Red Dot Sight

The Red Dot Sight appears as an attachment in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3: Defiance, Call of Duty Online, Call of Duty: Ghosts, Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered, Call of Duty: Mobile, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019).
==Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare & Modern Warfare Remastered==
===Campaign===
In the campaign, Red Dot Sights seen are on the M4A1 SOPMOD and the P90-SD. Additionally, there is also a tube-like Reflex Sight exclusive to campaign, unique to the standard M4A1 and the G36C.
===Multiplayer===
The Red Dot Sight is available for all weapons except Sniper Rifles, Pistols, and the MP44 assault rifle. When selected as a weapon attachment, the Red Dot Sight replaces the weapon's iron sights. The Red Dot Sight is obtained by completing the first marksman challenge of any Assault Rifle, Submachine Gun, Light Machine Gun, or Shotgun. The Red Dot Sight is popular because it allows full peripheral vision and is clearer and easier to use than iron sights and other optics. However, the Red Dot Sight does not actually increase the weapon's ADS accuracy, which is always actually infinite.
====AK-47 changes====
The Red Dot Sight has an adverse effect on the AK-47 whereby it reduces the minimum damage from 30 to 20, meaning that with the Red Dot Sight equipped, the AK-47 will require one more bullet to kill at longer ranges. This effect also happens if the Silencer is equipped.
=== Old School Mode ===
The Red Dot Sight appears in Old School Mode as an attachment on weapons found in sprites.
* Ambush - Found on the W1200 on the south-eastern street in front of the two storey house at the United States Marine Corps spawn side of the main street.
* Backlot
** Found on the AK-47 at the intersection near the garages and the parking lot at the south-western part of the map, near Sleight of Hand.
** Found on the W1200 in front of the destroyed building to the north of the map, near Double Tap.
* Bloc
** Found on the G3 directly north of the courtyard statue.
** Found on the M14 directly south of the courtyard statue.
* Broadcast
** Found on the G36C on the ground floor of the curved lobby area, near the Desert Eagle.
** Found on the RPD in the middle of the office area.
* Chinatown - Found on the M4A1 northernmost road in between the discount imports stores, near the mounted M249 SAW.
* Countdown - Found on the M60E4 inside the south-eastern hangar.
* Crash/Winter Crash
** Found on the M1014 underneath the canopy building south of the crashed helicopter, next to Stopping Power.
** Found on the M4A1 outside the north-easternmost building, next to some concrete barriers.
** Found on the M14 at the small grassy hill next to some concrete barriers to the south-eastern corner of the map
* Creek
** Found on the G36C inside the unfinished gazebo east of the two-storey northern house with the damaged roof.
** Found on the W1200 in the eastern atrium of the cavern near the ditch.
** Found on the M4A1 on the top of the hill next to the outhouse and the ditch in the center of the map, surrounded by sandbags.
* Crossfire
** Found on the AK-74u to the west of the two-storey destroyed building, near the stairs, at the south-eastern corner of the map.
** Found on the M1014 inside the corner building on the south-eastern inside corner of the main road.
* District
** Found on the W1200 on the eastern terrace of the market, near Stopping Power.
** Found on the MP5 at the northern tip of the map, west of the gas station.
* Downpour/Daybreak - Found on the M60E4 behind the greenhouse at the easternmost part of the map.
* Killhouse - Found on the P90 to the west of the center tower.
* Overgrown - Found on the G36C on the eastern bridge.
* Pipeline
** Found on the M1014 inside the southern warehouse on the ground floor.
** Found on the M4A1 in between the towers at the western edge of the map.
* Shipment - Found on the MP5 at the north-west corner of the map, near the dumpsters.
* Showdown
** Found on the M60E4 in the eastern tunnel.
** Found on the Mini-Uzi at the south-eastern corner of the map.
** Found on the W1200 at the north-western corner of the map.
* Vacant - Found on the M1014 in the room to the east of the center of the map, by the parking lot, near the RPD.
