Call of DutyZombieshas had many interesting perks over the year. There are timeless classics like Juggernog and Quick Revive that players purchase every match, Perk-a-Colas that have improved drastically like Double Tap and Deadshot Daiquiri, and cult classics like Vulture Aid Elixir. PhD Flopper is one of the most interesting perks of all, and not only because of its abilities. Fortunately,Call of DutyZombies fans could be using it again soon.
Though theCall of DutyZombies fan base adores PhD Flopper, players did not have all that long to fall in love with the beverage. This is because it only appeared in its traditional form in a handful of maps, never being seen again afterCall of Duty: Black Ops 2. However, its impact in the first twoBlack Opsgames was significant, so much so that fans have consistently asked for it to come back in its original form. Withthe nextCoDZombies mode, players may not have to use a substitute like PhD Slider, as dolphin dives are finally returning toCall of Dutywith the newModern Warfare 2.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s Dolphin Dives
ThoughCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2will not feature Zombies, it does lay the groundwork for PhD Flopper’s return due to its new movement system. For the first time in the history of the franchise, players are no longer stuck with either diving or sliding, as both can be done in the same game. By tapping or holding the crouch button after a sprint, players will either slide or dive forward.
Leaks about Treyarch’s nextCall of Dutygamehave indicated that it will be adopting many of the systems featured inCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, as well as its updated engine, with the goal to make eachCall of Dutygame feel similar in terms of the core mechanics and visual fidelity. Assuming this leak is accurate, and that plans do not change, movement mechanics are something that could be normalized across theCall of Dutyseries. As such, the nextBlack Opsgame may have ledge hangs, slides, and dolphin diving - opening the door for PhD Flopper’s return.
The Next Call of Duty Zombies Mode Could Bring Back PhD Flopper in All Its Glory
WhileCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold War’s PhD Sliderserved as a decent stand-in for the original PhD Flopper, and was an improvement overCall of Duty: Black Ops 4’s version, it was hard not to feel like something was missing. Though the explosive damage resistance helped make more weapons and play styles viable, sliding into a train of the undead was simply not as entertaining as diving into a large group of them.
Fortunately,dolphin diving being featured inCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2could be a turning point for the series, with all games going forward offering the capability to both slide and dive. If this is the case, dives could be a mechanic in Zombies once again, which means the original version of PhD Flopper could return. Instead of small explosions when sliding into foes or falling, gamers could see a massive nuke go off when they dive onto the ground from a certain height.
As nostalgic as PhD Flopper is for longtimeCall of DutyZombies fans, as its appearances inBlack Ops 1andBlack Ops 2were unforgettable, it made sense for it to skipBlack Ops 3and be reimagined as PhD Slider inBlack Ops 4andBlack Ops Cold War. Creating and adding a dive mechanic for games that did not have it from the start would have been a waste of time and resources. Fortunately,Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2has brought diving back to the franchise, which means they could be due for a return in Zombies as well. Though it will be a long time beforeCall of DutyZombiesfans learn whether the original version of PhD Flopper will be returning,Modern Warfare 2’s use of dolphin diving is a good reason to be optimistic.
