Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 3 update is right around the corner, and it’s set to bring a plethora of new content, including the brand new Gladiator melee.

The weapon will be released alongside the much-anticipated FJX Horus SMG and MORS Sniper Rifle, but you won’t be able to use it right away. 

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Instead, the game requires you to unlock it first by following a certain process. With that said, we’ve got all the intel you need to know about getting the Gladiator melee weapon in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 3.


How to get Gladiator Melee in MW3 and Warzone Season 3

MW3 and Warzone Season 3 battle pass
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You can get the Gladiator Melee by reaching Sector 15 of the Season 3 battle pass. Thankfully, it’s a free-to-unlock weapon, which means you don’t have to buy the premium version of the battle pass.

However, you’ll still need to rack up a ton of XP to unlock this brand-new weapon. Here are a few ways to help you level up the Season 3 battle pass quickly:

  • Don’t let your Double Battle Pass XP tokens go to waste. Use them now to speed up your Battle Pass progression and claim all the rewards.
  • War Mode is one of the few gameplay modes in Modern Warfare 3 that rewards you with a lot of XP for completing some simple objectives.
  • We highly recommend completing daily and weekly challenges to earn additional battle pass XP.
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When it comes to the weapon characteristics, the Gladiator is a compact and tiny punch knife that was initially used by gamblers and politicians. This melee weapon cuts straight to the bone with haste and ease, but ensure you’re close enough to make your lethal stabs count. As a result, you’ll find the Gladiator directly competing with the Karambit in terms of supreme mobility, handling, and damage potential.

READ MORE: How to unlock the MORS sniper rifle in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone