Modern Warfare 3 Reactor Rundown
In the Reactor mission, the team's objective is to take down three Makarov's Konni Group helicopters. You eliminate the nearest helicopter using your preferred method, like RPGs or explosives. The second helicopter can be dealt with similarly, and then you face the more challenging third helicopter, which patrols the skies. After handling these aerial threats, you proceed to the reactor following Laswell's guidance.
Once inside, you lose communication with Laswell, and a helicopter drops enemy soldiers and chemical weapons onto the reactor. Act swiftly to stop the chemical weapons from floating away. Unfortunately, toxic gas fills the reactor, and you must fend off enemies to escape. Heading upward helps avoid gas damage. After dealing with most threats, you grab a yellow rope to ascend to safety. The mission ends with Captain Price collapsing due to gas exposure.
Modern Warfare 3 Reactor Characters
The characters in Reactor are John ‘Soap’ MacTavish, Kyle ‘Gaz’ Garrick, Simon ‘Ghost’ Riley, Kate Laswell, and Captain John Price.
MW3 Reactor Mission Walkthrough
Objective: Destroy the Helicopters
- After landing in the area, you aim to eliminate three helicopters that Makarov's Konni Group operated. The first helicopter is nearby, and you can choose your method to destroy it.
- Proceed to the second helicopter and use your available equipment to destroy it. If you don't have an RPG, find and use C4 to create a powerful explosion.
- The third helicopter is patrolling the area, requiring more strategic handling. You can attempt to evade it by maneuvering through buildings or choose a direct approach by unloading gunfire. After dealing with the aerial threat and clearing the area around the grounded helicopter, destroy it.
- You can find a supply box near the third helicopter with an STB 556 equipped with a grenade launcher. Utilize it to eliminate the vehicle quickly.
Objective: Enter the Reactor
- Laswell instructs all Task Force 141 members to head to the reactor after dealing with the helicopters. Proceed to the reactor and enter through a nearby airlock.
- Inside, you lose signal with Laswell as another helicopter drops soldiers onto the reactor's roof. A platform containing enemies and chemical weapons is lowered. Prevent the package from floating away by eliminating the targets.
Objective: Escape from the Reactor
- Despite your efforts, the release of chemical weapons results in the reactor filling with toxic gas. Defend against enemies trying to stop your escape. To minimize gas exposure, head upwards to avoid damage.
- After eliminating most threats, grab the yellow rope and ascend to safety. Gaz and Soap assist in pulling you, playing as Captain Price, to safety. However, Price collapses to the ground, coughing uncontrollably.
Items Found: A total of 29 items can be discovered during the Reactor mission. Items found so far include:
- Holger 556
- Incendiary Sakin MG38
- RGL-80 grenade launcher
- Silenced COR-45
- Silenced Expedite 12
- Heartbeat sensor
- HCR 56
- Incendiary Haymaker
- Sidewinder
- Fennec 45
- Incendiary Bryson 800
- Basilisk
Note: This is the list of items found during the Highrise mission. More items may be discovered, and the guide will be updated accordingly.
See our complete guide to Precious Reactor here.
Modern Warfare 3 Reactor Overview
"Reactor," the third campaign level in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, plunges players into the heart of suspense and chaos. As John Price, players find themselves amidst the towering structures of a nuclear power plant in Northern Urzikstan, setting the stage for an intense battle against the looming threat of Konni forces.
Assault on the Nuclear Power Plant: The mission begins with Task Force 141 launching a daring assault on a nuclear power plant, a key stronghold of the nefarious Konni group. The towering chimneys and intricate machinery create a visually striking battleground, amplifying the tension as players navigate the hazardous terrain.
Dynamic Ensemble and Tactical Firepower: As players weave through the maze of industrial structures, they are joined by a dynamic ensemble, including Johnny "Soap" MacTavish, Simon "Ghost" Riley, and Kyle "Gaz" Garrick. The starting loadout, featuring the versatile M4 with a Corvus Masterkey attachment, sets the tone for tactical firefights against the well-equipped Konni forces.
Intricate Weapon Arsenal: "Reactor" presents an intricate weapon arsenal strategically placed throughout the level. From the versatile Holger 556 to the powerful Kastov 762, players must adapt their loadouts to the changing dynamics of the battle. Supply boxes offer a range of options, including silenced firearms and incendiary explosives.
Narrative Tension and Global Stakes: The mission briefing emphasizes the gravity of the situation, as Konni's presence in a nuclear facility poses a global threat. The narrative tension is palpable, with players feeling the weight of the mission's significance in the larger context of international conflict.
Cutscenes and Intriguing Characters: Cutscenes interspersed throughout the mission introduce intriguing characters like Andrei Nolan, Ivan Alexxeve, and Milena Romanova, adding depth to the narrative. Vladimir Makarov's presence, both mentioned and in cutscenes, foreshadows the intricate web of alliances and betrayals.
Supply Box Surprises: The supply boxes scattered across the nuclear power plant hold surprises, including specialized weapons like the STB 556 with TL40 Fire Drake and the explosive power of the RPG-7. Players must strategically leverage these resources to overcome the formidable Konni opposition.
