Will My Guns Transfer Over to Warzone 2? Everything You Need to Know
The burning question on every Call of Duty player’s mind: Will my hard-earned weapons carry over to Warzone 2? The short answer is: No, your weapons from the original Warzone will not transfer to Warzone 2. This was a significant shift when Warzone 2 launched, creating a fresh start for all players, but it’s crucial to understand the nuances of weapon progression across the different Call of Duty titles. Let’s dive into the details.
The Reset: Why Your Warzone 1 Guns Stay Behind
When Warzone 2.0 launched, it was designed as a separate experience, not simply an update to the original Warzone. This meant that the vast library of weapons, camos, and progress that players had accumulated over the years in Warzone Caldera would not be transferred to the new game. This decision was made to create a level playing field, ensuring that all players, whether veterans or newcomers, would start on equal footing.
This reset also allowed the developers to implement new weapon systems, balancing mechanics, and progression paths, distinct from those in the original Warzone. It was, in effect, a hard reset of your arsenal.
Understanding Weapon Progression in Warzone 2
While your Warzone 1 guns won’t transfer, it’s essential to understand how weapon progression actually works in Warzone 2. Your access to weapons and the ability to unlock attachments are tied to your account level, weapon level, and challenges that you complete.
- Account Level: As you play and gain experience, your account level increases, unlocking access to base weapons and some attachments.
- Weapon Level: Every weapon in Warzone 2 has its own level. The more you use a specific gun, the more its level goes up, unlocking attachments like scopes, grips, and barrels.
- Challenges: Completing specific challenges will also unlock camos, unique attachments, and even base weapons.
The DMZ Factor: A Temporary Home for Weapons
The DMZ mode in Warzone 2 introduced a different wrinkle to weapon management. In this extraction-based mode, you can find and extract with weapons. Here are the critical points to keep in mind:
- Contraband Weapons: Weapons extracted from DMZ are labeled as “Contraband.” These are tied to the DMZ mode.
- Loss of Contraband: If you’re killed in DMZ without successfully extracting, you will lose all contraband weapons you were carrying.
- Limited Use: Contraband weapons are only usable in DMZ matches and will not appear in your loadouts in other Warzone 2 game modes.
- Acquiring Weapons: Weapons acquired from other players or enemies on the field are considered contraband after extracting with them.
- M13 Exception: The M13 can be easily acquired through DMZ by having a friend drop it for you so you can extract with it.
The Transition to Warzone 3 and Modern Warfare 3
The rules of transferring weapons change as we move towards Warzone 3 and Modern Warfare 3 (MW3). Here’s what you need to know:
- MW2 Content Carries Over: Unlike the jump from Warzone 1 to Warzone 2, all weapons, operators, and bundles that you own in Modern Warfare 2 (MW2), whether you acquired them before or after August 16, are planned to carry over to Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) and, subsequently, Warzone 3.
- Cosmetic Carry-Over: All unlocked operators and operator skins from MW2 will carry over to MW3, including purchased ones. This ensures that all your skins are available in the new game.
This is a significant change from the reset that occurred between Warzone and Warzone 2, which allows players to maintain their progression.
Warzone 2.0: The Evolution of Weapon Carrying
While you can’t carry over Warzone 1 weapons to Warzone 2, the new game introduced new mechanics, such as the backpack system. This allowed players to carry three weapons instead of two, which expands tactical options.
- Three Weapon System: Warzone 2 features a backpack system, allowing players to store more items such as kill streaks, armor plates, and, crucially, a third weapon, offering significantly more tactical versatility.
Warzone 2 and Camos
One of the important aspects of progression is the Camo Challenge system. Here’s what you need to know:
- XP and Camos: Kills in Warzone 2 contribute experience points (XP) for both your player profile and the weapon being used. These kills also count towards completing in-game Reticle Challenges and Camo Challenges.
