Every Killstreak in Modern Warfare 2: VTOL, Chopper Gunner, Juggernaut
Modern Warfare 2 will introduce a new set of Killstreaks for multiplayer fans to enjoy. Here’s a look at every Killstreak available to players in Modern Warfare 2.
Getting multiple kills in a row without dying in a Call of Duty match is not only a great feeling, but the game also rewards you with powerful Killstreaks to utilize. Over the years, players have fought their way to earning iconic Killstreaks like Attack Dogs, Chopper Gunners, and Tactical Nukes.
Modern Warfare 2 will allow players to switch freely between earning Killstreaks through consecutive kills or score. Whether you prefer the Killstreak method or the Scorestreak method, here are the shiny new toys up for grabs in Modern Warfare 2.
Modern Warfare 2 Killstreaks & Scorestreaks explained
As previously mentioned, Infinity Ward has allowed players to choose their preferred way of playing Modern Warfare 2 by either equipping Killstreaks or Scorestreaks.
As usual, Killstreaks are earned by reaching the required kill total for that specific Killstreak without dying. It’s important to note that Killstreaks do not stack in Modern Warfare 2, which means that kills produced by your Killstreaks will not count toward your active streak.
Players will be able to select three Killstreaks but you won’t be able to change Killstreaks once a match starts. If you visit the Killstreaks menu you’ll notice a toggle at the bottom-left corner of your screen to switch from Killstreaks to Scorestreaks.
Much like previous Call of Duty games to feature Scorestreaks, players can primarily earn score through kills, assists, and playing the objective. Much like the Killstreak option, “when eliminated, your Scorestreak progress is reset to zero.”
All Killstreaks in Modern Warfare 2
| Killstreak | Description | Kills / Score |
| UAV | UAV recon ship that reveals enemy locations on the minimap. | 4 / 500 |
| Bomb Drone | A remote-controlled drone with an attached C4 charge. | 4 / 500 |
| Counter-UAV | A drone that scrambles all enemy minimaps. Has a limited range for larger maps. | 5 / 625 |
| Care Package | Call in a random killstreak care package to your location. | 5 / 625 |
| Cluster Mine | Throw a device that launches a cluster of smaller mines within the immediate area. | 5 / 625 |
| Precision Airstrike | Call in twin jets for a precision strike on a designated target area. | 6 / 750 |
| Cruise Missile | Control a long-range cruise missile with boost capabilities. | 6 / 750 |
| Mortar Strike | Signal several waves of mortars to attack a location. | 6 / 750 |
| SAE | Call in a trio of jets to release aerial explosives onto specified targets. | 7 / 875 |
| Sentry Gun | Automated turret that scans for nearby enemies, and fires incendiary based rounds. | 7 / 875 |
| VTOL Jet | Releases a pair of precision bombs before circling back and guarding a location of the player’s choice. | 8 / 1000 |
| Overwatch Helo | An escort helo that will watch over your position, and ping nearby enemy locations before engaging them. | 8 / 1000 |
| Wheelson-HS | Remote controlled amphibious vehicle, with auto sentry capabilities. | 8 / 1000 |
| Stealth Bomber | Call in a bomber that releases a large line of explosives along its path. | 10 / 1250 |
| Chopper Gunner | Control an assault chopper armed with a turret and air-to-land missiles. | 10 / 1250 |
| Emergency Airdrop | Call in 3 random killstreak care packages to your location. | 10 / 1250 |
| Gunship | A heavy assault gunship equipped with a laser tracking missile, along with the standard 40mm and 25mm cannons. | 12 / 1500 |
| Advanced UAV | An untargetable orbital UAV that reveals the enemy’s direction on the minimap in real time. | 12 / 1500 |
| Juggernaut | Juggernaut assault gear delivered by care package. The minigun will drop when the Juggernaut dies. | 15 / 1875 |
Players will be delighted to see fan-favorite classics like the Chopper Gunner and Gunship reprise their roles as some of the most devastating Killsreaks in Modern Warfare 2.
The Juggernaut Killstreak is currently the prize that requires the most kills or score to earn, so it’s sure to pack a punch.
New additions include the SAE, which will use three jets to unleash an aerial explosive on a targeted area. You’ll have a chance to test out these Killstreaks when Modern Warfare 2 launches on October 28, so it shouldn’t take long to figure out your ideal combination.
For more, check out everything you need to know about the different playlists in Modern Warfare 2.
Source: Modern Warfare 2 blog
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