Summary
- Activision shut down the H2M Mod to avoid competition with their upcoming game, Black Ops 6.
- The mod was set to revive Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer with enhanced features, attracting considerable interest.
- Despite backlash, the creator plans to step away from CoD modding and explore new projects.
The creator of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 H2M mod has explained why Activision decided to shut down their ambitious project. According to him, Activision's decision was driven by concerns that the release of the Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer remaster could negatively impact the sales of their upcoming title, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
The H2M Mod, designed to revive Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer with enhanced features, was scheduled for release on August 16. However, just before launch, the developers announced that Activision Publishing had issued a cease-and-desist order, forcing them to shut down the project permanently. The mod had attracted considerable interest as it aimed to fill the gap left by Activision’s decision not to include a multiplayer remaster. The sudden cancelation led to backlash, with players expressing frustration, initiating a petition, and review bombing Modern Warfare Remastered on Steam. Even the eSports organization FaZe Clan voiced disappointment over the situation and called for the mod to be allowed.
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Now, Watchful Wolf, the founder of the H2M mod, has released a video explaining why the mod was shut down by Activision. According to him, they were just hours away from releasing the mod when he received a cease-and-desist letter from Activision, prompting them to immediately halt all activities, including shutting down servers and taking their website offline. The creator shared that Activision's decision was influenced by the growing popularity of the MW2's H2M mod and its proximity to the release of Black Ops 6. Activision was reportedly concerned that the mod could interfere with the marketing and potential sales of the upcoming game.
What's Next for the Modern Warfare 2 H2M Mod Creator
He also noted that, in his view, even if the mod had been developed on another platform like Black Ops 3, it would likely have faced the same fate due to its popularity and timing. Looking ahead, the creator mentioned that he plans to step away from modding Call of Duty games but will continue to explore other mods and games on his channel. He hinted at possibly developing a new game, although he emphasized that this idea is still in its early stages with no concrete plans.
While it remains uncertain whether Activision will reconsider its decision regarding the MW2 multiplayer remaster, Black Ops 6 is set to be released on October 25. The Call of Duty franchise continues to generate significant anticipation as numerous leaks and official information about the upcoming title are revealed.
- Released
- November 10, 2009
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Drugs
- Developer(s)
- Infinity Ward
- Publisher(s)
- Activision
- Multiplayer
- Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
- Franchise
- Call of Duty
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The most-anticipated game of the year and the sequel to the best-selling first-person action game of all time, Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse.
Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare 2 features for the first time in video games, the musical soundtrack of legendary Academy Award®, Golden Globe® Award, Grammy® Award and Tony winning composer Hans Zimmer. The title picks up immediately following the historic events of Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare®, the blockbuster title that earned worldwide critical acclaim, including:
"Most Played Online Video Game" in history, 2009 Guinness World Records
More than 50 Game of the Year awards, including the Console Game of the Year and Overall Game of the Year, 2007, from the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences®