MP5 Red Dot Sight CoD4.png|The Red Dot Sight mounted onto an MP5.
M4rds.jpg|Aiming down the Red Dot Sight.
==Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2==
The Red Dot Sight has some changes. The new model is square, smaller, less obtrusive, and allows for a better peripheral view. For the most part, it is similar to the Red Dot Sight in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Some weapons now have their own unique Red Dot Sights; the TAR-21 uses the MARS Sight and the F2000 also uses its own unique Red Dot Sight. All Red Dot Sights, except for the F2000's, are disabled when an EMP is deployed. Getting 60 kills while aiming down the Red Dot Sight unlocks the Holographic Sight for primary weapons.
The key difference between the Holographic Sight and the Red Dot Sight is that the red dot is smaller which allows for better accuracy at range whereas the Holographic sits higher on the weapon and reduces the effects of the muzzle flash when a player is aiming down their sights. Some people find it easier to see their target and quickly find the reticle due to the translucent "cut-out" crosshair which is a small circle with a larger circle around it. Others find that the larger sight actually obscures the target making it hard to aim precisely and acquire targets at range. The larger circle is much closer to the smaller circle, which is why the larger one obscures the target so much. It has a thicker frame than the Red Dot Sight, again reducing visibility. The preference between this sight and Red Dot Sight depends on whether the player needs long range pinpoint accuracy and has time for the sway to settle or whether the player will be firing on the move. It is also important to note that on the sunny maps (such as Afghan), the Holographic Sight will sometimes appear to glare, making far shots difficult, especially against snipers who are difficult to see.
Two glitches to be aware of with the Red Dot Sight are on the FAL and the M93 Raffica. The FAL and M93 Raffica's Red Dot Sights do not show the true point of impact, as bullets will hit diagonally downwards to the right of the dot. If one wanted the Holographic Sight for the FAL, they will unfortunately have to use this sight, as the FAL has long-range capabilities that are hampered by this. The M93 Raffica does not require usage of the Red Dot Sight to unlock the Holographic Sight.
The Red Dot Sight proves to be one of the most popular attachments for the MG4, as it is the first replacement for the misaligned iron sights.
Due to the height of the Holographic Sight and its positioning, many will choose the type of sight depending on the sight on the gun. For example, for the UMP45, where the sight is lower down (see image) many will choose a Holographic Sight over a Red Dot Sight, as the Holographic Sight does not block as much of the screen as it normally would. However, on weapons such as the AK-47 where the sight sits on top, many players will choose the Red Dot Sight instead, as the Holographic Sight will take up more space and obstruct the player's peripheral view. As well, the Holographic Sight is infinitely better on weapons where it has a beneficial side effect on (the lowered recoil of the M16A4 and the higher minimum damage of the FAL), as the Red Dot Sight does not give the same advantage (also to note that the latter has a misaligned sight).
===TAR-21 Variant===
The MARS Sight, also referred to as the "TAR-21 Red Dot Sight", has a different appearance as it looks somewhat similar to a Holographic Sight, but otherwise works similarly as a regular Red Dot Sight. The MARS Sight is the only Red Dot Sight for the TAR-21 found in multiplayer, whereas in the campaign and in Special Ops the TAR-21s are found with both the MARS Sight and the standard Red Dot Sight.
===F2000 Variant===
The Telescopic Sight, referred to as the "F2000 Scope" or the "F2000 Red Dot Sight", is the replacement for the standard RDS on the F2000. It is similar in appearance to the Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare campaign's M4A1 (not including the M4A1 SOPMOD) and G36C tube-like Reflex Sight, though the F2000's is thicker and longer. The sight has a bit of a tint on the lens, which can hinder target acquisition. However, its main benefit is that it is immune to an EMP, and resistant against brightness, which allows for easier acquisition of targets in bright open areas. However, darker areas will be more challenging to acquire targets.
===Gallery===
M4A1 Red Dot Sight MW2.png|The default Red Dot Sight on the M4A1.
SCAR-H Red Dot Sight ADS MW2.png|Aiming down the default Red Dot Sight in Modern Warfare 2.
