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Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package Sets Xbox Live Record

XXLGaming writes, "Microsoft today confirmed that last week's release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package shattered Xbox LIVE® records as more than one million gamers worldwide downloaded the new map pack from Activision and Infinity Ward in the first 24 hours alone, surpassing the 2.5 million mark within the first week."

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GiantEnemyCrab5894d ago

How disappointing... The sheeple so easily herded.

Bobby and Activision was right! :(

Al Bundy5894d ago

Ain't that the truth. The most glitchy game ever breaks sales records on the Xbox. You can sell these guys anything, even if it don't works.

-MD-5894d ago

Al I understand you're a PS3 troll but do you honestly believe this DLC isn't going to sell on PSN? People can't wait to get their hands on this overpriced crap.

dangert125894d ago

Its the only DLC i have seen on the dashbored for a hole week and its occuping the 1st window asoon as you turn on your xbox its there normally dlc ain't in your face like that do you know how many times i've had to go the the games addon to find dlc?

Therealspy035894d ago

this really shouldn't be a surprise. look at the best selling movies...pure crap. people just like crap

Al Bundy5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

It will sell some on PSN but it won't break records.

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Anorexorcist5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

Microsoft speaking under their breath at said public annoucement: "for a few weeks."

I don't mean to spur up any fervent fanboy flames by saying this, but seriously what viable reason did Microsoft have to pay for timed exclusivity for this DLC? MW2 has been out for almost 5 months now. DLC is not going to result in any new sales, console or software (or even if it did, very meager, immaterial new sales.) It just seems like all risk and little to no return for Microsoft.

I swear that Microsoft does it just to fan the Xbox 360 fanboy flame.

Icyhot5894d ago

^^^^^^ Says a guy who paid 60 bucks for an expansion only cause it had a Halo name slapped on the box? Lets face the reality, people who buy these overpriced DLCs are retards who can easily be lured into anything via marketing. It doesn't matter if it's on the PS3 or the 360, it just shows how a pathetic overpriced DLC sells with some marketing and a brand name.

The Iron Sheik5894d ago

Anyone who buys this overpriced garbage is doing gaming a disservice. It doesn't matter if they prefer the PS3 or the 360. Other companies will see this and know it is ok to overcharge for DLC.

BRG90005894d ago

What's funny is that no one would be batting an eye at this price if they had just chopped it in two.

$10 for 3 new maps? Sure, that's typical.

$5 for 2 retro maps? Okay, doesn't seem too bad. They're old maps but that's cheaper per map than usual packs.

I stopped playing MW2 some time ago and don't plan to buy this pack, but I do get kind of a laugh out of the perception it's getting from loud people on the internet. If they had just waited a few weeks and released these in two smaller packs they would have sold just as many without all the whining.

raztad5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

I think Activision should have asked $20 for this "Stimulus" package. They are actually losing $5 per download. Dont worry though I'm sure they learned that, the next will be rightly priced.

-Alpha5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

And is that supposed to prove that Xbox players are unintelligent? The fact of the matter is that the 360 has sold more consoles here in NA, MW2 is loved by many Americans, and consequently more players play MW on the 360.

why pick on 360 players when Modern Warfare fans in general are getting sucked into this?

And wow at your comment below you really think PS3 gamers are any different? Is that why PS3 exclusives are supported like Killzone 2 over MW2? Or even MAG? Face it, MW2 is a game many average gamers enjoy. There's no reason to trash 360 fans only.

IdleLeeSiuLung5894d ago

It's funny how gamers will easily say that somebody else spent money on cr@p games, while others would say how can video gamers waste time and spend money on games?

See how that works?

jwatt5894d ago

I agree Alpha, I think a lot of people forget that MW2 sold a lot on the ps3 too and would probably break records for PSN. I do agree that the dlc is over priced but thats what happens when you have a very popular game and the developers know there's a high demand for DLC.

ZombieNinjaPanda5894d ago

And that asshole Bobby Kotick still can't give away some fcking free content. While the rest of the world is in a (somewhat) bad economic state, he's worried about buying another gold Ferrari(sp?) Jackass.

Greywulf5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

Wow?!

GEC, you get some digital respect points for calling it how it is. Even though I know how u are, its funny to see that even you would be called a troll for pointing out the obviosu.

pangitkqb5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

How dare I spend the money I earn with hard work on the things I choose?

Yup, I bought it and it has been fun. Yes, I thoroughly enjoy BBC2 as well!! Wow, turns out these games are NOT mutually exclusive.

The Real Question: How unpopular am I going to be for not going along with the "Bash MW2" crowd here @ N4G?

Count disagrees to see.

2Spock5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

Really no need to throw stone's when you live in a glass house. No need to start this glitch nitpicking. I can understand you are upset when DLC outsell's any exclusive game for the PS3, now that i said it it's kinda funny actually.

And all this crying and whining is not going to change a single thing. Huh go figure the voice of N4G fanboys are not even a drop in a bucket. They have been crying since the release date of well i am not going to buy it or play it. You know what it doesn't matter cause no one cares and you're little girggle whimpers is fallen to def ears. Shouldn't you be playing BBC2 which is far superior...right....right?

van-essa5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

I feel so dirty and my ass hurts. I bought the DLC and I don't even like the game WTF!

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I can't stop playing though... maybe I do like the game after all. And I tried BF:BC2, it's just to hardcore for me.

badz1495894d ago

but I hate sheep that floats him even his practices have been proven disgusting! come on now, really?? is there really no other games on the 360??

I just hope that people or at least true gamers will start showing Kotick that gamers are not just stupid sheep that will buy anything even crap with CoD or GH name plastered all over it! although that is yet to be seen!