The Closure of Warzone Caldera
Keep in mind that Warzone Caldera is now shut down. On September 21, 2023, Warzone Caldera was formally closed, meaning it is no longer accessible. This is important to know, as you will not be able to access your old weapons, camos, and progression in that version. This move allows the development teams to focus on the current Warzone free-to-play experience, which is Warzone 2.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Will my Call of Duty Points (CP) from Warzone 1 transfer to Warzone 2?
No, CoD Points from Warzone 1 will not transfer to Warzone 2. It’s advisable to use your CP in the original Warzone before the shut down. For PC users on Steam, it’s recommended that they first download Warzone 2 on Battle.net, as your Steam CP will not be available on battle.net.
2. Will my wins carry over to Warzone 2?
No, your wins from Warzone 1 will not carry over to Warzone 2. All progression and stats were reset with the launch of Warzone 2.
3. Can I transfer my weapons from Modern Warfare 2 to Warzone 2?
Yes. Weapons unlocked in Modern Warfare 2 can be used in Warzone 2. You do not need to unlock the base weapons twice, as weapons that can be used in both titles are readily available if unlocked through level progression or challenges.
4. Will my progress in Warzone transfer to Warzone 2?
No, none of your progress from Warzone 1 will transfer to Warzone 2. This includes weapon levels, operator unlocks, and battle pass progress.
5. Is DMZ being carried over to Modern Warfare 3?
No, DMZ is not being carried forward into Warzone’s new experiences. The mechanics for DMZ are being adapted into the Zombie mode.
6. How long can you stay in a DMZ match?
Players have a limited time of 25 minutes in a DMZ match before the gas closes in. Being mindful of the time is a core aspect of this game mode.
7. Do you lose your weapons permanently in DMZ?
You can lose weapons permanently in DMZ. Contraband weapons are lost forever if you fail to exfiltrate. However, you can continue to unlock the base weapons and level them up for use in any Warzone 2 match.
8. Can you one-shot with snipers in Warzone 2?
Yes, you can one-shot with specific bolt-action sniper rifles using Explosive Ammunition. The viable sniper rifles are the MCPR-300, Victus XMR, Signal 50, and FJX Imperium.
9. Does Modern Warfare 2 carry over to Modern Warfare 3?
Yes, your weapons, operators, and bundles from Modern Warfare 2 will carry over to Modern Warfare 3 when it launches in November.
10. Will Warzone 2 lose my skins?
No, the skins that you acquire in Warzone 2 will not be lost, even when we move towards Warzone 3. This includes skins acquired in the battle pass or purchased. As of September 21, 2023, however, skins from the original Warzone are not accessible in Warzone 2.
11. Are MW2 and Warzone 2 connected?
Yes, Warzone 2 is integrated within Modern Warfare 2. It does not need a separate installation if you already own MW2.
12. Is Warzone 2 cross progression?
Yes, weapon progression is cross-platform and cross-title between Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2. Unlocked weapons and attachments can be used in both games.
13. How many players are in a Warzone 3 game?
Warzone 3 continues to support a range of squad sizes, including Solo, Duos, Trios, and Quads, depending on which game mode you enter.
14. What is happening to Warzone in 2023?
In 2023, Warzone Caldera shut down on September 21. The focus is now on the free-to-play experience of Warzone 2, with the transition towards Warzone 3 and MW3 now underway.
15. Is Rebirth Island coming back to Warzone?
Yes, Rebirth Island and Fortune’s Keep, two of the most popular Warzone maps, are scheduled to return to the game in 2024.
Conclusion: A New Era of Warzone
The transition from the original Warzone to Warzone 2 was a significant reset, with the exclusion of weapon transfers designed to create a level playing field. While your older weapons do not come forward, you can focus on enjoying the new mechanics, maps, and experiences that Warzone 2 has to offer. Thankfully, all of your hard-earned gear from Modern Warfare 2 will carry over to MW3 and Warzone 3, providing more continuity for players going forward. This ensures that players can progress from Modern Warfare II to Modern Warfare III seamlessly. Always keep an eye on official news for updates on future progression details.