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Modern Warfare 3 Killstreaks have been revealed for Season 3, and they'll be joining the full lineup that launched with the game.
From the humble UAV, to the brand new Guardian-SC, there's plenty of Killstreaks to get acquainted with when you load up Modern Warfare 3. Thanks to regular updates, there'll be more added in with each new season too.
Here's all of the Modern Warfare 3 Killstreaks that we know about so far, as well as a bit of info on each, and the kill requirements to unlock them. As new Killstreaks are revealed by Activision, this page will be updated. For now, here's what's in the game as of Season 3.
Modern Warfare 3 Killstreaks list
There are 12 currently Killstreaks available in Modern Warfare 3. These are live as of the Season 3 update. There's likely more coming in the future too, but we'll have to wait and see. Note that some are only available in certain modes.
- UAV (4 kills / 500 score)
- Mosquito Drone (4 kills / 500 score)
- SAM Turret (4 kills / 500 score)
- Guardian-SC (5 kills / 625 score)
- Counter-UAV (5 kills / 625 score)
- SAE (7 kills / 875 score)
- Remote Turret (7 kills / 875 score)
- Juggernaut Recon (8 kills / 1000 score)
- Swarm (15 Kills, 1,875 Points)
- EMP (13 Kills, 1,625 Points)
- Bunker Buster (Warzone)
- Foresight (Rebirth Island only)
UAV
UAV recon ship that reveals enemy locations on the minimap. This one is an absolute staple, allowing you to highlight enemies for your team. Use it often, and you'll rack up score as you kill marked enemies as well.
Mosquito Drone
Explosive drone that circles the area around where the drone is launched. Dive bombs on enemies it spots and explodes. This is a brand new addition to the series, and is a great way to hold Hardpoints and objectives.
SAM Turret
Launch a targeted missile strike against air vehicles. This Killstreak is only really used as a defense against enemy Killstreaks involving aircraft. Its use case is limited, sure, but when your team is being gunned down from above, you'll wish you'd added it to your loadout.
Guardian-SC
A beam-shaped, nonlethal, area-denial weapon. Enemies entering the beam endure similar effects to a stun grenade, such as reduced movement speed, blurred vision, and removed UI. Great for use in Hardpoint mode, and any objective that involves capturing an area.
Counter-UAV
A drone that scrambles all enemy minimaps. A very straightforward Killstreak that's used to deny an enemy's UAV.
SAE
Call in a trio of jets to release aerial explosives onto specified targets. If you know your maps, this Killstreak is a great way to increase your kill count, and score. Deploy it in outside areas where enemies are likely to move through.
Remote Turret
Automated turret that scans for nearby enemies and fires incendiary-based rounds. The Operator can also take manual control of the turret. Place this on rooftops that overlook objectives to deny enemies.
Juggernaut Recon
Juggernaut Recon gear delivered by care package. The suit is equipped with a radar that pings nearby enemies. Contains a riot shield. The ultimate Killstreak to strike fear into the hearts of your opponents.
Swarm
Swarm is one of the new Season One Killstreaks. It deploys a large number of mosquito drones to provide blanket coverage over the entire area. You'll need to unlock it via an Armory Unlock.
EMP
Finally, another new Killstreak that's part of Season One. It's an electromagnetic pulse that disrupts enemy Killstreaks and equipment. This one needs to be unlocked via an Armory Unlock as well.
