Modern Warfare 3’s revamped perk system has improved the gameplay massively, with players able to customize how their operators play and look.

In this guide, we’ll explain the best perks in MW3 you can use in the Season 2 Reloaded update.



Best Perks in MW3 Season 2 Reloaded you can use to your advantage

Players are able to customize their loadout as they want, and the perks can compliment that in the best possible way.

That’s why it is essential to know the best perks in the game, and it has become pivotal with the Season 2 Reloaded update that has brought massive changes.

Best Vest

Infantry Vest

Best perks in MW3 -- Infantry vest
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The Infantry Vest is best for those who move quickly on the map. This vest specifically increases the duration of Tac Sprint and noticeably reduces its refresh time. It’s good for those builds that prioritize speed over everything else.


Ninja Vest

Best perks in MW3 -- Ninja Vest
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The Ninja Vest has a lot of good qualities for those who enjoy playing with a stealth build. It not only removes footstep sounds but the player is also immune to movement reduction effects caused by various throwables and gadgets.

Additionally, equipping this vest gives you the ability to use Throwing Knives and Throwing Stars as well as being resupplied with them every 25 seconds.


Overkill Vest

Best perks in MW3 -- Overkill Vest
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The Overkill Vest’s main attraction point is that you’ll have the ability to equip another primary weapon. So, if you’re someone who loves using two powerful guns in matches, then this is a great choice.

On top of that, you will also have the ability to reload while sprinting, and the weapon swap speed also has a noticeable improvement.


Gunner Vest

Best perks in MW3 -- Gunner Vest
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The Gunner Vest also lets you have another primary weapon slot like the Infantry Vest. Equipping this will significantly improve the reload speed and it will also let you deploy with maximum ammo every time.

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Best Gloves

Quick-Grip Gloves

Best perks in MW3 -- Quick-grip gloves
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For a swift and fast playstyle, the Quick-Grip gloves is a great choice.


Commando Gloves

Best perks in MW3 -- Commando gloves
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The Commando Gloves let you reload while sprinting, which is necessary for faster playstyles as well.


Marksman Gloves

Best perks in MW3 -- Marksman gloves
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The Marksman Gloves are more suitable for sniper builds as they reduce sway and flinch while in ADS (Aim Down Sight) mode.

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Best Boots

Lightweight Boots

Best perks in MW3 -- Lightweight Boots
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The Lightweight Boots are the perfect choice for swift playstyles as they increase movement as well as swim speed.


Running Sneakers

Best perks in MW3 -- Running Sneakers
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The Running Sneaker can complement the Infantry Vest if equipped together as it also increases tac sprint duration and reduces its refresh time.


Tactical Pads

Best perks in MW3 -- Tactical Pads
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Another good addition to a swift movement-focused loadout is the Tactical Pads which increase slide velocity and also let you aim down sight while sliding. Not only that, it improves the stance transition speeds and crouch movement speed as well.

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Best Gear

Threat Identification System

Best perks in MW3 -- Threat Identification System
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The Threat Identification System can help you ping enemies while in ADS mode. This is especially useful in large map modes as sometimes you may not be able to eliminate them on the first try.


Ghost T/V Camo

Best perks in MW3 -- Ghost TV Camo
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If you’re focusing on a stealth build and loadout, then there’s nothing better than the Ghost T/V Camo as it blocks detection by UAVs, enemy radars, and heartbeat sensors.


Mag Holster

Best perks in MW3 -- Mag Holster
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The Mag Holster noticeably increases the reload speed of weapons and can complement other equipment with the same perk as well.


Hijacked IFF Strobe

Best perks in MW3 -- Hijacked IFF Strobe
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Using the Hijacked IFF Strobe keeps you undetected by AI targeting systems and thermal optics and also doesn’t highlight in Tactical Cameras or Recon Drones. This is perfect if you’re going for a stealth or sniper build.


Mission Control Comlink

Best perks in MW3 -- Mission Control Comlink
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The Mission Control Comlink reduces the Killstreak cost by one kill and the Scorestreak cost by 125 points. It’s more suitable for those moments where you want to go for higher scores and kills.

That’s everything you need to know about the best perks in MW3 Season 2 Reloaded.

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