Can You Upgrade to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Vault Edition?

The short answer is yes! If you already purchased the Standard Edition of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, you can upgrade to the premium Vault Edition later on.

Upgrading allows you to gain all the bonus cosmetic items, extra loadout slots, battle pass access and more that the Vault Edition provides. I‘ll explain the upgrade process across platforms below.

First let‘s discuss what exactly the Vault Edition gets you over the Standard Edition. Then I‘ll compare the two versions to help decide if upgrading is worthwhile for you.

Vault Edition Overview: What‘s Included?

The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Vault Edition is the premium version of MW2 that comes packed with bonus digital content and extras. Here‘s an overview of everything you get when purchasing the Vault Edition:

Operators:

• Red Team 141 Operator Pack – Unlocks Ghost, Soap, Price and Farah

Weapons:

• FJX Cinder Weapon Vault – 50+ weapon blueprints, fully unlocked M4 platform

Battle Pass:

• 50 Tier Skips
• Instant access to Season 1 Battle Pass

Cosmetics:

• Ghost Legacy Pack – 12 skins for Ghost, weapon blueprints

XP Boosts:

• 10 Hours of 2XP
• 10 Hours of 2WXP

That‘s just a high-level view. Let‘s break down each component of the Vault Edition in more detail:

Red Team 141 Operator Pack

This pack instantly unlocks 4 fan-favorite Operators:

• Ghost – Mysterious masked soldier from Task Force 141
• Soap – Iconic character from the original Modern Warfare series
• Price – Veteran SAS Captain who leads 141
• Farah – Leader of the Urzikstani Liberation Force

These elite soldiers are usually unlocked through gameplay progression or paid as individual microtransactions. So getting immediate access with the Vault Edition is a nice perk.

Plus you can play as these characters across both Multiplayer and the Spec Ops co-op mode. Their unique skins and voice lines help you stand out from the pack.

FJX Cinder Weapon Vault

The Weapon Vault provides instant access to an arsenal of base weapons, attachments, and weapon blueprints.

Specifically, you get:

• 50+ Weapon Blueprints – Epic and legendary blueprints for assault rifles, SMGs, shotguns and more. These give your weapons a unique look and preset attachments.

• M4 Platform Fully Unlocked – The versatile M4 family of assault rifles is completely unlocked out of the gate. You get access to all M4 weapon levels and attachment options without needing to grind them out.

This gives you a major leg up in Multiplayer since you can configure top-tier M4 loadouts immediately. Expect a competitive edge early on.

Battle Pass + 50 Tier Skips

The Vault Edition includes the inaugural Season 1 Battle Pass along with 50 instant Tier Skips.

This means you can skip ahead 50 tiers and unlock premium cosmetic items right away, like:

• Operators – New playable soldiers like Zeus and Messi
• Weapon Blueprints – Epic blueprints to modify your gun‘s looks
• XP Tokens – 2XP and 2WXP tokens to boost progression
• Cosmetic Items – Player skins, weapon charms, emblems and more

Normally it takes significant play time to reach tier 50 in the Battle Pass. But with the head start from Vault Edition, you‘ll stand out from day one.

Ghost Legacy Pack

This bonus pack includes:

• 12 Operator Skins – Alternate skins for Ghost like Jawbone, Dia de los Muertos, and Hazmat
• 4 Weapon Blueprints – Customized versions of the sniper, marksman rifle, SMG and assault rifle classes

So if you‘re a big fan of Ghost, this pack offers even more customization options for the iconic character.

10 Hours of 2XP + 10 Hours of 2WXP

The double XP and double weapon XP tokens effectively give you a 20 hour boost towards ranking up both your profile and weapons quicker.

XP bonuses are always valuable at launch when trying to progress through the initial officer ranks and weapon levels. These tokens will come in handy during those first days of grinding.

Vault Edition Price and Cost to Upgrade

First let‘s look at the pricing for the Vault Edition alone:

• $99.99 USD
• £84.99 GBP
• €99.99 EUR

So the Vault Edition comes at a $30 premium over the Standard Edition which costs $69.99 normally.

That extra $30 is the upgrade fee if you want to upgrade from Standard to Vault after purchase.

Here are the upgrade costs across platforms:

• $30 on PlayStation Network
• $30 on Microsoft Store (Xbox)
• $30 on Battle.net (PC)
• $30 on Steam (PC)

While a $30 upgrade fee feels steep at first glance, you have to weigh that cost against the amount of bonuses you receive.

