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How to get Spear in MW3 and Warzone

Here's the intel on unlocking the Spear in MW3 and Warzone

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Knowing how to unlock the Spear in MW3 and Warzone is a surefire way of making an impact in hectic close-range battles.

The Spear arrived as part of the Season 5 update alongside the STG and the Static-HV adding even more variety to the ever-expanding arsenal of weaponry on offer in multiplayer and the battle royale. It may not possess any kind of firepower but its speed and lethality in close-quarters combat makes it a perfect choice as part of a loadout.

With that said, find out how to unlock the Spear in MW3 and Warzone using this handy guide.

How to unlock Spear in MW3 and Warzone

The Spear will appear in Modern Warfare 3 multiplayer and the battle royale as part of a new battle pass sector that unlocks when the mid-season update goes live. Instead of earning tokens to obtain rewards from the sector, players will need to complete a set of challenges to add the Spear to their favorite loadouts.

As soon as the challenges for the Spear appear, we'll update the guide with all there is to know.

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How to use Spear in MW3 and Warzone

Using the spear in multiplayer and battle royale matches is extremely straightforward. At each spawn, players will have the opportunity to use three spears and can choose to utilize 'rapid piercing strikes' or throw them at the intended target. To account for distance, a reticle will appear allowing players to guide the Spear towards its final destination with ease.

If players have one or more Spears in their inventory at any one time, they can retrieve any thrown ones from the ground. For another element of strategy, the Spear can be used to pin opponents against walls.

Is the Spear worth using in MW3 and Warzone?

For those looking for a unique weapon to make an impact on the battlefield, the Spear is an excellent choice. However, with players always gravitating towards the meta and the strongest weapons available, there's a strong possibility it struggles to capture the imagination of players loading into the action.

That's all there is to know about how to unlock the Spear in MW3 and Warzone. For more, take a look at our guides revealing how to unlock the Rhea Ripley Operator and when the next double XP event is set to take place.