Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Strike Packages: Assault, Support and Specialist explained
Compare pointstreak behavior and the original 2011 multiplayer class systems.
Edition covered
Original Modern Warfare 3 (2011), with the complete 2012 DLC season. Multiplayer and Spec Ops references cover the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 versions and the Mac port where available. Wii includes Survival but omits Spec Ops Mission Mode and DLC; other features also differ. The separate DS game Defiance and Modern Warfare III (2023) are outside this guide.
Choose the reward system before the match
Assault rewards an uninterrupted life, Support keeps its streak progress through death, and Specialist grants additional perks. Select the package that suits the role you intend to play.
| Package | Death behavior | Main reward |
|---|---|---|
| Assault | Progress resets on death | Attack and reconnaissance rewards |
| Support | Progress persists through death | Team support and utility rewards |
| Specialist | Earned bonus perks reset on death | Additional perks during that life |
| Class selection | Package is configured for the class | Lets different classes serve different roles |
Objective actions can add progress
The game uses pointstreaks rather than only counting kills. Relevant objective actions contribute, so playing the mode can advance a package as well as help the team.
| Layer | Example | What it changes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary weapon | Assault rifle or SMG | Engagement range and handling |
| Weapon proficiency | Kick | Weapon behavior |
| Attachment | Optic or suppressor | Gun setup and tradeoffs |
| Normal perk | A class perk selection | Persistent class capability |
| Strike Package | Assault, Support or Specialist | Rewards earned through pointstreak progress |
Keep weapon proficiency separate
Weapon proficiencies such as Kick or Attachments modify the selected gun. They are a different layer from the class’s normal perks and the package’s rewards.
Treat examples as role choices
UAV information, armor support and direct attack rewards solve different problems. Pick rewards you can use reliably rather than copying a high threshold that rarely appears.
UAV information, armor support and direct attack rewards solve different problems.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 publisher listing | store.steampowered.com |
| Activision original MW3 PC manual | support.activision.com |
| Original Strike Package overview | www.shacknews.com |