=178748 ]
A: "Anything is possible. We will be adding more playlists at one point and this is a popular suggested playlist, but we haven't decided when or what will be added at this time."
Q: Are any new Spec Ops missions in the works? If so, when do you think we will see them released?
A: "Can't discuss future content until it's decided. Sorry."
Q: "what is different about the hit detection/bullet registration in this game?" [dedicatedserversplease] (With regards to why he is killed even after proning, and running around corners)
A: "Hit detection is server-side. Therefore while it may appear you made it behind cover, in actuality when the bullet hit you, you had not."
Q: "Can anything be done to make the spawns better?" [phj]
A: "Spawn-logic can be tweaked via patches. Feedback based on spawn points and logic is always being considered."
Q: Is anything being done to help keep parties together? [phj]
A: "Yes, the patch currently in production for 360 (already released on PC and just released on PS3) included several code changes for improved party stability. These changes will also be in the next Xbox 360 patch."
Q: Are there any fixes in the works with regards to the range/aim assist/apparent "invincibilty" lunge of Commando? [thebigb82]
A: "Game Balancing discussions are consistently on-going at Infinity Ward. Can't comment on any specific discussion unless we decide to change something. This is one of those discussions."
Q: Is anything being done about the Stinger missle missing/going through Harriers? [thebigb82]
A: "This may be an issue of the Harrier's anti-SAM measures not showing up client-side and therefore just appearing as a miss. It's being looked into."
Q: Any chance of an adding a high kill limit to TDM in Ground War? [WTFH4X]
A: "No current plans."
Q: Any chance of a possible seperation of Domination Ground War, TDM Ground War?
(As in, keep Ground War the way it is, but add 2 more playlists: TDM GW/Dom GW)
A: "As I said before, we will be updating playlists and adding new ones in the future. What those changes/additions will be or when they will be made is currently no determined."
Q: "When the multiplayer maps in the map pack are released, will they be avaliable for 4 player offline split screen multiplayer?" [Jedi429]
A: "Yes. If we do more multiplayer maps as part of DLC they will be available in online and offline multiplayer modes including Split-screen."
Q: "sometimes the HQ will get to about 95% captured and then reset for seemingly no reason." Are you aware of this? If it is a problem/glitch, is there a possible fix? [phj]
A: "We're aware and it's been bugged. No status to report as of yet."
Q: "Why aren't Terminal, Skidrow, Invasion, or High Rise on the Hardcore HQ playlist?" [phj]
A: "It was a design decision. Map rotation is decided on an individual playlist / game mode basis by the MP team based on what maps work best for each playlist. I've passed on the request to have them added regardless."
Q: "I recall in an interview you said tha
t there would be a major incentive for prestiging 10 times but according to all the modders and hackers there really is no reason to go all the way to 10th. Can you confirm or unconfirm some sort of surprise or anything special for 10th prestigers?" [spetsnazSVD]
A: "The biggest incentive to me is the additional Create A Class slots that allow me to have a customized class for every playlist I play, as well as for every playstyle of mine without having to switch them out between rounds. A huge benefit and time saver imo. I'm also a fan of unlocking titles and emblems so the exclusive prestige titles and emblems are a non-gameplay incentive that I enjoy."
Q: "IW can you please add sight up lock (locking in sight view not needing to hold the sight button) to your games?" [AskACapper_com]
(Also, with regards both to AskACapper_com and his above question: Any chance of customizable control schemes?)
A: "No plans to add fully customizable control schemes but we did have a toggle ADS for the N0M4D control scheme that was originally in MW2 (brought over from COD4) but was removed just before launch due to a bug with Akimbo. We're currently working on a solution to bring that back into MW2."
Q: "The m9 head shots challenge does not start counting head shots until several levels after you open it. I think when you open the D eagle. Are there any plans for fixing this?" [captainsmooth]
A: "It's been bugged but no status on it's fix yet."
Q: "Is there a possibility of a theater mode like in Halo as DLC? I remember one of the devs talking sbout it." [Jedi429]
A: "No, Not at this time."
Q: "Can we expect guns as dlc?" [Jedi429]
A: "Can't discuss what's included in DLC until it's decided. Don't want to give false hope as things change daily."
Q: "How many MP maps will be in the 1st map pack?" [Jedi429]
A: "See Above."
