07 Dec 2023 2:16 PM +00:00 UTC

Modern Warfare 3 killstreaks list

Modern Warfare 3 counter UAV on grey background

December 7, 2023: Season 1 of Modern Warfare 3 is here, and we've updated our list of killstreaks with the latest additions.

Mastering the Modern Warfare 3 killstreaks is just as important as finding the best guns and weapons to use throughout a Modern Warfare 3 match. During Pre-Season, there are several game-changing streaks to use with some proving more popular than others.

Alongside the best guns and weapons, the killstreaks give you the option to provide additional support to your teammates or an opportunity to add even more kills to your tally.

But, before we take a closer look at all of the Modern Warfare 3 killstreaks, check out our other guides containing intel on the best FOV settings and how to slide cancel during a match.

All Modern Warfare 3killstreaks

There are a total of 23 killstreaks available to use in Modern Warfare 3 multiplayer. Ranging from a juggernaut to a counter UAV, there's something for everyone. Check out the full list of streaks and how to earn them below:

UAV - UAV recon ship that reveals enemy locations on the minimap
- 4 kills / 500 Score
Mosquito Drone - Explosive drone that circles the area around where the drone is launched. Dive bombs on enemies it spots before exploding.
- 4 kills / 500 Score
SAM Turret - Launch a target missile strike against air vehicles.
- 4 kills / 500 Score
Bomb Drone - A remote-controlled drone with attached C4 charge.
- 4 kills / 500 Score
Guardian-SC - Beam-shaped non-lethal, area denial weapon. Enemies entering the beam have similar effects to stun grenade.
- 5 kills / 625 Score
Care Package - Call in a random killstreak care package to your location.
- 5 kills / 625 Score
Counter UAV - Drone that scrambles enemy minimap.
- 5 kills / 625 Score
Cluster Mine - Throw a device that launches a cluster of smaller mines within the immediate area.
- 6 kills / 750 Score
Precision Airstrike - Call in twin jets for a precision strike.
- 6 kills / 750 Score
Cruise Missile - Control a long-range cruise missile with boost capabilities.
- 6 kills / 750 Score
Remote Turret - Automated turret that scans for nearby enemies and fires incendiary rounds.
- 7 kills / 875 Score
Mortar Strike - Signal several waves of mortars to attack a location.
- 7 kills / 875 Score
SAE - Call in a trio of jets to release aerial explosives on specific targets.
- 7 kills / 875 Score
Juggernaut Recon - Juggernaut Recon gear delivered by care package. Suit is equipped with a radar that pings nearby enemies. Contains a riot shield, Haymaker shotgun, and smoke grenade.
- 8 kills / 1000 Score
Wheelson-HS - Remote controlled amphibious vehicle with auto sentry capabilities.
- 8 kills / 1000 Score
Overwatch Helo - Escort helicopter that will watch over your position and ping nearby enemy locations before engaging them.
- 8 kills / 1000 Score
VTOL Jet - Releases a pair of precision bombs before circling back and guarding a location of the player’s choice.
- 10 kills / 1250 Score
Emergency Airdrop - Call in 3 random killstreak care packages.
- 10 kills / 1250 Score
Carpet Bomb - Call in a bomber that releases a large line of explosives along its path
- 10 kills / 1250 Score
Advanced UAV - Untargetable orbital UAV that reveals the enemies direction on the minimap in real time
- 12 kills / 1500 Score
Chopper Gunner - Control an assault chopper armed with a turret and air-to-land missiles.
- 12 kills / 1500 Score
Gunship - A heavy assault gunship equipped with a laser tracking missile along with 40mm and 25mm cannons.
- 12 kills / 1500 Score
EMP (New with Season 1) - Electromagnetic pulse to disrupt enemy Killstreaks and equipment.
- 13 kills / 1625 Score / found in care packages
Juggernaut - Juggernaut assault gear delivered by care package. The minigun will drop when the Juggernaut dies.
- 15 kills / 1875 Score
Swarm (New with Season 1) - Deploys a large number of mosquito drones to provide blanket coverage over an entire area.
- 15 kills / 1875 Score / found in care packages

Modern Warfare 3 player firing weapon in front of player using riot shield

What are the best Modern Warfare 3 killstreaks?

After testing the selection of Modern Warfare 3 killstreaks, the three below are our favourite to use.

UAV
Counter UAV
SAE

It's very tempting to work towards a Juggernaut Recon but this particular selection provides plenty of support for your team as well as a few extra kills thanks to the SAE.

That's everything there is to know about the Modern Warfare 3 killstreaks. For more, check out our guides showcasing the best controller settings along with the best MCW loadout to use.

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Jon Nicholson

FPS Editor

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Jon is our Call of Duty expert and our FPS Editor. He's worked with Gfinity since 2014, covering Activision's shooter franchise. When he's not topping the scoreboards, you'll find him on EA Sports FC or sim racing.

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