MW2 lets players showcase their favorite Operator in the game’s lobby but some players are reporting issues with the system not working.
Personalization has long been a major part of Call of Duty, with players being able to change their Emblems, Calling Cards, and Operators throughout the franchise for some time now.
It’s a nice way to show off your unlocks in-game, letting other players know just how much you’ve achieved. At least, when it works.
What Is a Showcase Operator in MW2?
A Showcase Operator is the character that you want to appear beside your name in the Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer lobbies. They will also be who you actually play as in multiplayer games, provided that you’re on the appropriate team.
How to Equip Showcase Operator in Modern Warfare 2
- From the MW2 lobby, press the Options/Menu button on controller and use R1/RB to tab across to Profile (or just click on the Profile icon on PC).
- Select Edit Showcase.
- Press Showcase Operator.
- Choose an Operator you’d like to equip.
- Select them with X/A/Left Click.
Your chosen Operator should now be showcased and will be your default character in your multiplayer lobbies.
See someone you want but don’t have unlocked just yet? Here’s how to unlock all Operators in MW2!
Can’t Change Showcase Operator / Calling Card Not Working Bug
A bug is making the rounds in MW2 right now that doesn’t allow players to see their showcase Operator, instead reverting to Fender. The bug also prevents players from changing their Calling Cards and Emblems.
There is no easy fix for the bug, with some players indicating that even reinstalling the game hasn’t helped.
We’ll have to wait on Infinity Ward to come out with an official fix in the coming days. We imagine it’ll be high up the list of priorities, as the bug is preventing players from using their expensive Vault Edition skins.
That’s not all that’s bugged with MW2 right now either. Some players are even finding themselves locked out of creating custom loadouts in Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer.
But it’s not all bad news where bugs are concerned. A new exploit is letting players level up their MW2 guns to max in less than an hour – take advantage while you can!
