Alex Ruben
How To Uninstall Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 DODI Repack (2025)
Removing games, especially those repacked like Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 DODI, can be a headache. Sometimes, leftover files, registry entries, or hidden folders stay behind, cluttering up your system and even causing conflicts if you try to reinstall later. This guide walks through the safest way to do a thorough cleanup—no junk left lurking—so your PC stays clean and ready for whatever’s next. It’s geared for both Windows 10 and 11 users, because of course Windows has to make it unnecessarily complicated sometimes.
Prerequisites Before Uninstalling
Before diving in, make sure you’re logged in with admin rights—that’s usually needed for registry edits and deleting system files. Also, it’s smart to back up any important save data or configs, especially if you’re fussed about losing progress or custom settings. Better safe than sorry, right?
Step 1: Locate the Game Installation Folder
How to find where the game lives on your hard drive
- Right-click the desktop icon for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2.
- Select Open file location. This’ll take you to the folder where the game was installed. If that’s not working or the shortcut is broken, check your default install directory: usually
C:\Program Files\Activision\Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2but sometimes it’s elsewhere—like in your custom folder.
Once there, it’s good to confirm the game files are actually in this folder—sometimes shortcuts point somewhere else, especially with repacks.
Step 2: Find and Run the Uninstall Script
How to see if there’s a dedicated uninstaller inside the folder
- Look for a subfolder named Uninstall inside the install directory.
- Usually, inside that, there might be an executable like
Uninstall.exeor a batch script. - Double-click that file to start the uninstallation process. If nothing shows up, don’t panic—some mods or repacks hide or disable uninstallers to prevent accidental removal, so you may need to go for manual cleanup.
If the uninstaller isn’t there, then it’s probably been deleted or hidden. That’s when the real fun begins with manual removal.
Step 3: Clean Up Leftover Files and System Entries
Why you shouldn’t skip this—centered around registry and residual folders
After the game vanishes, it’s not unusual for files or registry keys to stick around. These leftovers can interfere if you try to install the game again or just clutters your drive. Here’s how to tidy up:
- Open the Run dialog with Windows + R.
- Type
regeditand hit Enter to open the Registry Editor. Be super careful here; messing up registry keys can cause headaches. - Navigate to these paths and delete related keys:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Activision\Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Activision\Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2
On some setups, this might not remove everything, so it’s worth searching your system (using File Explorer’s search) in C:\Program Files, C:\Program Files (x86), and your AppData folders (%AppData% and %LocalAppData%) for anything related to the game, like folders named “Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2” or “Activision”
Step 4: Remove Remaining Files and Folders
Because the uninstaller may have left some files behind
- Use File Explorer to search directly for “Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2” or “Activision” in your main Program Files, Program Files (x86), and AppData directories.
- If you find any, delete those folders manually. Sometimes, leftover cache or configs stay even after uninstall. Might be worth running a cleanup tool like [CCleaner](https://www.ccleaner.com/) if you want to be extra thorough.
Just a heads-up: some repacks hide or lock files to prevent accidental deletion, which can be annoying. If the folders are locked, try doing this in Safe Mode.
Step 5: Check Free Space & Final Confirmation
Is the uninstall really done?
- Open This PC or My Computer.
- Look at your drive’s free space—should be noticeably more if everything went well.
If it still feels cluttered, a quick restart and rerun of the cleanup might help. Sometimes, Windows caches file info, so a restart can clear things out.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
Worth mentioning: if you run into errors during uninstallation—like the uninstaller crashing or refusing to run—make sure you’re logged in as admin. Check that no game processes are running in the background (sometimes processes lock files and prevent deletion). If all else fails, using a dedicated uninstaller software—like Revo Uninstaller or IObit Uninstaller—can get rid of stubborn files and registry entries without messing things up.
Conclusion
Massively simplifies the cleanup, especially after messing around with repacked or modded versions. Manual removal can be tedious, but it’s often the only way. After this process, your system should be fresh from any traces of the game, ready for a new install or just to be rid of it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reinstall the game later if I want?
Yup, just install it fresh from the official source or your backup. Make sure to follow the proper steps or use the official installer if possible—you want to avoid leftover issues.
What if the uninstaller doesn’t run?
Try launching it in Safe Mode. If that doesn’t work, manually delete files and registry keys as outlined. Sometimes, repacks disable uninstallers to prevent easy removal, which is a pain, but manual cleanup will do the trick.
Will this delete my saved game progress?
Generally, uninstalling the game itself won’t delete your save data, which is often stored in %AppData% or a subfolder under Documents. But if you want to be safe, backup those folders just in case before deleting anything.
Summary
- Find the install folder or shortcut target.
- Run the uninstaller if available.
- Clean up leftover registry entries and residual files.
- Check free disk space to confirm removal.
- If errors happen, run in Safe Mode or use third-party tools.
Wrap-up
Uninstalling a tricky game like this isn’t always straightforward, but with a careful approach—manual or automatic—you can keep your system tidy. Sometimes, a little patience and troubleshooting are necessary, especially with repacked versions that modify typical uninstall flows. Fingers crossed this helps someone dodge future headaches.