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MAG vs Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2.. Are you ready for battle?

Today we are going to look at 2 of the most anicipated first person shooter games that came out recently and is receiving massive reviews by gamers across the world. They are MAG by Zipper Interactive and Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 by Infinity Ward. Both games are awesome “real world” WAR games but what are some of the things that draws a line between these 2 fantastic games? You’re about to find out.
First, Lets talk about MAG. MAG, as most people might not know, is a massive online first person shooter that utilizes a unique server architecture. This server architecture can support up to 256 gamers. With that being said, if you’re the type of person who enjoys playing single player campaigns, then this really isn’t the game for you. However, if you like to blow up the heads of your enimies and then taunt them afterwards till they fall off their computer chairs from stress and anxiety, then this game is what you’re looking for.
In MAG, you will team up in groups of 8 called a squad. 4 Squads will make a platoon and 4 platoons will make a company. You are ranked by the your performance within each squad. The better you do, the higher rank you will achieve. Once you become commander, you have the power to direct the battle or participate directly in combat.
Personally, I would say that I am very impressed with the server as it supported 256 players with very very low lag. Although players are allowed to ignore orders anytime they like, serious players who have higher rankings are the ones who truely know the importance of teamwork. You’ll be surprised as to the amount of coordination at higher levels.
In terms of Graphics and Sound, the quality is not the best. Modern Warfare 2 definately wins in this area. However, for a 256 player game, I would say it’s actually far better than what I had originally expected. Gameplay experience is the most important aspect for mulitplayer games like this. This is the exact reason why counter strike is still a popular shooter in net cafes. What makes MAG stand out is the unique mulitplayer experience.
MAG is definately the game for you if you enjoy massive online gaming experience. You can find out more information about MAG here.
Lets compare this with Modern Warfare 2. As you may or may not know, Modern Warfare 2 is one of the most talked about first-person shooters to date. Along with high reviews by professional reviewers. Modern Warfare 2 is a fairly detailed action shooter packed with slick mini missions and a very compelling and engaging storyline. You can check out a more detailed review of this game here. When brought face to face with MAG, the mulitplayer aspect of both games is what draws the line between these 2.
The online multiplayer mode of Modern Warfare 2 includes Free-For-All, Search & Destroy, Demolition, Domination, Team Deathmatch, and Capture The Flag game modes. This is completely different from MAG’s unique leveling system and massive online experience. If you are the type of gamer who enjoys rankings and online reputations, then choose MAG. If you like different varieties of mulitplayer missions all in one package, then choose Modern Warfare 2.
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about 7 months ago
Not having played it yet and only lookin at reviews and stuff, MAG looks like an unrealistic ripoff of COD Modern Warefare 2. Maybe its not the game for me, but i wont know till i play it, and i will. i think playstation needs a good shooter, and hopfully it has enough differences and ons that will intreage me, otherwise ill be sticking with COD. on another note, i like how COD id realistic. the camo is effective the wepon upgrades are just right to keep a balance between players, as far as weaponry. the caracters on MAG look fictional with lame camo.. but i guess i played Halo enough to give MAG a try. SG7 S1au6ht3r
about 7 months ago
lmao! a ripoff? dude…Zipper worked on MAG for over 4 years…even before the first modern warfare. MW is a kids game compared to MAG. They should get rid of perks, then maybe itd stand against MAG
about 6 months ago
MW2 must be the most unrealistic game I have ever played. Cause you know people regenerate. And also bullet penetration does more damage than the bullet hitting the person dead on. a bullet can definitely go through a 5 foot thick pole. The multiplayer is stupid, you can snipe with a SMG and commando can make you fly 10 feet and knife someone. The multiplayer also lags too much and people can boost which is gay. There is also NO TEAMWORK whatsoever.
about 5 months ago
I think MAG is a lot more realistic than COD2, u get all of these insane upgrades onto your guns in COD2, what kind of crap is that? In MAG though, the upgrades make sense, the guns are actually cool if you know which side you are on, I think its Valor, Raven, and something else not sure =P
about 5 months ago
U guys knoq on MAG it sais u get 2 play online with 256 ppl well u got 2 earn it its easy well i Have MAG to get 2 play with 256 ppl online is u got 2 get 2 Rank 10 easy Rank 6 play with 176players but yea the graphics for MAG arent good but u can get used to it oh yea their are 243 weapons in MAG hard to get. So i have 2 go with MAG!!!!!!!
about 5 months ago
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about 5 months ago
2 play MAG online with 256 players u go to earn it its easy all u got 2 do is get 2 Rank 10 and their are 240 weapons on Mag hard to ge so i have to go with Mag!!!!
about 4 months ago
1st of ima sy ther both great games but mag is far greater then cod2 xbox cod2 is the best but overall systems its mag better in all catogarys
about 3 months ago
Awsome article. Bookmarked for future referrence