Derail



Derail is a large multiplayer map featured in Modern Warfare 2.

This map takes place around the site of a train derailment (hence the name) surrounded by a forest, in what is presumably Northern Russia. The map is covered in a thick layer of snow. There are several buildings for players to fight amongst as well as train cars which provide additional cover. There is also a vast "field" that has basically no cover to hide behind, along with several paths around the yard.

Derail is often considered a sniper-orientated map, though it can easily accommodate many different styles of play.

Fighting is generally centered around the two buildings on the far side of the map, on the opposite side of the two buildings with ladders attached. The smaller building is the more popular, due to an over-looking view of a large, empty field that is easy to shoot into and the fact that it has only two entrances. The other building is much larger, allowing snipers a good view to the opposite building, though it is hard to defend.

Trivia

 * Some of the locomotives have the number 1337 on them, commonly known as l33t or leet. These same markings can be found on the CoD4 map Backlot.
 * On the flatbed car of the derailed train there is a part of a satellite that is seen in the hangar during the mission "Cliffhanger." It is possible that the premise for this map is a TF141 sabotage mission on the Russian train.
 * Also several of the train cars and containers have the words "Kriegler" on them making reference to the name that is seen on many levels including "Highrise", "Suspension" and "Mile High Club".
 * Some of the trains have the letters "IW" and a few other numbers referring to Infinity Ward

Tips

 * Don't use a thermal scope, as the white bodies blend in with the snow. Although it sometimes proves useful when the enemy has the coldblooded perk enabled, as they appear dark compared to the snow or other terrain, regardless of a ghillie suit or not. Coldblooded is more often used in "Hardcore" gameplay modes.
 * The Heartbeat Sensor or Claymore is suggested for snipers taking cover within the warehouse.
 * It is suggested that players using the Arctic Ghillie suit not snipe from the many platforms or buildings. The ghillie is intended for use in the snow; its colors stand out considerably against nearby buildings.
 * An ideal place for placing a Sentry Gun is near one of the entrances to the large building in the middle, as long as users team controls the building.