Q: "Is there anything being done about the glitch that happens when shooting down a chopper with a regular gun? Once it is smoking an spiraling down, every bullet that hits it counts as a downed killstreak" [captainsmooth]
A: "It's a known issue but no status to report as of yet."
Q: Why did IW go for the "no/very little recoil" route with most weapons (especially Assualt Rifles)? [richie55]
A: "It's a design decision. Just how we like our guns to play and feel."
Q: "Is there any possibility of getting a separate sensitivity setting for when scoped in, as opposed to when scoped out?" [subdermal; more info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=248494 ]
A: "No, this was a feature I was a fan of pre-launch for MW2 but it never made it into the final game. No plans to add it either."
Q: "Could you explain what this means: Notice UNLOCALIZED [Player animation index out of range (441):501]" [subdermal]
A: "It's a known bug. It will be addressed in a future update."
Q: "Can we expect any other goodies besides maps in the first two DLC?" [crd22]
A: "See Above. Can't confirm nor deny any DLC content yet."
Q: "I know a question has been asked about VIP content, will this include stats?" [hQWeedEater]
A: "At this time the focus is on gameplay improvements, patches, and DLC as a priority. Stats are currently not a priority but are a possibility once the aforementioned priorities are taken care of."
Q: "I hear a lot of chatter about people wanting a local-only search function, any plans for this?" [hQWeedEater]
A: "Yes. We've already added several location based search parameters into the PC and PS3 matchmaking and plan to do the same for the Xbox 360 search logic eventually. However, it takes quite a bit more work on the Xbox 360 side as Xbox Live already uses it's own location logic and matchmaking guidelines that we have to work along-side with. Unlike PS3 and PC where we have complete control."
Q: "Will there be a option in the future to eliminate the auto-aim completely?" [summers1000]
A: "No. That's a design decision of Modern Warfare 2's."
Q: "Are you going to do something about skipping killstreak rewards killcames. Often not able to skip them?" [dutchpunk]
A: "No plans to change it currently, but it has been bugged."
Q: "Why are the FMJ challenge kills set to 40 and other attachment challenge kill around 20?" [dutchpunk]
A: "A design decision, FMJ is one of the last attachment challenges you unlock and therefore is more time consuming / difficult to achieve."
Q: "Why do harriers and AC-130 not count for stinger kills?" [dutchpunk]
A: "A design decision. The Stinger challenges are focused on Helicopter kills only."
Q: "Any chances on getting all maps available for HC Headquarters?" [AJ_BR]
A: "See Above. Map rotation are decided on an individual playlist basis, based on how well they work with each playlist."
Q: "You said when we have VIP access we could listen to some tracks of Hans Zimmer, but can we download them to music players and MP3 and MP4 and stuff like that?" [The CoD Fan]
A: "Yes. I believe they'll be making some tracks available for download to VIP members for free."
Q: Any chance for HardDrive install for MW2 for the PS3? [RobsStang]
A: "I've passed on the suggestion. However I haven't heard it being added in any recent patches."
Q: Are any improvements going to be made to any of the killstreak rewards? Some people have concerns over the effectiveness of some (IE the attack helicopter)? [summers1000]
A: "No. They're balanced based on how easy they are to obtain. Their effectiveness being part of that balancing. Attack Helicopters are meant to be the weakest of the choppers."
Q: "What measures is the IW Staff working on to bring some much needed balance back to the game ? Espicially in a gametype like Team Death Match where the objective is to kill others, the super defensive nature of this game doesn't work well." [meatwadsprite]
A: "I assume you're talking about Campers. The camping play-style has been the bane of the run and gunner player since the dawn of FPS history. Is it the game designers place to tell a player he has to play a certain way, rather than the way he finds the most enjoyable? "
Q: If someone has Last Stand Pro, they can kill themselves with their equipment. This does not result in any points for "Assisted Suicide". Is IW aware of this? And if so are can we expect some sort of fix any time soon? [Hypocrite]
A: "It's a known issue but no status on it yet."
Q: "Could you put together a MW2 community FFA throwing knifes event?" [Harvsmaster]
A: "I think that'd be great once we have all these updates out the door and have some time to enjoy the game more personally."
