Hmm. I don't own MW2 for the PC so not really what the interface and all that looks like, but do have a lot of experience playing multiplayer FPS on the PC. The problem you describe sounds like you're on a custom server that requires the Forge Patch to play on it. But usually on FPS games, you choose a server to play on, and you see a lobby with games in it. I'm thinking maybe the server you're trying to play on, or maybe just individual games in the lobby, require the Forge Patch to be played on. Wish I could help more. Maybe download the Forge Patch and give it a try. Honestly I thought the Forge Patch was just an Xbox 360 thing, didn't realize they had it for the PC too.
Hey guys, I've finally decided to take C.O.D online and wondering if you guys can give me some tips...have all C.O.D's but playing MW1 (although maps dont change a lot it does seem more playable than MW2) at the mo but am getting my *** handed to me on a pretty regular basis. I'm pretty new to FPS although have played all C.O.D campaigns but only over the last 18 months or so. I'm averaging 2/3 kills 5 assists and 10 deaths on team deathmatch - I know, I know it's pretty poor but any tips on what weapons I should use, perks etc would be really appreciated. I'm up to level 12 after a few hours play. Cheers in advance guys.
Use a grenade launcher attachment, when you use a primary weapon, aim down the sights (don't shoot from the hip).
you will get better as you get more practice and experience. not to mention you will unloock more perks and attachments as you progress, that will make it easier on you.
Try to find times to play when all the twelve year olds are still in school or in bed. That should help you some. I'm not that great but I found that the competition generally seems easier during nonpeak hours.
when I stopped playing the UPM45, RPD, and M16 or FAMAS were the most used guns. Also you are going to get beat up until you unlock some new perks like cold blooded. This game doesn't treat new players that well, if you need to and are getting killed by choppers and harriers too much, swich to the default class that has cold blooded so you can avoid them.
When you get to level 36 or w/e, use the FAL with holographic and silencer and stopping power. 2 shot kill from any distance. Haven't played MW2 for months but that's what I used.
thanks for trying to help... actually i've never chosen on MW2, i get matched up into games automatically, thru Steam. i am able to play it now, but some of the menu screen graphics are compromised.
the ones with the same name are exactly the same IIRC. MW1, though, has some perks that were removed or toned down for MW2. Juggarnaut was removed and put as a death streak for example.