Modern Warfare 3 Player Finds Perfect Riot Shield Counter

A Modern Warfare 3 player has uncovered an overlooked attachment which is the perfect counter to anyone using Riot Shields.

Riot Shields in Call of Duty have often sparked debate among players with some preferring the additional protection while others get frustrated with the lack of techniques to gain the upper hand ahead of Season 4 which is expected to be packed full of nostalgia.

Before the next season begins, one player has found an ingenious method to prevent Riot Shields from blocking incoming bullets from the front in addition to the extra layer of resistance when holding one on their back.

A team of Riot Shields can swing the momentum of a match with ease, especially in single-life modes such as Search and Destroy where staying alive is a key ingredient to achieving victory. The counter in question is the JAK Purifier aftermarket part. Since arriving in Season 1, it never impacted the meta but Reddit user gggg772 has demonstrated just how useful it is in the heat of battle.

Available in the Underbarrel attachment slot, the JAK Purifier gives weapons a small flamethrower to incinerate any opponents that get too close for comfort. The fire also breaks through anyone hiding behind a Riot Shield with ease.

As an alternative, some players opt for a Semtex stick or a well-cooked Frag Grenade to overcome a Riot Shield user but the underbarrel flamethrower is a far more effective technique and it allows players to keep hold of their grenades.

The JAK Purifier can be equipped to any assault rifle or battle rifle in the Modern Warfare 3 arsenal, meaning several weapons that feature in the meta can equip it resulting in even more firepower.

Counters are essential for maintaining balance in Call of Duty and with the most overpowered and frustrating items having ways to beat them, it's a welcome relief for those growing tired of Riot Shields hindering the flow of their matches.