How to Get The Nuke in Warzone 3

Welcome to the Champion’s Quest guide for Warzone where we will answer the question - how to get a nuke in Warzone 3? If you’re not familiar with it, it’s an epic way to secure a win in a Warzone BR match by calling in a nuke that obliterates the entire map! However, triggering this moment isn’t easy, as it comes with strict requirements and a challenging questline.

The entire journey is called the Champion’s Quest, and it won’t be available to you right away. You must earn the right to begin it, and this guide will explain exactly how to unlock and complete the quest. With the updated version of Warzone and the introduction of the Urzikstan map, the quest to drop a nuke wasn’t initially active. But since the Season 1 Reloaded patch, that’s changed — and so have the requirements. In this guide, we’ll explain what’s new and how to drop a nuke in Warzone 3.

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Rebirth Island Nuke Quest

Rebirth Island returns in Season 3, and so does the Champion’s Quest on this map. There are plenty of reasons to pursue this explosive finale to a match. The Rebirth Island nuke quest rewards include:

• New operator skin
• New weapon camo
• New weapon decal
• New weapon charm
• New animated calling card

The objectives on Rebirth are similar to those on the larger map. While we’ll go over the full step-by-step breakdown later, here’s a quick overview: you need to achieve a certain number of total kills or consecutive wins to activate the Rebirth Island Champion’s Quest. Once activated, in your next Rebirth match, you must locate three nuke components, bring them to the launch site, and detonate the bomb — all while fighting off enemies trying to stop or steal your progress.

At the time of writing, the full specifics for the Rebirth Island version of the Nuke Quest haven’t been disclosed yet. Once that info is confirmed, we’ll update this guide accordingly.

How to Unlock the Quest?

Here’s where it gets interesting — traditionally, to unlock the quest, you needed to win five Warzone matches in a row. And in case you’re wondering: can you trigger the nuke in Resurgence? Unfortunately, no. It has to be in regular Warzone BR.

How you secure these five wins is up to you, but here are some helpful tips to get you on the right path:

• Play with a solid team: Having a coordinated squad that’s experienced in gunfights and map control significantly increases your chances. If someone on your team has already completed the Warzone 3 nuke challenge, even better.
• Land safely: Choose less contested landing zones that still offer enough loot to get you equipped for mid-game.
• Secure Strongholds: Strongholds are essential for obtaining your loadout and gaining temporary radar vision, which acts like a UAV.
• Master rotations: Unlike initial positioning, rotations are all about strategic movement as the match progresses. Timing, communication, and adaptability are key.
• Prepare multiple loadouts: Have one for long-to-mid range and another for close-to-mid range. If you can’t access a loadout drop, you should still be able to buy a solid weapon from it.

Follow these strategies to give yourself a much better shot at stringing together five wins and unlocking the path to a Warzone 3 nuke.

CoD Best Nuke Loadout

Before discussing how to actually detonate a nuke in Warzone 3, we need to set you up with the best loadout to help you secure those vital wins. While loadout preferences vary from player to player, especially between MW2 and MW3 weapon selections, we’ll suggest a reliable MW2-based setup for those who haven’t unlocked all MW3 guns yet.

TaQ-V Battle Rifle - A versatile and powerful weapon for mid-to-long-range engagements, boasting excellent damage and manageable recoil.

Attachment Type	Attachment	Description
Muzzle	ZLR Talon 5 Suppressor	Provides sound suppression, increased range, and recoil smoothness.
Barrel	18’’ Precision-6 Barrel	Offers increased damage, range, and improved hipfire accuracy.
Optic	AIM OP-V4 or other 1-1.5x optic	Optimal for comfortable mid-long range aiming.
Rear Grip	FSS Combat Grip	Increases recoil control.
Magazine	50 Round Drum	Provides more chances to finish off a target in case initial shots are missed.

Your second loadout should feature a strong SMG, and you can pair it with any sidearm in your first loadout. Use the same perk package for both classes.

Lachman Sub SMG - One of the best choices for close-quarter battles, offering impressive fire rate, damage, and mobility (especially ADS speed).

Attachment Type	Attachment	Description
Muzzle	AVR-T90 Comp	Provides vertical and horizontal recoil control
Barrel	FTAC-M-SUB 12”	Gives increased bullet velocity, damage range, recoil control, and hipfire accuracy.
Optic	VLK LZR 7MW	Provides increased ADS speed, aiming stability, and higher sprint-to-fire speed
Rear Grip	50 Round Drum	More kills without the need to reload
Magazine	LM Stockless MOD	Provides increased ADS speed, aiming stability higher sprint-to-fire speed and hip-fire recoil control.