F2000 RDS MW2.png|F2000 with its unique Red Dot Sight.
F2000 Red Dot MW2.png|Aiming down the F2000's Scope.
TAR-21 MARS MW2.png|The TAR-21's unique RDS.
TAR-21 MARS ADS MW2.png|Aiming down the TAR-21.
==Call of Duty: Black Ops==
The Red Dot Sight returns in Call of Duty: Black Ops, seen mounted on the Commando in the multiplayer teaser trailer. Unlike the Red Dot Sight seen in previous installments, this one has a different design, being rounder and more flush with the weapon. The player can customize the color and shape of the reticle along with the lens color. There are seven reticle colors and six lens colors. There are also many different reticles to choose from.
The AK-47, AK-74u and RPK use a special Russian Kobra Red Dot Sight which has a square frame (similarly to Modern Warfare 2's default Red Dot Sight). The Kobra has a larger lens and narrower frame than the regular variant, which allows for a slightly better sight picture compared to both the standard Red Dot Sight and the Reflex Sight. 
===Customization===
Each custom shape costs . Including the default dot, there are 40 different shapes. The color of the reticle can also be changed for , with the possible lens colors being green, blue, purple, teal, yellow, red and orange. On the Nintendo Wii version, the Red Dot Sight and Reflex Sight cannot be customized.
===Gallery===
M16 Red Dot Sight BO.png|The rounded Red Dot Sight mounted on an M16
AK-47 Red Dot Sight BO.png|The squared Red Dot Sight mounted on an AK47
Smileydotsight.png|Aiming down the rounded model with a red smiley crosshair
ADS AK74fu2 BO.jpg|Aiming down the squared model with a green crosshair on an AK74u
Custom Red Dot Sight Black Ops.jpg|A Dot Sight with a Blue Cross-hair instead of a Red Dot (A feature in Create-A-Class 2.0)
Blue Sight.png|Blue cross sight
Yellow.png|Yellow Circle with Dot
ELITE Red Dot Sight.png|The Red Dot Sight seen from Call of Duty ELITE
====Reticles====
Circle within a Circle RDS BO.jpg|Circle Within a Circle reticle.
Burst RDS BO.jpg|Burst reticle.
Bones RDS BO.jpg|Bones reticle.
Arrows With Dot RDS BO.jpg|Arrows with Dot reticle.
Arrows Vertical RDS BO.jpg|Arrows Vertical reticle.
Arrows RDS BO.jpg|Arrows horizontal reticle.
Smiley Face RDS BO.jpg|Smiley Face reticle.
Hollow Cirlce RDS BO.jpg|Hollow circle reticle.
Semi-Circle RDS BO.jpg|Semi-Circles reticle.
==Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3==
The Red Dot Sight returns in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. It was first seen mounted on a silenced MP5 in the E3 reveal for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. It looks identical to the Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare variant. It was also spotted on an enemy AK-74u during the E3 reveal, and on an AK-47 in the mission "Black Tuesday".
===Multiplayer===
Assault rifles, submachine guns, and light machine guns unlock the Red Dot Sight at Weapon Level 2. Shotguns unlock it at Weapon Level 12, and Machine Pistols unlock it at Weapon Level 7. The Red Dot Sight will give a 1.35x zoom when aiming through it. Reticule variants can be unlocked by leveling up the weapon. Compared to the Holographic Sight, it is up to personal preference what the player likes to use better.
===Survival Mode===
The Red Dot Sight is available as weapon upgrade in Survival Mode at level 7 and costs $750. It can be purchased from the Weapon Armory. It is cheaper than the Holographic Sight while serving the same purpose.
===Gallery===
MK14 Red Dot Sight MW3.png|The MK14 with a red dot sight.
RDS aiming MW3.png|Aiming down the Red Dot Sight.
===Behind the Scenes===
During the Survival trailer, it appeared that there were two types of Red Dot Sights; one similar to the Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare version and one similar to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 version. In the final game, however, only the Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare variant appears. In the Special Ops mission "Kill Switch" however, it is possible to find an 
AK-47 with a Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Red Dot Sight with Digital camouflage.
