I've been getting down and dirty with MW2 and I figured I'd share my current class loadout. Each one is a distinct way of playing and fun in its own right. This isn't your slow noobstick console version though, it's your hardcore twitchy PC version. I'll post some vids soon.Knifer
Probably my favorite class currently, it relies on speed, misdirection and hitting the enemy from where they least expect it.
Weapons
The P90 has a huge clip so it's great for dancing around up close with an enemy if you miss. The Magnum packs a good punch for aimed shots.
Equipment
Drop this down in a hidden area behind your enemy to give yourself a sneaky start.
Special Grenades
Use this to cover your escape or confuse enemies.
Perks
- Marathon Pro
- Lightweight Pro
- Commando Pro
Marathon so you never have to stop sprinting, Lightweight gives you that speed boost to get in close faster. Commando increases the range of your knife and mitigates fall damage letting you drop into unexpected places.
Deathstreak
As a knifer you'll usually be really close to someone when they manage to kill you, so dropping a live grenade is the best choice for payback.
Strategy
Ruuuuuuuuunnnnnnnn..... this class is best used constantly on the move. At the beginning of a round go for a lesser travelled path that will get you deep into enemy territory. You always want to be surrounded by enemies, not friends. You can run much faster than most other people so getting deep into the enemy area should be fairly easy. Head to the back of the map and start working your way forward. Remember to drop your Tactical Insertion somewhere hidden at the back of the map so that if you die, you don't have to sprint through enemy lines again.
Just keep sprinting and checking common camping spots. Always try to keep yourself out of long lines of sight and work in tight quarters and around corners. Remember, the knife carries you forward so knife early. You'll get the range after a few kills.
Once you come upon your hapless foes, you'll most likely be in one of 4 situations.
1. The enemy has their back to you and is alone. This is the second best case situation, sprint up and stab them in the back.
2. The enemy is facing you and is alone. The enemy has spotted you and is most likely firing at you. If they're close enough, just rush straight for them and knife em. If you've got a bit of distance from them, either strafe left and right while charging them or duck back around a corner until they are reloading and then charge.
3. The enemies have their backs to you and are in a group. This is the best case situation. Start knifing from the back of the group. Drop them one by one, making sure to prioritize any that start turning around or moving. If they notice you, drop a smoke grenade, back off and take another approach.
4. The enemies are facing you and are in a group. This is the worst case situation. 9/10 times, someone will nail you. If you're lucky enough to get around a corner, drop your smoke grenade and bail out. Look for another route.
Most maps have a natural flow and the key is to work your way through the rear of the enemy up to the front where your two teams are fighting. The front will shift but where you should be will not, always in the rear, surrounded by enemies and alone.
--------> fighting <--------
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| their side | your side
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------< you are here ------
Good luck and remember, keep moving. Video example coming soon.