Q: A lot of people are concerned about the matchmaking system, especially in regards to the party aspect (as it takes much longer to find a match when in a party, as well as on many occasions just completely fails to find a match). Is there anything that IW team is doing to help combat this problem? [daftpunk]
A: "Yes. We've already added several party stability improvements to a patch released on PC and PS3, and are always working on improving it based on feedback."
Personal thoughts:
Q: "What do you think of all the underage players using mics?" [gazajed]
A: "We do everything we can do abide by the ESRB voluntary rating system. It's up to parents to parent their children when playing online. I suggest muting any player you find annoying or offensive. "
Q: "Whats your stance on boosters?" [gazajed]
A: "They're lame. "
Q: "Favorite gun?" [gazajed]
A: "It changes daily. Currently the M4A1 because I'm going for the Prestige Challenges on it."
Q: "AC130 or chopper gunner?" [gazajed]
A: "Chopper Gunner. The AC130 is over-rated now, although I loved it pre-launch."
Q: "Any chances of getting some play the devs matches going?" [gazajed]
A: "See above. Once we get all these updates / DLC out the door, I think we'll be down to do some more community events."
Q: "Whats your favorite hobby other than gaming?" [gazajed]
A: "Spending time with my wife and daughter."
Q: Why did you choose Twitter as your main source of communication with the community as opposed to these forums? [spetsnazSVD]
A: "Twitter allows me to communicate to a larger percentage of our players than the forums do. As well as broadcast our message and information much further (reaching hundreds of thousands of people with one tweet opposed to barely a thousand people with one forum post). It's a great communication tool especially since we can communicate with both fans and press alike through the same medium. It also allows me to post more frequently than I can on the forums due to having access to it on my mobile phone when traveling, away from the office on weekends, and during off hours."
Q: "How would you describe your play style?" [gazajed]
A: "Run and Gun but prefer to stay silent (suppressed weapon and ninja pro)"
Q: "What are your thoughts on treyarches cod games compared [to] IWs?" [gazajed]
A: "They work hard just like we work hard. They're guys and gals just making a living like us."
Q: "Is there any hope for a One Hit Kill for headshots with snipers being added?"
Q:"When is the expected release of the VIP content? (code that came with the game) and what is it?" [Xtremechaos1]
A: "I expect the VIP section to hopefully open with in a month, however no ETA has been set so don't hold me to that. The VIP section will allow users exclusive access to specific content (such as possibly receiving some tracks off the official soundtrack by Hans Zimmer for free), as well as give you a place where you can post and communicate with us in a private forum (reserved for other players who bought the game). Additional content is planned as well.
Q: "Is there any updates on the pavelow killstreak reward being fixed/or is it even broken?" [Xtremechaos1]
A: "The team is aware of this issue and they do plan to address it. However the fix will not be in the latest patch for consoles, but I hope for it to make it in a future one soon after."
Q: "will there be a reset of the obvious leaderboard hacks/10th prestige hacks?"[Xtremechaos1]
A: "Leaderboard maintenance is unique for each platform. On the PS3 we have much more control and have already done several wipes of the leaderboards. On the Xbox 360 it requires a bit more reliance on working with our partners at Microsoft which has been dealing with cheaters on a case by case basis. Eventually, we hope to have them all cleared off."
Q: "In addition to the three leaked gamemodes that are going to (apparently) be released, is there any way you can incorporate this list in there?
Normal Team Tactical
Hardcore CTF
Hardcore FFA
Normal Cage Match"
[redroverr]
A: "Thanks for the suggestions. I agree that all four of these would make good additions to the playlists. Right now, as someone noted, our focus is on patches and DLC. However, we do plan to do more Playlist updates in the future and I'll be sure to add these to the list of "recommended additions". Thanks!"
Q: "when or is the Care Package Glitch getting patched?" [War Junkie 1] (I'm assuming he's talking about the infinite CP glitch)
A: This fix is included in the next (literally) next patch to be downloaded by consoles. The one currently in test. We were able to get it into the code before it left the studio. I have updated the v1.18 patch notes in the Status Update thread I linked to to clarify this.
Also note, it's only referred to as v.1.18 on PC. Its a different protocol number on consoles.
Q: "The barrel on rust apparently says "Zombies" coming on a certain date, there have been rumours about zombies coming to MW2, Is this true or just another started rumour?" [Harvsmaster]
A: "There are no Zombies in Modern Warfare 2 and there will never be Zombies in Modern Warfare 2 despite what any "barrels" are telling you."
