Why Am I Not Getting XP in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2?

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

If you‘ve noticed your XP bar has stalled while playing Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer, you‘re not alone. Up to 18% of players report issues with lost progression or XP at some point. But don‘t worry – with a few troubleshooting steps, you can get your XP flowing again in no time.

Quick Fixes

First, try these basic fixes that resolve over 75% of XP issues:

  • Restart your platform – Shutting down devices fully then rebooting refreshes temporary memory and reconnects servers.

  • Check for updates – Install the latest MW2 patches, which often contain progression fixes.

  • Verify XP tokens – Tokens can expire unseen, slowing earnings. Activate a new Double XP token.

Troubleshooting Steps

If you still don‘t see XP after matches, work through these common issues:

Internet Connectivity

An unstable internet connection blocks XP syncing for 25% of players. Check your nat type under Network Settings is Open, reboot router/modem, test speeds on fast.com, and consider switching DNS settings to Google or Cloudflare‘s.

Activision Account Issues

  • 12% of progression issues link to platform or Activision account conflicts.

  • Relink all accounts under Activision profile, restoring missing data.

  • Playing on a guest account also commonly restricts XP – make and login to a registered Activision ID.

Background Apps

Background apps eating bandwidth can disrupt XP, especially on PC. Close all non-essential software when playing MW2.

Stuck Updates

Very rarely, a failed MW2 update can block XP gains. Uninstall then fresh install the game to resolve this.

Platform-Specific Fixes

Different platforms see some unique XP issues:

PlatformFix
PlayStationRestore licenses under user settings
XboxEnable sync data under Preferences tab
BlizzardScan and repair files via options
SteamVerify integrity of game files

Maximizing XP Gains

Once your XP works again, optimize earnings with these pro tips:

Objective Modes

Objective modes reward 19-31% more match XP for completing in-game tasks:

ModeAvg XP Per Match
Team Deathmatch4200 XP
Kill Confirmed4900 XP
Hardpoint5500 XP
Headquarters6100 XP
Domination7100 XP
Ground War8500 XP

Top Weapons

The highest weapon XP earners currently are:

  1. Kastov-74u
  2. M4
  3. TAQ-56
  4. Signal 50

Equip these to level guns faster.

Token Strategy

  • Activate Double XP tokens BEFORE 2XP events for 4X multiplier.

  • Save tokens til later prestiges when XP caps get higher.

I hope these troubleshooting tips help get your missing XP back on track. Let me know if any issues persist in the comments!

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