Wireless Mouse

Learn about the pros and cons of using a wireless mouse in Call of Duty, including cost and battery life considerations. Get tips for your multiplayer experience.

Hey there! So, you're thinking about ditching the wires for a wireless mouse in Call of Duty? Smart move! People say they're awesome because you're not tied down by your mousepad anymore, and no more tangled cords to deal with. The only real catch is that you'll need to keep an eye on the battery – either recharge it or swap them out every so often. Honestly, an optical mouse is pretty much just as good if wireless isn't your thing.

Projected Cost: $30

This section is part of a larger Call of Duty Multiplayer Guide written by Brendon DeMeo. It's designed to help out new players (or 'noobs' as they say) get a handle on the game's many levels and weapons.

The guide promises to cover strategies for each weapon and level, plus a section with general hints and how-tos, like defusing bombs.

Legal Stuff: Just a heads-up, the author, Brendon DeMeo, asks that you don't repost this guide without permission. He's cool with it being shared on other sites as long as it's kept clean, and he's specifically allowing Don Fleming to include it in his FAQ. If you have questions, shoot him an email at Marlfox4BJD@msn.com, but please be polite and don't swear!

Getting Started in Multiplayer:

First things first when you jump into multiplayer: change your name! Head over to multiplayer options and type in whatever you like. Just be warned, a lot of servers won't allow offensive names or swears. You can even make your name colorful by typing a caret symbol (^) followed by a number (like ^1 for red or ^4 for blue). Once your name is set, it's time to join a game! Click 'Join Game' and refresh the list. Avoid servers with a lock icon – those are password-protected. Some servers might kick you if your connection (ping) is too high, so if that happens, just find another one. Even with a decent connection, some servers can be tough to get into. When you finally join a game, pick your team and weapon, and get ready to play. Sometimes, especially in Search and Destroy (SD) or Retrieval (RE) matches, you might have to wait for the next round to start.

Weapons:

While the official Call of Duty manual and the in-game weapon selection screen have all the stats, this guide focuses on strategy. You won't find exact bullet counts per clip or detailed weapon stats here, but rather how to use them effectively.