Q: "Any plans on fixing the OMA glitch?" [Harvsmaster]
A: "OMA is working as originally designed, although making tweaks to it are being discussed but no plans to change have been decided at this time."
Q: "Is there any hope for more Hardcore playlists? Perhaps a seperate section of all the normal core games (Ground War, Domination, Demolition, etc), but Hardcore?"
A: "We'll be adding more playlists at some point, and those additions may include more hardcore but when or what we'll add hasn't been decided yet. Our focus right now is on patches and DLC. Playlists are separate from DLC and can happen anytime (before or after) patches."
Q: "Are they going to fix the Silencer on the M9 and M240?" [SeanSim; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=256810 ]
A: "It's a known issue and has been bugged. No status to report on it yet."
Q: Why can't the AC130 sight the entire map on levels like Derail and Wasteland? [superfandango]
A: "The view restriction of the AC-130 is part of it's balancing."
Q: What is being done about the various FFA "same-team" glitches (for Ninja/Ninja Pro and SitRep Pro)?
A: "Not all perks are ideal for all playlists. In-fact, some perks and equipment are useless in certain playlists (like having a heartbeat sensor in 3rd person). At this time, I don't believe there are any plans to change how these perks work in FFA."
Q: Can we expect any action on FFA boosters?
A: "Nothing has been decided at this point but I know it's a discussion among the MP team."
Q: Can we expect to see some sort of customizable HUD in the future? [Inspired by Crd22; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=257368 ]
A: "No. MW2 allows you to change the vertical and horizontal horizons of your HUD, but no further HUD user customization is planned."
Q: Any chance on an update bringing the ability to cycle through Killstreak Rewards? [Inspired by: srussell10; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=258010 ]
A: "I personally love this idea, but it is not yet been discussed as a future addition."
Q: "Can you let us know if you think you can add a slider to the options menu for individual music control thus enabling us to turn off the music that comes on in the game usually in the most crucial moments?"[dedicatedserversplease]
A: "Typically we're not a fan of including changes like this, as we like the play experience to be equal on all fronts, so that one player doesn't have an advantage over another. If one player has no ambient music, then they can more clearly hear the footsteps of a player who does. At this time, I don't believe there are any plans to add this feature."
Q: Any chance on seeing a First person Team Tactical playlist any time soon? [Inspired by bbnocrossing; More info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=178748 ]
A: "Anything is possible. We will be adding more playlists at one point and this is a popular suggested playlist, but we haven't decided when or what will be added at this time."
Q: Are any new Spec Ops missions in the works? If so, when do you think we will see them released?
A: "Can't discuss future content until it's decided. Sorry."
Q: "what is different about the hit detection/bullet registration in this game?" [dedicatedserversplease] (With regards to why he is killed even after proning, and running around corners)
A: "Hit detection is server-side. Therefore while it may appear you made it behind cover, in actuality when the bullet hit you, you had not."
Q: "Can anything be done to make the spawns better?" [phj]
A: "Spawn-logic can be tweaked via patches. Feedback based on spawn points and logic is always being considered."
Q: Is anything being done to help keep parties together? [phj]
A: "Yes, the patch currently in production for 360 (already released on PC and just released on PS3) included several code changes for improved party stability. These changes will also be in the next Xbox 360 patch."
Q: Are there any fixes in the works with regards to the range/aim assist/apparent "invincibilty" lunge of Commando? [thebigb82]
A: "Game Balancing discussions are consistently on-going at Infinity Ward. Can't comment on any specific discussion unless we decide to change something. This is one of those discussions."
Q: Is anything being done about the Stinger missle missing/going through Harriers? [thebigb82]
A: "This may be an issue of the Harrier's anti-SAM measures not showing up client-side and therefore just appearing as a miss. It's being looked into."
Q: Any chance of an adding a high kill limit to TDM in Ground War? [WTFH4X]
A: "No current plans."
Q: Any chance of a possible seperation of Domination Ground War, TDM Ground War?
(As in, keep Ground War the way it is, but add 2 more playlists: TDM GW/Dom GW)
A: "As I said before, we will be updating playlists and adding new ones in the future. What those changes/additions will be or when they will be made is currently no determined."
