CoD: Modern Warfare 3’s Latest Weapon Counters Those Pesky Riot Shields
The Season 2 Reloaded update is live in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone, and this midseason update added more maps, a Dune crossover event, and a DLC weapon that’s powerful enough to counter Call of Duty’s frustrating riot shield.
Season 2 Reloaded added the SOA Subverter battle rifle and the Soulrender melee weapon to Modern Warfare 3’s weapon pool, but it’s the melee weapon you’ll want to unlock fast if you’re looking to fight back against riot shields.
#MW3: The ‘Soulrender’ Melee Weapon hits THROUGH Riot Shields!
💥 Most likely a bug, the ‘Soulrender’ can take out pesky Riot Shielders! — will 100% be fixed soon. pic.twitter.com/FE03nEOdHd
— DETONATED (@DETONATEDcom) March 6, 2024
As seen demonstrated in the clip above, the Soulrender is a sword that lets players eliminate riot shield opponents, even when facing them head-on. Sledgehammer Games has confirmed this is not a glitch, and that the sword works as intended, with the Soulrender’s unique heavy attack being an intentional counter for riot shields.