Sledgehammer Games is currently testing the reintroduction of persistent lobbies in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, a feature that has been absent from the franchise for years. This potential addition could become a standard feature across all Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 lobbies if the testing phase proves successful.
In the realm of multiplayer gaming, Call of Duty is known for its utilization of skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) to ensure fair team compositions. However, there is a divide among fans regarding the game's nature, with some viewing it as more casual while others perceive it as competitive. For those leaning towards a casual experience, SBMM can be seen as an annoying and unnecessary element. One consequence of Call of Duty's SBMM mechanism is the dissolution of lobbies after each match to reconstruct balanced teams. Yet, developers of Modern Warfare 3 seem to be contemplating the option of making this aspect of SBMM voluntary.
A recent tweet from the Call of Duty news source charlieINTEL showcased Sledgehammer's experimental feature, offering players the choice to stay in the same lobby post-match. This feature is currently being trialed in select lobbies and appears to be functioning as intended. Players who opt to continue in the lobby are seamlessly redirected to the pregame screen for map voting, while vacant slots are refilled with new participants. This enhancement was hinted at by Sledgehammer back in November, indicating a potential full-scale rollout if the testing phase proves successful.
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Despite the convenience of this new feature, opponents of Call of Duty's SBMM should temper their excitement, as the system is likely to remain in place. Subsequent matches will still observe team reshuffling if skill imbalances arise due to departing players, with new participants selected based on lobby requirements.
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Additionally, data miners have unearthed evidence within Modern Warfare 3's code hinting at the inclusion of two beloved weapons: the WWII-era Kar98k sniper rifle and the contemporary SPAS-12 shotgun. These iconic weapons, adored by the Call of Duty community, could potentially headline an upcoming battle pass, adding further excitement to the game's arsenal.