Some players of the popular video game, Modern Warfare 3, have been insistent about an immediate change in the game. They argue that a gameplay issue termed 'head glitching' jeopardises the integrity of the game, terming it as 'ridiculous'.
The video game, Modern Warfare 3, has, over time, witnessed the concerns of its players on numerous occasions, post-its launch. The grievances range from a myriad of issues, the most contentious that has been frequently brought forward is the issue of skill-based matchmaking, an aspect that represents an ongoing debate in the domain of video games in general and Call of Duty in particular.
There are instances where players have expressed strong dissatisfaction with the fundamental elements of the game. One such case was when they criticised the game for 'atrocious’ spawn points, asserting that the quality has been progressively deteriorating over time.
At present, the issue at hand among the Modern Warfare 3 player community is that of 'head glitching.' This is not a new issue. It has been noted in the franchise for several years, raising significant concerns among players.
Proposed Solution To The 'Head Glitching' Issue
A loud and clear call for help has been voiced by a Modern Warfare 3 player. They hoped for a resolution to the long-standing 'head glitching' issue that has plagued Call of Duty for several years.
The player humorously pointed out that even in the year 2024, the 'head glitching' issue persisted in the game where players appeared to shoot from their foreheads. The player expressed that this was indeed a glitch, considering the game had been in existence for two decades.
The key issue lies in the fact that when a player in the game hides behind a cover such that only the top of their head is visible, they should ideally not be able to shoot. However, the glitch enables them to do just that, according to the player's observations.
The player further emphasized that this glitch allowed players to stay concealed behind indestructible objects and continue shooting, which seems unrealistic and frustrates the authentic gaming experience.
Player Reactions To The 'Head Glitching' Problem
There was a wave of responses to this post that had derogatory comments about lazy game development and intentional neglect of fixing the issue.
However, there were also numerous players who came forward with logical explanations for the 'head glitching' issue. It was mentioned that it has been standard practice in almost all first-person shooter games for bullets to originate from the player model's head as a part of gameplay design.
One player elaborated that changing bullets to originate from the muzzle would require a complete overhaul of various aspects like movement dynamics, gunplay, maps, animations, models, and more.
Other players voiced their concern about if merely adjusting the origin of the bullets to the gun would effectively solve the problem. They argued that this would likely lead to hitting the object in front, which would degrade the gaming experience.
The Challenge Of Addressing The Issue
Some players suggested alternatives to addressing the 'head glitching' issue. One notably suggested making the gun occupy space rather than being abstract. However, they conceded that such a solution might not be feasible or effective in a game like Modern Warfare 3, which is more arcade-like rather than realistic.
'Head glitching' has been a long-standing problematic issue within Call of Duty games. Addressing these complaints is not a straightforward task as it could potentially involve redesigning maps or altering movement mechanics. The issue continues to sow discord among the players, demanding attention from the developers of the game.