Just got this update in my email from COD4Forums guys.

'When it rains, it pours' is the long used expression. Fortunately, for MW2 the rain for us is MW2 news, and it should be flooding by now. The latest update is quite possibly one of the biggest ones we've had since the original trailer. MW2 will be receiving a 3rd Person Mode.

I'm sure it was just as much a shock to you as it was me. The news first released based off leaked footage from someone who already has a copy of the game. At first it was taken with a grain of salt because the footage was crappy and many thought it could have easily been manipulated.

Then more and more footage starting popping up. Then the bombshell from Robert Bowling finally dropped on Joystiq. MW2 would in fact feature a third person mode. Here's his exact words about the mode:

"It's not something you can toggle on and off in ANY game. The special mode can only be played in private matches -- toggled on or off just like "Hardcore" settings -- or in playlists that are designated for third-person play" he continues, "This is just another cool way to play the game, you obviously will still have the option to play gametypes normal as well."

So there you have it. A completely new way to get down on some COD.

Remember guys, I am not agreeing or disagreeing with it, just reporting it.

Heres the link people.
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/modern-warfare-2-will-feature-3rd-person-mode-for-playlists/