The Call of Duty franchise has introduced various unique features since its launch in 2023. The original Call of Duty: Duty Warfare 3 took an innovative approach to killstreaks with a special package that allowed players to gain extra perks instead of conventional streaks. Similarly, Advanced Warfare enabled players to enhance streaks for better performance, albeit with a longer earning duration. Other titles like Ghosts, WW2, and Vanguard also showcased inventive elements, with the latest Modern Warfare 3 seeking to contribute its own gimmick through Conversion Kits.

On paper, the Conversion Kits within the Aftermarket Parts system are a valuable addition to Call of Duty's renowned Gunsmith, offering complete weapon transformations. An LMG can be converted into an Assault Rifle, and a Pistol into an SMG, with the added visual enhancements to highlight their unique attachments. However, these Kits have certain drawbacks, unlike Black Ops 4's superior Operator Mods.

Why Conversion Kits Fall Short Compared to Black Ops 4’s Operator Mods

Black Ops 4’s Operator Mods Overcome Conversion Kit Limitations

One of the main issues with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3's Conversion Kits is their lack of distinctiveness. While the game offers a range of Conversion Kits, such as the MCW’s JAK Raven Kit and the MTZ-762’s JAK Heretic Carbine Kit, they often suffer from a sense of uniformity. Despite the regular introduction of new Conversion Kits, the novelty of transforming weapons eventually wears off, leading to a repetitive experience. In contrast, Black Ops 4's Operator Mods excelled in offering unique and individualized enhancements for each weapon.

In Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, each Operator Mod served to amplify a weapon's existing characteristics, adding depth and personality. For instance, the Spitfire's Wild Fire mod intensified its rapid firing rate, while the Belt-Feed mod bestowed the Cordite with a 600-round magazine. The game ensured that each Operator Mod felt distinctive, unlike many of the Conversion Kits in Modern Warfare 3, which often felt like downgrades due to significant drawbacks.

While Black Ops 4's Operator Mods were powerful and rewarding, some were even deemed overpowered, such as the Penta Burst for the Swordfish and the Strobe Light for the SG12. In contrast, several Conversion Kits in Modern Warfare 3 suffered from severe tradeoffs, making them less appealing to players.

Enhancing Conversion Kits for Call of Duty 2024

Despite their shortcomings, Conversion Kits contribute visual distinctiveness and are regularly updated, showcasing the potential for improvement. To ensure their longevity, Call of Duty 2024 could merge the strengths of Conversion Kits and Operator Mods. By tailoring each Conversion Kit to enhance a specific weapon's signature trait, akin to Operator Mods, the game can inject uniqueness into each Kit. While maintaining balanced tradeoffs, the game should mitigate the severe drawbacks seen in MW3, encouraging players to utilize the Kits. By retaining the visual transformations and consistent release of new Conversion Kits, Modern Warfare 3's Conversion Kits can evolve and thrive in the upcoming Call of Duty installment.