MP5MW3.png|The MP5 Silenced from Hunter Killer with a MW2 style red dot sight.
Survival Mode Screenshot 41.png|The ACR 6.8 with a MW2 style RDS.
==Call of Duty: Black Ops: Declassified==
The Red Dot Sight appears in Call of Duty: Black Ops: Declassified.
===Gallery===
Range MP5K BOD.png|An MP5K with the Red Dot Sight.
Intel Galil BOD.png|The Red Dot Sight on a Galil.
==Call of Duty Online==
The Red Dot Sight appears in Call of Duty Online.
===Gallery===
Thompson RDS CoDO.png|The Red Dot Sight on a Thompson in first person.
Thompson RDS ADS CoDO.png|Aiming down the Red Dot Sight.
44 Magnum Red Dot Sight CoDO.jpg|The Red Dot Sight on a .44 Magnum.
AK117 Red Dot Sight ADS CODO.png|Old version of the the Red Dot Sight on the AK117.
==Call of Duty: Ghosts==
The Red Dot Sight reappears in Call of Duty: Ghosts. The Red Dot Sight looks identical to the Red Dot Sight in Modern Warfare 3 & Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare except the corners of the sight are slightly curved. In Multiplayer, it costs 3 Squad Points to purchase and equip onto a weapon. There are challenges players can complete in order to earn reticle variants. 
==Extinction==
In Extinction, the Red Dot Sight can be found in Search Piles on all maps. It can also be attached to a weapon the player receives from a Weapon Locker. 
The Red Dot Sight is among the most commonly used optical sight attachments due to its low zoom level and clean appearance. Almost all primary weapons in Extinction can equip the Red Dot Sight as well, with only the Sniper Rifles, Launchers, Pistols, the Ripper, and the Chain SAW being unable to equip the Red Dot Sight. As such, purchasing any of the aforementioned weapons can reliably remove a Red Dot Sight.
===Gallery===
Honey Badger Red Dot Sight CoDG.png|The Honey Badger with a Red Dot Sight
Honey Badger Red Dot ADS CoDG.png|Aiming down the Red Dot Sight
Honey Badger Hydra Reticle CoDG.png|Aiming down the custom reticle from the Hydra Pack
==Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare==
The Red Dot Sight returns in Advanced Warfare with a drastically different appearance; the new model has an open-sight picture with a holographic red dot. The border of the sight changes color depending on who it is aimed at: red for enemies and blue for allies. The attachment is integrated to several supply drop weapon variants.
===Gallery===
AK12 Red Dot Sight AW.png|The AK12 with a Red Dot Sight.
Red Dot Sight ADS AW.png|Aiming down the sight.
==Call of Duty: Mobile==
The Red Dot Sight returns in Call of Duty: Mobile with a different design. The name is changed to Classic Red Dot Sight since the Gunsmith update.
It is compatible with most ranged weapons that can accept attachments, with the exception being the Sniper Rifles and Marksman Rifles, although it is possible for the latter to equip the optic in Battle Royale, so long as the weapons are not custom ones.
==Trivia==
===Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized===
*All Red Dot Sights in Modern Warfare: Mobilized are misaligned, the true hit point being slightly higher than the dot itself.
===Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2===
*The zoom of the Red Dot Sight (and other optics) varies by weapon in single player, but is the same for all weapons in multiplayer.
*The SCAR-H has a unique beige Red Dot Sight.
*The Red Dot Sight is based off of a Docter brand red dot, enlarged to fit on bigger guns.
=== Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 ===
* The selector for the reticle is set to the dot inside a circle setting, but the reticle still remains the standard red dot.
===Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered===
*There are models for the Red Dot Sight sight being present on pistols, accessible via modding.
=== Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II ===
* The Cronen Mini Pro sight resembles the Modern Warfare 2 incarnation of the Red Dot Sight - albeit with a blue dot instead.
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