Q: "When the multiplayer maps in the map pack are released, will they be avaliable for 4 player offline split screen multiplayer?" [Jedi429]
A: "Yes. If we do more multiplayer maps as part of DLC they will be available in online and offline multiplayer modes including Split-screen."
Q: "sometimes the HQ will get to about 95% captured and then reset for seemingly no reason." Are you aware of this? If it is a problem/glitch, is there a possible fix? [phj]
A: "We're aware and it's been bugged. No status to report as of yet."
Q: "Why aren't Terminal, Skidrow, Invasion, or High Rise on the Hardcore HQ playlist?" [phj]
A: "It was a design decision. Map rotation is decided on an individual playlist / game mode basis by the MP team based on what maps work best for each playlist. I've passed on the request to have them added regardless."
Q: "I recall in an interview you said tha
t there would be a major incentive for prestiging 10 times but according to all the modders and hackers there really is no reason to go all the way to 10th. Can you confirm or unconfirm some sort of surprise or anything special for 10th prestigers?" [spetsnazSVD]
A: "The biggest incentive to me is the additional Create A Class slots that allow me to have a customized class for every playlist I play, as well as for every playstyle of mine without having to switch them out between rounds. A huge benefit and time saver imo. I'm also a fan of unlocking titles and emblems so the exclusive prestige titles and emblems are a non-gameplay incentive that I enjoy."
Q: "IW can you please add sight up lock (locking in sight view not needing to hold the sight button) to your games?" [AskACapper_com]
(Also, with regards both to AskACapper_com and his above question: Any chance of customizable control schemes?)
A: "No plans to add fully customizable control schemes but we did have a toggle ADS for the N0M4D control scheme that was originally in MW2 (brought over from COD4) but was removed just before launch due to a bug with Akimbo. We're currently working on a solution to bring that back into MW2."
Q: "The m9 head shots challenge does not start counting head shots until several levels after you open it. I think when you open the D eagle. Are there any plans for fixing this?" [captainsmooth]
A: "It's been bugged but no status on it's fix yet."
Q: "Is there a possibility of a theater mode like in Halo as DLC? I remember one of the devs talking sbout it." [Jedi429]
A: "No, Not at this time."
Q: "Can we expect guns as dlc?" [Jedi429]
A: "Can't discuss what's included in DLC until it's decided. Don't want to give false hope as things change daily."
Q: "How many MP maps will be in the 1st map pack?" [Jedi429]
A: "See Above."
Q: "Is there anything being done about the glitch that happens when shooting down a chopper with a regular gun? Once it is smoking an spiraling down, every bullet that hits it counts as a downed killstreak" [captainsmooth]
A: "It's a known issue but no status to report as of yet."
Q: Why did IW go for the "no/very little recoil" route with most weapons (especially Assualt Rifles)? [richie55]
A: "It's a design decision. Just how we like our guns to play and feel."
Q: "Is there any possibility of getting a separate sensitivity setting for when scoped in, as opposed to when scoped out?" [subdermal; more info: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=248494 ]
A: "No, this was a feature I was a fan of pre-launch for MW2 but it never made it into the final game. No plans to add it either."
Q: "Could you explain what this means: Notice UNLOCALIZED [Player animation index out of range (441):501]" [subdermal]
A: "It's a known bug. It will be addressed in a future update."
Q: "Can we expect any other goodies besides maps in the first two DLC?" [crd22]
A: "See Above. Can't confirm nor deny any DLC content yet."
Q: "I know a question has been asked about VIP content, will this include stats?" [hQWeedEater]
A: "At this time the focus is on gameplay improvements, patches, and DLC as a priority. Stats are currently not a priority but are a possibility once the aforementioned priorities are taken care of."
Q: "I hear a lot of chatter about people wanting a local-only search function, any plans for this?" [hQWeedEater]
A: "Yes. We've already added several location based search parameters into the PC and PS3 matchmaking and plan to do the same for the Xbox 360 search logic eventually. However, it takes quite a bit more work on the Xbox 360 side as Xbox Live already uses it's own location logic and matchmaking guidelines that we have to work along-side with. Unlike PS3 and PC where we have complete control."
Q: "Will there be a option in the future to eliminate the auto-aim completely?" [summers1000]
A: "No. That's a design decision of Modern Warfare 2's."
Q: "Are you going to do something about skipping killstreak rewards killcames. Often not able to skip them?" [dutchpunk]
A: "No plans to change it currently, but it has been bugged."
