How to get Cryo Freeze Ammo in MW3 fast – use our 3 best methods

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Want to learn how to get Cryo Freeze Ammo in MW3? While Zombies are easy targets in the first threat level, the difficulty ramps up as you move towards the orange threat area.

And as you work through the MW3 Zombies Act 1 missions, you’ll find yourself wanting some mods to make short work of enemy forces. Don’t expect the Zombies and Mercenaries to give you ample time to execute a finishing move in MW3. This is where Cryo Freeze Ammo comes in. 

MW3 Cryo Freeze Ammo: An image of a mod in the Zombies mode.
Use the Cryo Freeze Ammo mod to slow enemies to a halt. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Best ways to obtain Cryo Freeze Ammo in MW3 early

Complete contracts or craft Ammo Mods with a schematic to get Cryo Freeze Ammo. This lets your weapon have a chance of slowing enemies as you shoot them. Here are the best ways to quickly get Cryo Freeze Ammo in Modern Warfare 3:

  • You can get the Cryo Freeze Ammo mod schematic by clearing the Take Up Arms mission in MW3 Zombies. This Tier 1 mission in Welcome to Operation Deadbolt tasks you with purchasing a primary weapon from a Mystery Box in Zombies and killing 50 Zombies with it. Finish it and you’ll have the ammo in the acquisition stash. Here’s where to find Schematics in MW3 Zombies if you haven’t finished this mission.
  • Complete Infested Strongholds or Aether Nests for a chance at Cryo Freeze Ammo. These offer Aether Caches (chests with purple crystals) and Mercenary Caches that tend to have Ammo Mods or other items. Finish them by clearing cysts (those yellow glowing eyes). I’ve noticed that higher threat levels offer a higher chance of dropping such rare items. It’ll be a gold rarity drop and you’ll have to exfil in MW3 Zombies to use it.
  • Complete contracts that grant Cryo Freeze Ammo. Contracts are scattered throughout the MW3 Zombies map. Pick tough ones that offer Reward Rifts and Reward Caches to improve your odds. But I’ve seen them in Tier 1 threat level MWZ contracts too.
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Use Cryo Freeze Ammo to slow zombie hordes

In higher difficulties, Cryo Freeze Ammo helps your team keep zombies away as you finish contracts or attempt an exfil from the zone. It’s especially helpful with fast enemies like Hellhounds.

Is getting Cryo Freeze Ammo worth the risk in Zombies

Since much of the Zombies mode is about balancing risks and rewards, Ammo Mods are a necessity when it comes to tougher zombies and mercenaries. Among these, the Cryo Freeze Ammo is among the easiest to get, especially if you lay your hands on its schematic. This will let you get this ammo on a cooldown once in a while. It’s also needed to slow Hellhounds, fiery enemies that have high movement speed. Later on, a mission will task you with doing this as well. Note that not every bullet will have this effect. If you’re really into special effects, consider the Elemental Pop from our MW3 Zombies perks list.

That covers how to get this unique ammo in MW3 Zombies. You’ll notice that weapon rarities and mods like these are more important than just focusing on the best MW3 loadouts. Remember that dying in Zombies means that you lose all loot, including the insured weapon you bring along. So be careful with using your best weapons like the MTZ-556 loadout in MW3. You can try Zombies right now on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. Check out our MW3 Zombies tips and tricks for more ways to keep the undead from your toes.

FAQ

Is Cryo Freeze Ammo worth it in MW3?

Cryo Freeze Ammo is a great way to slow down zombie hordes and mercenary teams.

Do you need Cryo Freeze Ammo for missions in MW3 Zombies?

Cryo Freeze Ammo is needed to finish the Freezer Burn mission in Act 1.

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Antony Terence

Antony Terence is a Guides Writer for VideoGamer. While he is particularly fond of city-builders, shooters, and strategy titles, he won’t turn down a good JRPG or a turn-based roguelike.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 (2023)

  • Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox Series X
  • Genre(s): Action, Shooter