I’ve grown quite ashamed of some publishers/game developers nowadays when it comes to downloadable content. It’s understandable that when a game comes out, new content comes out to further expand the interest for the game. However, a lot of companies are taking this into their heads now and ripping off a lot of gamers around the world.

The most recent is the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 “Stimulus Package” that came out. This thing includes 5 maps, 3 of which are new and 2 of which are remakes of older maps.

As a big fan of MW2 I do not mind that the developers create new and exciting maps or rebuild old favorites. However, when it costs 1,200 MS points ($15) dollars. That’s when I draw the line. The game itself costs $50-60 bucks brand new. If you don’t think this is a big ripoff, then you’re either in denial or a big fanboy/girl.

I for one respect developers for what they do and the hard work they put into games, but I sure as hell won’t pay $15 bucks for something that should be a lot cheaper or possibly even free. If this is how Activision / Infinity Ward plans to pay back it’s gamers for making it one of the highest selling games of all time, then I don’t plan to support them in the future.

If gamers don’t start standing up against stupid PR stunts like this, they will continue to overcharge people. Boycott this DLC!