Q: "Why are the FMJ challenge kills set to 40 and other attachment challenge kill around 20?" [dutchpunk]
A: "A design decision, FMJ is one of the last attachment challenges you unlock and therefore is more time consuming / difficult to achieve."
Q: "Why do harriers and AC-130 not count for stinger kills?" [dutchpunk]
A: "A design decision. The Stinger challenges are focused on Helicopter kills only."
Q: "Any chances on getting all maps available for HC Headquarters?" [AJ_BR]
A: "See Above. Map rotation are decided on an individual playlist basis, based on how well they work with each playlist."
Q: "You said when we have VIP access we could listen to some tracks of Hans Zimmer, but can we download them to music players and MP3 and MP4 and stuff like that?" [The CoD Fan]
A: "Yes. I believe they'll be making some tracks available for download to VIP members for free."
Q: Any chance for HardDrive install for MW2 for the PS3? [RobsStang]
A: "I've passed on the suggestion. However I haven't heard it being added in any recent patches."
Q: Are any improvements going to be made to any of the killstreak rewards? Some people have concerns over the effectiveness of some (IE the attack helicopter)? [summers1000]
A: "No. They're balanced based on how easy they are to obtain. Their effectiveness being part of that balancing. Attack Helicopters are meant to be the weakest of the choppers."
Q: "What measures is the IW Staff working on to bring some much needed balance back to the game ? Espicially in a gametype like Team Death Match where the objective is to kill others, the super defensive nature of this game doesn't work well." [meatwadsprite]
A: "I assume you're talking about Campers. The camping play-style has been the bane of the run and gunner player since the dawn of FPS history. Is it the game designers place to tell a player he has to play a certain way, rather than the way he finds the most enjoyable? "
Q: If someone has Last Stand Pro, they can kill themselves with their equipment. This does not result in any points for "Assisted Suicide". Is IW aware of this? And if so are can we expect some sort of fix any time soon? [Hypocrite]
A: "It's a known issue but no status on it yet."
Q: "Could you put together a MW2 community FFA throwing knifes event?" [Harvsmaster]
A: "I think that'd be great once we have all these updates out the door and have some time to enjoy the game more personally."
Q: A lot of people are concerned about the matchmaking system, especially in regards to the party aspect (as it takes much longer to find a match when in a party, as well as on many occasions just completely fails to find a match). Is there anything that IW team is doing to help combat this problem? [daftpunk]
A: "Yes. We've already added several party stability improvements to a patch released on PC and PS3, and are always working on improving it based on feedback."
Personal thoughts:
Q: "What do you think of all the underage players using mics?" [gazajed]
A: "We do everything we can do abide by the ESRB voluntary rating system. It's up to parents to parent their children when playing online. I suggest muting any player you find annoying or offensive. "
Q: "Whats your stance on boosters?" [gazajed]
A: "They're lame. "
Q: "Favorite gun?" [gazajed]
A: "It changes daily. Currently the M4A1 because I'm going for the Prestige Challenges on it."
Q: "AC130 or chopper gunner?" [gazajed]
A: "Chopper Gunner. The AC130 is over-rated now, although I loved it pre-launch."
Q: "Any chances of getting some play the devs matches going?" [gazajed]
A: "See above. Once we get all these updates / DLC out the door, I think we'll be down to do some more community events."
Q: "Whats your favorite hobby other than gaming?" [gazajed]
A: "Spending time with my wife and daughter."
Q: Why did you choose Twitter as your main source of communication with the community as opposed to these forums? [spetsnazSVD]
A: "Twitter allows me to communicate to a larger percentage of our players than the forums do. As well as broadcast our message and information much further (reaching hundreds of thousands of people with one tweet opposed to barely a thousand people with one forum post). It's a great communication tool especially since we can communicate with both fans and press alike through the same medium. It also allows me to post more frequently than I can on the forums due to having access to it on my mobile phone when traveling, away from the office on weekends, and during off hours."
Q: "How would you describe your play style?" [gazajed]
A: "Run and Gun but prefer to stay silent (suppressed weapon and ninja pro)"
Q: "What are your thoughts on treyarches cod games compared [to] IWs?" [gazajed]
A: "They work hard just like we work hard. They're guys and gals just making a living like us."
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