Getting The Overkill Perk in MW3

Learn how to get the Overkill Perk in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III using the Gunner Vest (Level 20) or the Overkill Vest (Level 50) for dual primary weapons.

Alright, so you want to get your hands on the Overkill Perk in Modern Warfare III? It's a pretty sweet deal because it lets you run around with two primary weapons. This is a game-changer, especially if you're an aggressive player who likes to keep the pressure on. Imagine running out of ammo with your main rifle – instead of fumbling with a reload, you can just instantly swap to your backup fully-loaded weapon. Or, you could rock a shotgun as your secondary for those close-quarters surprises. It’s all about giving yourself more options in a fight.

Now, Overkill isn't something you just pick up off the ground. It's tied to specific Vests. You've got two options here: the Gunner Vest, which you'll unlock when you hit Level 20, and the Overkill Vest, which comes a bit later at Level 50.

The Gunner Vest is a solid choice to get you started with the Overkill ability. It’ll do the job and let you experience having two primaries. But honestly, as soon as you hit Level 50, you'll want to make the switch to the Overkill Vest. It’s just better. Not only does it give you the dual primary weapon setup, but it also throws in some extra goodies like increased weapon handling speed, the ability to reload while sprinting, and you can even equip boots alongside it. For boots, we highly recommend the Covert Sneakers – they make your footsteps silent, which is huge for flanking or just moving around undetected.

Getting to Level 50 might feel like a grind, especially if you're trying to unlock everything. But there are a few ways to speed things up. Make sure you're knocking out those daily challenges, winning matches whenever you can, and working on those camo unlocks. Every bit of XP counts!