Are you tired of dealing with MW3 custom classes that just won’t work? Do you find yourself constantly frustrated by the inability to create the perfect loadout for your playstyle? If so, you’re not alone.
Many MW3 players have reported issues with their custom classes not working as intended, and it can be difficult to figure out the root of the problem.
In this article, we’ll explore it and provide you with step-by-step solutions to help you fix your MW3 custom classes and get back to enjoying the game.
How To Fix Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) Custom Classes Not Working
1. Avoid Certain Perk Combinations
Some players have reported issues with specific perk combinations causing conflicts with their custom classes.
For example, combining perks like Ghost and Hijacked may cause issues with your loadout.
To avoid these conflicts, try adjusting your class setup to avoid conflicting perks.
2. Try Different Classes
If you’re still having issues with your custom classes, try using different classes in MW3.
Sometimes, the issue may be specific to one particular custom class, and using a different class may help you identify the problem.
3. Delete And Recreate Your Custom Classes
If trying different classes doesn’t work, try deleting your custom classes and recreating them from scratch. To do this
- Go to the “Create a Class” menu in MW3.
- Select the custom class you’re having issues with.
- Press the “Y” button to delete it.
- Create a new custom class with the same name and loadout.
4. Remove IFF Strobe
If you’re using the IFF Strobe attachment on your weapon, removing it may help resolve any conflicts with your custom classes.
Follow these steps to remove IFF Strove:
- Go to the “Create a Class” menu in MW3.
- Select the weapon that has the IFF Strobe attachment.
- Remove the attachment from the weapon.
5. Check Vest Gear
Make sure that your vest gear is not causing any conflicts with your custom classes.
Some vest gear may conflict with certain perks or attachments, causing issues with your loadout.
Try removing your vest gear and see if it helps.
6. Clear Cache
Clearing your game cache can help resolve issues with custom classes and is a relatively simple solution.
Follow these steps to clear cache on your platform:
Xbox 360:
- Go to your dashboard and select “Settings.”
- Select “System” and then “Storage.”
- Select your hard drive and then “Games and Apps.”
- Find MW3 and select it.
- Press the “Y” button to bring up the options menu.
- Select “Clear System Cache” and confirm your choice.
Xbox One:
- Turn off your Xbox One completely.
- Unplug the power cable from the back of the console.
- Wait 30 seconds.
- Plug the power cable back into the console and turn it on.
PlayStation 3:
- Go to the Settings menu.
- Select System Settings.
- Select Storage.
- Highlight Game Data and press the Triangle button.
- Select Delete Game Data.
- Select Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and press the X button.
- Select Delete and confirm your selection.
PC:
- Open the Start menu and type %localappdata%\Activision\Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3. Press Enter.
- Delete the players folder.
- Open the Steam client.
- Go to your Library and select Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. Right-click the game and select Properties.
- Click the Local Files tab.
- Click the Verify integrity of game files… button.
- Wait for Steam to verify the game files.
7. Delete And Reinstall Modern Warfare III
Reinstalling the game may be a more drastic solution, but it can help ensure that all game files are fresh and up to date.
Follow these steps to delete and reinstall Modern Warfare III on your platform:
Xbox 360:
- Go to the “Settings” menu on your Xbox 360 dashboard.
- Select “System” and then “Storage.”
- Select “Games and Apps” and find MW3.
- Press the “A” button to bring up the options menu.
- Select “Delete” and confirm your choice.
- Insert the MW3 game disc or download the game from the Xbox Live Marketplace.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the game.
Xbox One:
- Go to “My Games and Apps” on your Xbox One dashboard.
- Highlight MW3 and press the “Menu” button on your controller.
- Select “Uninstall” and confirm your choice.
- Go to the Xbox Store and search for MW3.
- Select the game and choose “Install.”
PlayStation 3:
- Go to the “Game” menu on your PlayStation 3 dashboard.
- Highlight MW3 and press the “Triangle” button on your controller.
- Select “Delete” and confirm your choice.
- Insert the MW3 game disc or download the game from the PlayStation Store.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the game.
PC (Steam):
- Go to “Control Panel” on your PC.
- Select “Programs and Features” and find MW3 in the list.
- Select MW3 and choose “Uninstall.”
- Insert the MW3 game disc or download the game from a digital platform like Steam or the Blizzard Battle.net app.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the game.
8. Check For Update
Ensuring that your game is up to date with the latest patches and updates is always a good first step when troubleshooting issues with MW3 custom classes.
Follow these steps to check for update on your platform:
Xbox 360:
- Go to the “Settings” menu on your Xbox 360 dashboard.
- Select “System” and then “Network Settings.”
- Select “Test Xbox Live Connection” to ensure that your console is connected to the internet.
- If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompts to download and install it.
Xbox One:
- Go to “My Games and Apps” on your Xbox One dashboard.
- Highlight MW3 and press the “Menu” button on your controller.
- Select “Manage Game.”
- If an update is available, it will be displayed under “Updates.”
- Select the update and choose “Install.”
PlayStation 3:
- Go to the “Game” menu on your PlayStation 3 dashboard.
- Select “Game Data Utility.”
- Find MW3 and press the “Triangle” button on your controller.
- Select “Delete” and confirm your choice.
- Insert the MW3 game disc or download the game from the PlayStation Store.
- If an update is available, it will be downloaded and installed automatically.
PC:
- Open the Steam client on your PC.
- Go to your Steam Library and find MW3.
- If an update is available, it will be downloaded and installed automatically.
9. Contact Modern Warfare III Customer Support
If you’ve tried all of the above solutions and are still experiencing issues with your custom classes, contact MW3 support for further assistance.
They may be able to provide additional solutions or escalate the issue to their development team for further investigation.