For fans committed to playing Modern Warfare 2 extensively, the extra digital goodies add up to well over $30 of value. But more casual players may not find the upgrade worthwhile.

Vault Edition vs Standard Edition

Let‘s compare exactly what you get with each edition side-by-side:

As you can see, the Vault Edition essentially bundles $30 worth of bonus digital content on top of the base Standard Edition.

You‘re paying extra for:

• Playable Operators – Ghost, Soap, Price and Farah
• Cosmetic Items – Weapon blueprints, operator skins, emblems etc.
• Loadout Options – Extra loadout slots, unlocked M4 platform
• Battle Pass Access – 50 tiers unlocked instantly
• XP Boosts – Rank and weapon level faster with 2XP tokens

Is the Vault Edition Worth It?

Whether the Vault Edition upgrade is worth it basically comes down to your personal interests and planned involvement with Modern Warfare 2.

The Vault Edition is a good value if:

• You‘re committed to playing MW2 for the long haul
• Interested in Warzone 2.0 when it launches
• Care about cosmetics and personalization
• Plan to buy the Battle Pass separately anyways
• Want access to iconic operators like Ghost and Soap
• Intend on playing Spec Ops co-op mode

Saving money with the Standard Edition makes sense if:

• You‘re only casually playing the campaign
• Not worried about weapon blueprints or cosmetics
• Weren‘t going to purchase the Battle Pass
• Okay with unlocking items through gameplay
• Tight budget and cost is a concern

For hardcore Call of Duty fans who will be grinding MW2 for hundreds of hours, the Vault Edition bonuses provide great value and will enrich your overall experience.

But if you just plan to play casually or don‘t care much about cosmetics, the Standard Edition likely makes more sense.

Upgrading to Vault Edition on PlayStation

If you‘re playing Modern Warfare 2 on PlayStation, here are the steps to upgrade from Standard to Vault Edition:

1. On your PS4/PS5, open Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
2. Visit the in-game store
3. Find the "Upgrade to Vault Edition" option
4. Purchase the upgrade for a one-time fee of $30
5. After purchase, all Vault Edition content will automatically be added to your account and available in-game!

The process is quick and seamless. Within minutes you can access the Red Team operators, Weapon Vault, Battle Pass, and other Vault Edition bonuses.

Upgrading to Vault Edition on Xbox

To upgrade on Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, follow these instructions:

1. Open the Xbox Store
2. Search for "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Vault Edition Upgrade"
3. Select the $30 Vault Edition Upgrade
4. Complete the purchase
5. After purchase, the Vault Edition bonuses will become available in Modern Warfare 2 automatically

Just like on PlayStation, Xbox makes upgrading your edition fast and hassle-free.

Upgrading to Vault Edition on PC

On Battle.net for PC:

1. Open the Battle.net desktop app
2. Navigate to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
3. Click "Upgrade to Vault Edition"
4. Pay the $30 upgrade fee
5. Relaunch Modern Warfare 2 and enjoy your Vault Edition content!

For Steam:

1. Find Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 in your Steam library
2. Right click the game and select "View DLC and upgrades"
3. Purchase the Vault Edition Upgrade for $30
4. Relaunch MW2 to access your new Vault Edition bonuses

Upgrading is quick and easy no matter which platform you play Modern Warfare 2 on.

Is Upgrading to Vault Edition Worth It?

At the end of the day, deciding if you should upgrade comes down to your personal preferences and budget.

For dedicated, long-term Call of Duty players, upgrading to Vault Edition is an excellent value. The rare operator skins, weapon blueprints, XP boosts and instant Battle Pass access will dramatically improve your experience across Multiplayer and Warzone 2.0. These digital bonuses will continue unlocking value with every hour you enjoy the game.

More casual players who don‘t care as much about cosmetics or progression can safely skip upgrading and stick with the Standard Edition. While the bonuses are nice, they aren‘t entirely necessary to enjoy the core gameplay.

My advice is to choose Standard first and then monitor your playtime. If you find yourself invested and wanting more, you can always upgrade to Vault Edition later on.

Think of the upgrade as an optional "season pass" you can buy at any time to enrich your personal MW2 journey. The option remains available as you evaluate your own play style and priorities.

At the end of the day, Modern Warfare 2 is an incredible game no matter which edition you choose. The most important thing is enjoying exciting, heart-pounding Call of Duty gameplay. Vault Edition simply provides some bonuses on top of that core experience.

Hopefully this guide helped explain exactly what the Vault Edition includes, whether it‘s worth it for you, and how to upgrade. Now it‘s time to dive into Modern Warfare 2 and enjoy all the epic action!