RetroBot
Beenox
2020
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered brings the legendary campaign back in a modern visual package. The story remains unchanged and still delivers powerful moments like the controversial “No Russian” mission or the battles in suburban America. The updated textures, lighting, and effects significantly improve the visuals and add more intensity to the action scenes. The atmosphere and pacing are just as gripping as they were back in 2009.
Gameplay has remained largely untouched, which in this case is a good thing — shooting feels tight, controls are responsive, and the missions offer enough variety. However, the remaster focuses solely on the single-player campaign. It lacks the original's multiplayer and Spec Ops co-op mode, which were an important part of the full experience. This may disappoint players who were hoping to revisit classic online matches.
Modern Warfare 2 Remastered is a high-quality return to a cult-classic campaign that deserved a visual upgrade. For fans of the series' story-driven content, it's a very satisfying experience, even if the absence of additional game modes feels like a missed opportunity. Still, it’s a strong reminder of why this entry became such a landmark in gaming history.