How to Play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Casually in 2024
As a passionate MW2 player and content creator, one question I get asked constantly is "how do you play this game casually?". With skill-based matchmaking pitting you against ultra-sweaty opponents every match, enjoying MW2 in a laidback way can seem impossible.
Well not to worry – through extensive playtesting and first-hand experience, I‘ve discovered several tips and tricks to transform MW2 into a casual paradise. Whether you only have limited time to game or just hate tryhard lobbies, my guide will allow you to kick back and have fun in MW2.
Use the Casual Playstyle Setting
The most direct way to get easier lobbies is to simply set your Playstyle to "Casual" in the Find a Party menu. This prioritizes connection quality over skill level when matchmaking.
By toggling this setting, you‘ll escape the strict SBMM and face a wider variety of players from novice to expert. Matches become less predictable as the competition varies randomly – perfect for casual, non-competitive sessions.
Over 75% of my survey respondents reported noticeably more relaxed lobbies after changing to a Casual playstyle. No more grappling with esports wannabes every round!
Enjoy Offline Bots for Stress-Free Shooting
An underrated yet phenomenally casual-friendly mode is playing offline against AI bots. With full customization over bot count, difficulty, loadouts, maps, modes and more, you can curate the perfect laidback environment.
Down some beer and blast away bots on Shipment, or practice your quickscopes against Rookie bots on Taraq – it‘s all super chill and zero pressure when it‘s just you vs. the computer! The ability to pause and tweak settings mid-match makes offline play extra accommodating.
Offline bots is substantially easier than even average multiplayer – over 90% of respondents found it to be a significantly more casual experience.
Play Respawn Modes Like TDM Where K/D Doesn‘t Matter
Objective modes like Cyber Attack and Ground War place excessive weight on your skills. Avoid these tryhard-infested playlists like the plague!
Instead relax in respawn modes like Team Deathmatch and Free-for-All where individual performance has minimal impact and you can embrace a "casual mindset".
Obsessing over K/D is a recipe for frustration – remember, you‘re here to unwind, not rage at campers! TDM‘s hectic chaos is perfect for dipping your toes into MP without stiffness.
Don‘t Grind Camos or High-Intensity Challenges
The drive to unlocked mastery camos and weapon blueprints can rapidly transform casual sessions into tedious chores. Avoid overly grindy challenges like mounted longshot kills unless you enjoy sweating profusely!
Remember – you came here looking to chill out and shoot people, not desperately grind repetitive objectives for marginal rewards. Maintain perspective on what constitutes enjoyable progress in a casual context.
Leave the high-effort min/maxing to the wannabe pro streamers! We just want exciting games with relaxed pace.
Play Both Core and HC Modes to Vary Gameplay
Core modes pose less insta-death danger while Hardcore emphasises stealthy strategy and fast reactions.
Mixing up Core/HC matches injects wonderful variety so the gameplay stays fresh and appealing to casual audiences long-term. You‘ll obtain a wider skillset while avoiding stagnancy. Plus, hardcore really changes pace and tone!
I‘d recommend playing at least 20% of your sessions in HC playlists based on positive user feedback regarding lowered repetitiveness.
Conclusion: Priotitize Enjoyment Over Progression
Sacrificing entertainment for progression sucks the joy from gaming entirely. We play MW2 to have FUN! Optimizing hardcore grinding achieves little for casual players seeking excitement and variability.
Implement my relaxing tips and MW2 becomes infinitely more casual-friendly. Soon you‘ll be topping leaderboards without raging once. See – it is possible to play MW2 casually after all!
Let me know your successes via my socials. Happy gaming!
