What is Mutation mode in MW3? Humans Killstreaks, Mutant Special Classes, and more

Modified Jun 26, 2024 19:10 GMT

The Mutation mode in Modern Warfare 3 is aailable in Season 4 Reloaded update, Mutation mode in MW3 — The Mutation mode in Modern Warfare 3 is available in Season 4 Reloaded update (Image via Activsion)

The launch of Season 4 Reloaded Update is marked with the addition of a brand-new Mutation mode in MW3. During the Altered Strain Event, operators are infected with modified DNA strands, resulting in new challenges in the mutated battlefield. The Mutation mode in MW3 pits a squad of humans against a group of mutants across a Mosh Pit instead of a standard game mode.

This limited-timed mode debuted in the multiplayer playlist on June 26, 2024, with the new update. This article provides an overview of the Mutation mode in MW3 and its components.

Mutation mode in MW3 explained

The Mutation mode in MW3 has changed how standard multiplayer is played, bringing the mutant theme to the standard multiplayer. It consists of two factions: humans and mutants.

The human faction features regular operators. This team has no other special visual detail and is covered in player-chosen skins, carrying the usual loadouts and weapon blueprints. Players in this faction are granted excessive ammunition reserves to take on enemy mutants.

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The mutation mode in MW3 features a battle between mutants and humans (Image via Activision)

The mutant faction comprises mutants who possess a series of special abilities that make them different from human operators and zombies. Their kit features abilities that can stun, disorient, and eliminate enemy humans. They can also command other non-player-controlled mutants who will assist them in combat.

Both teams fight using their weapons and special abilities, depending on their faction. Teams switch factions at halftime where humans become mutants and mutants become humans. The team with the highest score wins the game in Mutation mode in MW3.

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What are Human Killstreaks in Mutation mode in MW3?

The regular operators are armed with special firepower called Human Killstreaks that will help them to battle against powerful Mutants. These Killstreaks can be acquired at different rates than the normal modes.

The humans have access to special Killstreaks in Mutation Mode in MW3 (Image via Activision)

Here is how you can acquire them in Mutation mode in MW3:

For every 1 player-controlled Zombie kill, you receive +1 Killstreak point.
For every 5 non-player-controlled Zombie kills, you receive +5 Killstreak points.

The three primary Killstreaks that players should focus on are:

SAE: 6 points.
Remote Turret: 7 points.
Juggernaut: 15 points.

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What are Mutant Special Classes in Mutation mode in MW3?

The mutant factions don't feature primary or secondary weapons, perks, or field upgrades. However, they can choose from various special classes, each with three different abilities in Mutation mode in MW3.

All mutants from different classes can transform into a powerful monstrosity known as Mutant Juggernaut after farming multiple human kills.

Each mutant class has a specific set of abilities in Mutation mode in MW3 (Image via Activision)

Here are all the special Mutant classes in Mutation mode in MW3:

Mutated Leaper: These boats enhance movement, increase melee damage, and can detect enemies around corners. They can reveal enemy positions with a Snapshot Grenade and deal impact damage with a charged leap.
Radioactive Beast: These half-dog and half-human beasts can boost the health and speed of their allies with a howl. They can also reveal enemy positions for their team on the minimap.
Contaminated Sludger: They can deal damage within a large radius with their mutant sludge. They can also provide effective cover with a smoke grenade and eject acid blast that deals damage and slow enemies.
Camouflaged Sneaker: They can scramble towards the enemy with an electrical leap that can stun enemies with an EMP. They can also use cloaks to attain partial invisibility.

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