Unused Strings

This is a sub-page of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3).

CD Keys#

Previous iterations of the Call of Duty series used to require a valid CD key to play multiplayer in order to deter piracy. This functionality goes unused because the Windows release of the game is only available through Steam.

Codename	String
EXE_CDKEYVALID	Key code appears to be valid.
EXE_CDKEYINVALID	Key code does not appear to be valid.
EXE_SERVERDIDNTHAVECD	Server didn't have CD
EXE_AWAITINGCDKEYAUTH	Awaiting key code authorization
EXE_ERR_INVALID_CD_KEY	Key Code is not valid.\nPlease enter your Key Code in the Multiplayer Options/Enter Key Code menu and then try connecting to the server again.
EXE_ERR_CDKEY_IN_USE	Key Code in use. Please try reconnecting later.
EXE_ERR_BAD_CDKEY	Bad Key Code.
MENU_CDKEY	CD KEY
MENU_KEY	Key:
MENU_ENTER CD-KEY	Enter CD-Key

Dedicated Server Support#

Previous iterations of the series used dedicated servers for its multiplayer. However, Infinity Ward made the decision during development to switch to IWNet (a peer-to-peer system) for its multiplayer. As a result, these strings go unused.

Codename	String
EXE_FAVORITELISTFULL	Favorite list is full.
EXE_FAVORITEADDED	Added favorite server.
EXE_FAVORITES<	Favorites
EXE_FAVORITEINLIST	This server is already a favorite server.
EXE_FAVORITENAMEEMPTY	Server name is empty.
EXE_FAVORITEADDRESSEMPTY	Server address is empty.
MENU_NEW_FAVORITE	New Favorite
MENU_ADD_TO_FAVORITES	Add To Favorites
MENU_DEL_FAVORITE	Del. Favorite
MENU_DEL_SEL_FAVORITE	Delete selected favorite from list?
MENU_ADD_SELECTED_SERVER_TO_FAVORITES	Add selected server to favorites?

Beta Leftover#

This needs some investigation.
Discuss ideas and findings on the talk page.
Specifically: Is there any copy of this supposed beta? If not, is there any information about it?

Codename	Text
MP_BETACLOSED	"The Beta for Modern Warfare 2 has now ended."

Unused Perks#

A bunch of unused perks can be found in the game's files. While some were cut due to balancing, others were made into deathstreaks.

Name	Code Name	Description
"Flash Grenade x 3"	PERKS_FLASHGRENADE	"Blinds and deafens targets."
"EMP Grenades x3"	PERKS_3X_WEAPON_EMP_GRENADE	"Utilize the grenades of KIA."
"Mozambique"	PERKS_BURSTFIRE	"3 round burst mode."
"Siege"	PERKS_SIEGE	"Immobile but greater accuracy"
"Free Fall"	PERKS_FREEFALL	"No falling damage."
"Feign Death"	PERKS_FEIGNDEATH	"Fake your own Death"
"Shellshock"	PERKS_SHELLSHOCK	"A riot shield on your back."
"Freerunner"	PERKS_FASTMANTLE	"Climb obstacles faster."
"Explosive Bullets"	PERKS_EXPLOSIVEBULLETS	"Bullets explode on impact"
"Thermal Vision"	PERKS_THERMAL	"Enemies glow white hot."
"Dive"	PERKS_JUMPDIVE	"Jump to dodge bullets."
"Blackbox"	PERKS_BLACKBOX	"Longer killstreak duration."
"Steel Nerves"	PERKS_STEELNERVES	"Improves marksmanship."
"Amplify"	PERKS_AMPLIFY	"Enhanced hearing of enemy footsteps."
"Saboteur"	PERKS_SABOTEUR	"Quickly complete objectives."
"Heart-Breaker"	PERKS_HEARTBREAKER	"Invisible to heartbeat sensors."
"Challenger"	PERKS_CHALLENGER	"Easy death but extra experience."
"Rearview"	PERKS_REARVIEW	"Minimap is replaced with rear view."
"Improved Iron Lungs"	PERKS_IMPROVEDEXTRABREATH	"Even longer breath for steadier sniper shots."
"Primary Stand"	PERKS_LAST_STAND_PRIMARY	"Use any weapon in Last Stand."
"Spy Game"	PERKS_SPYGAME	"No red crosshair or name when targeted."
"C4Death"	PERKS_C4DEATH	"Pull out C4 before death."
"Offhand"	PERKS_LAST_STAND_OFFHAND	"Use equipment in last stand."

Multiplayer Mail System#

It appears that during its early stages of development, the game used an in-game mailing system. The following localized strings are what remain in the game's files. A similar idea was used with the daily and weekly orders in Call of Duty: WW2, where the player can complete challenges (such as getting a number of kills on a set playlist), in return for a supply drop or bonus XP.

Code Name	Description
MPUI_MAIL_CONTACT_DMITRI	"Dmitri Volkov"
MPUI_MAIL_CONTACT_STRICKLAND	"Col. Strickland"
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_TOO	"Target of oppurtunity eliminated!"
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_WEAPON_TOO	"You've eliminated a known target that we'd been looking for for some time. We'll be sending you something useful as payment."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_WEAPON_ARRIVED	"Enjoy your new hardware!"
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_WEAPON_ARRIVED	"We hope this bad boy helps you out in the fight against the enemy. Give 'em hell for us."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_PERK_ARRIVED	"New field manual declassified."
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_PERK_ARRIVED	"You've received clearence for the field opperations manual. Use what you've learned wisely."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_INCOMING_ATTACHMENT	"Something new is on the way."
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_INCOMING_ATTACHMENT	"I've sent you a little something for your troubles; it should be arriving shortly. Enjoy."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_ATTACHMENT_ARRIVED	"Hope you get some use out of this"
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_ATTACHMENT_ARRIVED	"Here's a handy attachment for your weapon. P.S. I miss you so bad it hurts."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_CAMO_ARRIVED	"Enjoy your new camo!"
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_CAMO_ARRIVED	"Here's a little something to spice up the look of your weapon."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_INCOMING_SUPPORT	"You've earned it."
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_INCOMING_SUPPORT	"I'm working on authorization to get you some new air support. Stay tuned."
MPUI_MAIL_SUBJECT_SUPPORT_ARRIVED	"Your authorization came through."
MPUI_MAIL_BODY_SUPPORT_ARRIVED	"I got the authorization for some new air support. Get out there and win one for us!"
MPUI_LOTTERY_TICKET_NORMAL	"Lottery Ticket"
MPUI_LOTTERY_TICKET_SUPER	"Super Lottery Ticket"
MPUI_LOTTERY_TICKET_MEGA	"MEGA LOTTERY TICKET!"

It appears that along with this mailing system, it would be possible to earn one of three lottery tickets, being either a regular ticket, a super ticket, or a mega ticket.

PMC#

Codename	String
DEBUG_ENEMY_COUNT	Enemies Alive: &&1
DEBUG_VEHICLE_COUNT	Vehicles Alive: &&1
DEBUG_SPAWNER_COUNT	Enemy Spawners: &&1
SELECT_DENSITY	Select enemy density
DIFFICULTY_LIGHT	Light
DIFFICULTY_MODERATE	Moderate
DIFFICULTY_HEAVY	Heavy
DIFFICULTY_MAXIMUM	Maximum
DIFFICULTY_LIGHT_DESC	Enemy density will be light.
DIFFICULTY_MODERATE_DESC	Enemy density will be moderate. Proceed carefully.
DIFFICULTY_HEAVY_DESC	Enemy density will be heavy. Many enemies occupy the level. You may not survive.
DIFFICULTY_MAXIMUM_DESC	Enemy density is extremely high. Only the elite can accomplish this mission.
CHARACTER_ASSAULT	Assault
CHARACTER_SNIPER	Sniper
CHARACTER_DEMOLITION	Demolition
START_ATTACK_USE_HINT	Press and hold &&1 on the laptop to skip set up time.
HQ_DAMAGE	HQ_DAMAGE
CHARACTER_GRENADIER	Assault
CHARACTER_GHOST	Ghost
CHARACTER_GUNNER	Heavy-Gunner
PMC_CONTRACT_CUSTOM	Create-A-Contract
PMC_CONTRACT_CUSTOM_NAME	Create-A-Contract
PMC_CONTRACT_CUSTOM_DESC	Create your own PMC contract. You choose the map, mode, and settings to play.
PMC_CONTRACT_1_NAME	$500 Elimination Contract
PMC_CONTRACT_1_DESC	Sweep and clear mission. Find and kill 25 enemies. Beware of enemy sentry guns and helicopters.
PMC_CONTRACT_1_PRIZE	$100 per enemy $500 bonus on mission completion
PMC_CONTRACT_1_THREAT	^2Green Threat Level
PMC_CONTRACT_1_UNLOCK	This contract is unlocked by default
PMC_CONTRACT_2_NAME	$2000 Recon Mission
PMC_CONTRACT_2_DESC	Timed mission. Infiltrate the enemy position and capture a laptop containing intel, then extract.
PMC_CONTRACT_2_PRIZE	$100 per enemy $2000 bonus on mission completion
PMC_CONTRACT_2_THREAT	^1Red Threat Level
PMC_CONTRACT_2_UNLOCK	This contract is unlocked by default
PMC_CONTRACT_3_NAME	$1500 'Hold Out' Contract
PMC_CONTRACT_3_DESC	Hold off an enemy counter attack until reinforcements arrive. Set up sentry guns and use weapon caches to prepare your defence.
PMC_CONTRACT_3_PRIZE	$25 per enemy $1500 bonus on mission completion
PMC_CONTRACT_3_THREAT	^3Yellow Threat Level
PMC_CONTRACT_3_UNLOCK	This contract is unlocked by default