Modern Warfare 2 gameplay: Best controller settings to dominate the beta access

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 is expected to be more competitive than the previous games of the series solely because of the supposedly lower TTK (Time to Kill) and new movement mechanics. However, experienced players might adjust pretty quickly as they are comfortable with their button layouts and in-game settings.

As players quickly adapt to the new mechanics featured in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, combining the previously tried and tested settings with new experiences in the Open Beta is the most optimal choice. To succeed in competitive FPS games, one must make use of all the customizability settings for controllers available at hand.

Hence, this article lists the best controller settings for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 to ensure that players master their aim and movement skills in competitive multiplayer.

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Best controller settings for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 to master the new game mechanics

Input Controller Settings

• Button Layout Preset – Tactical Flipped
• Flip L1/R1 with L2/R2 – On
• Controller vibration – Off
• Stick layout preset – Default
• Trigger Effect – Off

With the power to eliminate opponents instantly, players can't afford to waste any time. While button layouts are based on player preferences, Tactical Flipped provides a competitive advantage as the R1 trigger can be used more quickly compared to the R2 trigger. Furthermore, being able to slide with the thumbsticks allows better control and fluid movement.

Some veteran players may even be comfortable with the L1 and R1 triggers, thanks to the default configuration back on PS3. However, the controller vibration and trigger effect distract them from efficiently landing shots on enemies. The stick layout is up to preference, but for most of the player base, the default one works best.

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Best Aiming Settings for Controller

• Horizontal stick sensitivity – High 7/ High 8
• Vertical stick sensitivity – High 7/ High 8
• Sensitivity multiplier – Default
• Vertical Aim Axis – Default
• ADS sensitivity multiplier – 0.70 - 0.90
• Left stick minimum input deadzone – 0
• Right stick minimum input deadzone – 0

The safest choice when it comes to sensitivity would be close to a seven or eight. One may feel uncomfortable when it is high, but Modern Warfare 2 follows fast-paced gunplay, and switching targets quickly is an absolute necessity.

However, precision is also important, which can be kept in check with a slightly lower ADS Sensitivity Multiplier.

Other settings like Vertical Aim Axis and Sensitivity Multiplier are better left untouched as they can do more harm than good to the overall gameplay in the Modern Warfare 2 Open Beta.

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Best Gameplay Settings for Controller

• Aim Down Sight Behavior – Hold
• Automatic Sprint – Automatic Tactical Sprint
• Interact/Reload Behavior – Tap to Reload
• Armour Plate Behavior – Apply One
• Equipment Behavior – Hold
• Weapon Mount Activation – ADS + Melee
• Target Aim Assist - On
• Aim Assist Type - Default
• Aim Response Curve Type - Dynamic
• ADS Sensitivity Multiplier -- .90
• ADS Sensitivity Transition Timing -- INSTANT
• Custom Sensitivity Per Zoom -- OFF
• Inputs Deadzone - as per deadzone on the controller
• Sprint/Tactical Sprint Behavior -- Toggle
• Tactical Sprint Behavior -- Double Tap

For the smoothest gameplay experience, players need to stay agile and unpredictable. Time wasted on mechanics like "Hold to Reload" and "Aim Down Sight Behavior on Tap" can be saved by analyzing the game mechanics quickly. The settings listed above will efficiently remove excess time lost on interactions and improve aiming consistency.

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Final Thoughts

As one gets accustomed to the movement and aiming mechanics of Modern Warfare 2, lobbies will get more difficult to dominate. Following this guide will prepare controller players to be one step ahead of their enemies.

Some gamers also use enhanced controllers to gain a competitive advantage over others and this guide will help them push their limits in every game mode as well.