GiantEnemyCrab5894d ago

Making the first post is a lot of pressure..lol

yes, I am a PS3 troll today and tomorrow I'll be a 360 troll again..whatever.. lol

People can buy what they want.. I am just disappointed at the precedence it sets and the message it sends to Activision. I would say the same thing if this was PS3 or 360.

JonnyBadfinger5894d ago

I refuse to download it. its absolute BS.
1200ms points for 4 poorly designed maps and 2 which we already own... seriously get f***ed. there is nothing Stimulus about the map pack, all it does is allow IW to suck that little bit more of gamers cash outta there pockets... seriously the price is the most outrageous part, in my opinion its bordering the lines of criminal mismanagement.

Would rather spend 1200ms points on avatar items.

CoD is dead in my eyes anyway... i only play it when someone begs me too.

Neo6045894d ago

DLC BS: new costume, new characters, new map, new mission.

Syronicus5894d ago

Call me a sheeple. Call me whatever you want but it does not change the FACT that MW2 is currently the best online game you can play and the multitudes have spoken. Stay in the minority and keep hating, it only makes you all look sad.

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-MD-5894d ago

Are you serious? I've lost all hope in people... get ready for the standard to be raised to 15 dollars across all games now.

How disappointing.

killyourfm5894d ago

Way to copy/paste a press release XXL.

rwallace5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

Whats wrong with posting a press release. There is no rule that says something cannot be posted verbatim, especially press releases. Notice the source: Press Release. When it arrives in my inbox, I post it up as is unless I feel something needs added.

killyourfm5894d ago

What's wrong with it?
1: It's simply lazy
2: To a newcomer, it shows that your website has no original voice and is only interested in being first on the scene for hits.
3: Google will penalize you for it

pangitkqb5894d ago

Your kindness to strangers is unbelievable.

And no, I'm actually not affiliated with their site.

rucky5894d ago (Edited 5894d ago )

Honestly I'd rather have a site that copy pastes from an existing article than a site who does nothing but create flamebait articles like hiphopgamer.

Silly gameAr5894d ago

You mean the same hiphopgamer that has interviews with actual developers?

Yeah, he's lame.

No offense to XXL though. Nice site.

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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: New Season 6 MP Map Gameplay Videos

Here is a look at the first two maps of Season 6 for Multiplayer.
La Casa involves intense action in a Vill and Koro Village is a battle in the streets where enemies lurk at all angles and shadows.

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MW3 shouldn’t leave Modern Warfare 2’s overlooked playlist behind

Modern Warfare 3 is set to be one of the biggest COD games yet features-wise, but it shouldn't leave out one of the best MW2 game modes in the rear view mirror.

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Modern Warfare 2 Adds Pay-to-Win Items With Thermal Scope and Merlin the Dog, Here's How They Work

Some alleged Modern Warfare 2 pay-to-win elements were recently added, see what they are here and how they work.

PunksOnN4G1021d ago

The DOG is legit Broken if ur hiding in a room or grass he turns his head even if ur behind a closed door he turns his head and barks letting them know where u at thats PAY TO WIN!!!!!

LucasRuinedChildhood1021d ago

I hope all the assholes who buy these get stuck in lobbies with each other. I skipped new COD games for a long time and a short time with MW2 convinced me to go back to on a hiatus.

With the skill-based matchmaking (engagement-based would be more accurate), I imagine this will make the game even more miserable for most players when the matchmaking has decided it's time for a tough lobby.

I played the OG MW2 recently on the Series X and it's disheartening how much more fun it is. I don't even care about the balance issues anymore. lol

PunksOnN4G1021d ago

My friends dont play with me anymore i am former pro player and i even streamed on MLG for RX gaming the team i played for... My KD is always high 5-6kd my friends who i went to school with are not good wht so ever so with SBMM kicking in its always putting us in TOP TIER lobbys and they cant hang now they dont even tell me when they getting on LOL

ManMarmalade1020d ago

I recently started playing OG MW2 again and I'm having a blast. Feels like I'm in high school again.

fr0sty1021d ago (Edited 1021d ago )

Welcome to COD under MS. It's all downhill from here, they're going to be looking to make that $68B back as fast as possible, at any expense to the player.

StarkR3ality1020d ago

The deal hasn't even closed yet you pleb. CoD has been doing stuff like this since the loot boxes in WWII.

Nice try though pal.

TheColbertinator1020d ago

Activision has never needed Microsoft or anybody for that matter to act like greedy bastards

PunksOnN4G1020d ago

why did my 2nd comment about SBMM get downvited LOL?? Do we have people who Enjoy trash SBMM tbh make sense it caters to LOW KD players and u will never get better playing with the same trahs everyday LOL

andy851021d ago

Probably gonna see more of this BS once the deal is fully done..Gotta recoup that 70B.

Jin_Sakai1021d ago (Edited 1021d ago )

Look at Minecraft. The game hasn’t went anywhere since Microsoft bought them. No 4K, no 120fps, no graphics pack, and no Ray Tracing. Just some new biomes, mobs, and more skins as usual.

Same could be said about Rare. Who knows what will happen to Activision once they’re under Microsoft’s roof. We can all take a good guess though.

PunksOnN4G1021d ago

TBH they did update it by accident then they pulled the update down on xsx and xss i remeber the XSX version having ray tracing but the S did not. Then after people seen that it was updated it was removed that same day

peppeaccardo1021d ago

No way !!! Nobody wouild think they would monetize on items that weak asses will use to get advantage during multiplayer action !!! I would never think they would do that ... I mean is a free to play game after all ! /S
Wait once M$ will put their greasy hands all over Activizion and you will see what awaits the "lucky" ones who will play this slot machine of a game. Sooooo Lame !

jznrpg1021d ago

They way it works is you give them money and more money and more money.

anast1020d ago

It's a true phenomenon that people haven't figured this out yet.

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