Warzone 2 game modes disabled amidst suspicions of XP farming
Warzone 2's live-service nature leads to occasional game mode removals like Lockdown and Plunder on August 10, sparking speculation about hidden issues and XP exploits.
Due to the live-service nature of Warzone 2, where fresh content releases and substantial updates are always imminent, occasionally issues arise with the game's numerous moving pieces. This occasionally produces mild bugs that are often more entertaining than anything else. The experience can be completely ruined by these problems in other circumstances, though. Developers typically take one last step in the most extreme situations: completely turning off game modes.
The removal of two playlists on August 10 has some users questioning whether this is a common occurrence, usually saved for the most annoying traits. Many believe that important game modes were removed in this instance to stop the public from abusing an XP farm.
Issue Acknowledgements:
— Call of Duty Updates (@CODUpdates) August 10, 2023
❗️ #Warzone
Plunder and Lockdown have been disabled while we investigate an issue.
Trello: https://t.co/Bmq1AfjUCY
On August 10, it was announced that Lockdown and Plunder had been deactivated while developers investigated an issue. This specific problem’s precise nature remained a secret. Even on the official Warzone Trello Board, as of this time, no specifics had been given. The community consequently started to theorise as to why developers so urgently removed certain modes from the game. Some people believed there was a different explanation for the quick action because there was no public information of a match-ending bug or Warzone-wide exploit in the spotlight.
One user responded to the announcement on Twitter with, “Gotta get rid of the quick XP methods fast I see.” Another added in,“XP ‘issue’ lol.” A number of players pointed to an XP farm as the cause of everything. Even though it hasn't been verified, it makes sense.
xp “issue” lol
— 💫 Maxine 💫 (she/her) (@yuhMaxine) August 10, 2023
While it may be advantageous for the players, gaining XP more quickly than the developers intended directly contradicts established systems of advancement. Consider the Double XP payouts as an example. These bonuses can be ignored if Plunder can improve XP gains in any case.
— Hellz Broadcast Network (@HeLLz_HBN) August 10, 2023
Obviously, it's best to ignore this rumour for the time being. Under the surface, there might be a game-breaking problem that we simply weren't aware of. No ETA has as of yet been given. So while we wait for both Lockdown and Plunder to return, players will just have to continue grinding in any other game mode.
