I recently lurked over a reply that mentioned Call of Duty as a re-skin. Now, I’m not an Activision fanboy but I came here to say that IW is most definitely NOT a re-skin. The core mechanics are are consistent with the series and there have been vast improvements to the engine. Movement mechanics have been improved tenfold, graphics have been drastically improved with photogrammetry to the point where the environment is immersive and lifelike. The gameplay is reminiscent of previous versions and very similar to that of MW2, sans death streaks (which would have been the icing on the cake). Basically, in my opinion: The game is badass and I believe community should embrace this type of production. We were all initially turned off by the price tag, but to call the game a re-skin is doing a disservice to a great game which deserves utmost recognition within the community. You don't like it? Fine, but at least get it right and recognize that the franchise is advancing and pushing the genre forward compared to those such as EA/Battlefield who actually ARE providing re-skinned bullshit products. (there... I said it.) Thanks...