How to get Operator Assault Kills in MW3? – Here’s the 2 best maps to get Operator Assault Kills

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Wondering how to get Operator Assault Kills in MW3? We’ve got you covered Activision’s latest Call of Duty installment comes with a bunch of challenges that can be confusing sometimes. From the game’s Zombie mode to multiplayer, you’ll come across various tasks that although will reward you quite handsomely, won’t be easy to complete. A lot of these tasks stem from the Weekly Challenges, unlike Daily Challenges which are easier.

So unless you’ve been playing Call of Duty titles online for a long time, some of these challenge requirements will seem new to you. But fret not as in this guide we’ll be taking you through how to get operator assault kills in MW3. After learning how to do it, you should check out our MW3 multiplayer tips and tricks on how to get better and level up fast. 

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What are Assault Kills in MW3? 

Assault Kills are when you put down an enemy who is actively contesting an objective. This would include enemies who are actively defending an objective, such as by capturing or defending a flag in Domination or Hardpoint, as well as enemies who are actively trying to capture an objective, such as by standing on the objective or in the capture radius.

Some objectives like flags in Domination, require players to be within a certain proximity to capture them, but it is not necessary to be standing directly on the objective for it to capture. In these cases, a kill on an enemy who is not standing directly on the objective but is still within the capture radius should still count as an Assault Kill.

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To increase your chances of earning Assault Kills, consider playing Hardpoint as it features objectives that are getting regular contests. Domination is another viable option, but for optimal results, focus on the B flag area, as this location typically attracts the highest gathering of enemies.

How to get Operator Assault Kills in MW3

You can get Operator Assault Kills in MW3 by eliminating enemy players actively engaged in defending objectives within objective-based game modes. 

Operator Assault Kills are particularly valuable in objective-based game modes like Hardpoint, Domination, and Headquarters, where securing and maintaining control over objectives is crucial for victory. 

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Also, getting Operator Assault Kills requires you to put your Operator’s unique skills and killstreaks to use effectively while actively engaging enemies within the vicinity of a contested objective. This combination of strategic gameplay and precise execution makes Operator Assault Kills a challenging yet rewarding accomplishment in MW3. 

So to complete the Weekly Challenges, hop into Hardpoint, Control, or Domination, and eliminate enemies on or around objective points and you should complete the challenge after a few matches. Based on my experience, Hardpoint appears to be the most effective mode of getting lots of operator assault kills. 

That’s all we have for you for now. If you’d like to check out more guides, consider checking our MW3 zombies tips and tricks on how best to survive against hordes of the undead. You might also be interested in knowing the best Wall Buys locations in Urzikstan or even whether MW3 zombies is split screen.

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How can I track my progress towards getting Assault Kills?

You can track your progress by looking at your player statistics. Your player statistics will show you how many Assault Kills you have earned, as well as your Assault Kill ratio.

What are some mistakes to avoid when aiming for Assault KIlls?

Some of the most common mistakes players make when trying to get Assault Kills includes:

  • Rushing into firefights
  • Not using cover
  • Not being patient

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Isa Muhammad

Isa is a Guides Writer for Videogamer with 5+ years experience as a Games Journalist. If he's not reading, playing games or catching up on his favourite TV series, he's writing about them.

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