Now let’s set up your Tactical, Lethal, and Perk Package:

• Tactical: Smoke or Stun Grenades — use Smoke to escape tough spots or reposition, and Stun to finish off enemies during early fights.
• Lethal: Drill Charges or Frag Grenades — Drill Charges are especially useful for flushing enemies out of cover.
• Perks:
  • Double Time - Longer Tactical Sprint and increased crouch movement speed.
  • Tracker - Tracks enemy footsteps and hides kill markers from opponents.
  • Spotter - Highlights enemy gear and lets you hack equipment through walls.
  • Ghost - Keeps you off enemy UAVs and heartbeat sensors.

This loadout is designed to maximize survivability and firepower in most scenarios — no need for a sniper, as they’re situational and unreliable for consistent success. Stick with these setups, master their use, and you’ll be on your way to unlocking that Champion’s Quest.

How to Complete the Champion’s Quest?

Let’s assume you’ve already pulled off the hard part — winning five matches in a row. As of Season 1 Reloaded, there’s now an alternative: winning 30 total matches will also unlock the Champion’s Quest. This change makes the challenge more accessible and opens the door for more players to attempt the nuke quest at least once per season.

Now let’s break down the steps to completing the quest:

1. Start the contract once it’s available.
2. Locate and collect three Nuke components across the map.
3. Survive until the bomb site becomes active.
4. Assemble and arm the bomb using the elements (Beryllium, Plutonium, and Tritium).
5. Defend the bomb site for two minutes until it detonates.

Here’s the catch — if your squad is eliminated at any point during the Nuke quest, you lose your shot. That means you’ll need to start over and either go for five more consecutive wins or grind out another 30 total wins.

Additionally, if another squad eliminates your team during the quest, they can pick up the contract and finish the Nuke challenge themselves. But if they also fail, the contract is lost for everyone. Once the first component is collected, the squad attempting the Nuke will be marked on the map, making them a target for the rest of the lobby. It becomes a high-stakes game of cat and mouse from that moment on.

CoD Warzone Nuke Quest Rewards

If you manage to complete the Champion’s Quest and detonate the bomb, you’ll be rewarded handsomely. There’s a total of eight exclusive items you can unlock, showcasing your achievement to the rest of the player base. The Warzone 3 nuke rewards include:

Category	Item
Operator Skin	Meltdown 240
Waapon Camo	Acerbic Roil
Emblem	Number 1
Weapon Sticker	Fire Crew
Weapon Charm	Atomic
Calling Card	Big Boom
Weapon Sticker	Warning: Nuke
Emblem	Dangerous Material

Note: These rewards are only available during Season 1 Reloaded. When Season 2 launches, they will be replaced. So if you want them, make sure you complete the quest before the end of the current season!

F.A.Q.

Can You Get a Nuke in MW3?

Yes, after the Season 1 Reloaded update, you can obtain a nuke by either winning five Warzone matches consecutively or by securing a total of 30 wins, which unlocks the Champion’s Contract.

How Many Kills For Warzone 3 Nuke?

The number of kills doesn’t matter when it comes to earning the nuke. The quest is unlocked through winning streaks (5 in a row) or total wins (30 overall), not kill count.

How Do You Get The Nuke Blueprint in MW3?

The Nuke weapon blueprint is awarded after successfully completing the Champion’s Contract and detonating the nuke in a Warzone match.

Do You Get An Emblem For Getting a Nuke in MW3?

Yes, completing the nuke quest rewards you with an exclusive emblem, along with a weapon blueprint, an operator skin, and additional cosmetic items.

Conclusion

The Nuke quest in Warzone has undergone some major changes this year, especially with the option to unlock it after 30 total wins instead of the traditional five consecutive ones. This update makes the challenge more approachable for casual and dedicated players alike.

With this guide, you now know how to start and finish the Champion’s Quest, how to gear up properly, and how to survive the intense final stage. Completing this feat grants you some of the rarest and most prestigious rewards in Warzone 3, including a powerful operator skin and a custom weapon blueprint.

So start stacking those wins, assemble your best squad, and prepare for one of the most thrilling endgames Warzone has to offer. Good luck, and Bravo-Six out.