The Return of Capture The Flag in Call of Duty League Could Spell the End for Control
The developers of Modern Warfare 3 have hinted that Capture The Flag might make a comeback in a future update. If that happens, it could mean the end of Control in the Call of Duty League.
A Community Request for Capture The Flag in MW3
A player of MW3 posted on Reddit, asking others in the community what they would like to bring back from a previous Call of Duty game. The player specifically mentioned Capture The Flag as their top choice, expressing a desire to play it in MW3 again.
The Possibility of Capture The Flag in a Future Update
Sledgehammer Games, the developer of MW3, responded to the Reddit post with an eyes emoji, suggesting that the game mode might be added in a future update. With Season Two Reloaded already live since March 6, players may have to wait a few weeks for the developers to introduce Capture The Flag.
Capture The Flag in Call of Duty History
Capture The Flag was reintroduced in Modern Warfare 2 after a six-year absence. Black Ops Cold War briefly featured the mode in 2021, but only for a short period. The last game in the Call of Duty League to include Capture The Flag as one of its game modes was CoD Black Ops 2 in 2012. Since then, the third game mode has switched from Domination to Control.
The Frustrations with Control in the CDL
Control has been a source of frustration for fans of the Call of Duty League. During the season of Modern Warfare 2, Al Bagra Fortress Control was widely criticized for its spawn trap, which made it extremely difficult for the attacking team to win a round. While opinions have improved this season, doubts remain about the mode.
The Possible Replacement of Control with Capture The Flag
If Capture The Flag is added in the Season Three update, there is a chance it could replace Control. However, this would be an unprecedented move for the pro league, and there is no guarantee it will happen based on previous history.
The Challenges of Adding New Game Modes
Adding a new game mode, like Capture The Flag, would be a challenge for the Call of Duty League. CDL pros have expressed their desire for Season Two maps to be added to the rotation, but league rules state that new maps cannot be added until after a major tournament. This suggests that adding an entirely new game mode is even less likely.
Overall, the potential return of Capture The Flag in Call of Duty League brings excitement and speculation. Fans will have to wait and see if this classic game mode makes its comeback in MW3.