The popular Reclaimer 18 shotgun has been temporarily vaulted from Call of Duty: Warzone, leaving players wondering about the cause.  The announcement, delivered via official Call of Duty social media channels, provided little detail, stating only that the weapon was disabled until further notice.

Warzone boasts a massive arsenal, incorporating weapons from across the Call of Duty franchise.  While this provides variety,  balancing weapons designed for different games, like Modern Warfare 3 and Black Ops 6, within the Warzone environment presents a continuous challenge for developers.

Call of Duty titles frequently rotate game modes to keep the experience fresh.  These playlists offer a mix of classic and new modes, ensuring variety for players.

The Reclaimer 18, a semi-automatic shotgun inspired by the SPAS-12,  was originally introduced in Modern Warfare 3. Its sudden removal has sparked community discussion and speculation.

The lack of information surrounding the disablement led to immediate speculation. Many players pointed to the "Inside Voices" blueprint, a variant of the Reclaimer 18, as a potential culprit, sharing clips showcasing its seemingly amplified lethality.

While some expressed frustration with the timing, noting the Inside Voices blueprint was part of a paid Tracer Pack, many welcomed the removal of a potentially overpowered weapon. The debate also touched on the JAK Devastators aftermarket parts which allowed for dual-wielding Reclaimer 18s, a controversial feature reminiscent of "akimbo shotgun" builds from previous titles.

Concerns were raised regarding the potential for a "pay-to-win" scenario with the glitched Inside Voices blueprint.  Some players argued that more thorough testing should have been conducted before releasing the Tracer Pack.