Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare

Optimizing Scorestreak Usage

Learn to time UAVs and Counter-UAVs, target high-value threats, and customize modules for maximum impact in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Scorestreak Usage.

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Scorestreaks can win games if used correctly:

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Optimizing Scorestreak Usage
  • UAV/Counter-UAV Timing: Deploy UAVs when your team is pushing or when you need intel. Use Counter-UAVs to deny enemy intel during their pushes or when they have high-value Scorestreaks active.
  • Targeting High-Value Streaks: If you earn a powerful Scorestreak like a Warbird or Paladin, prioritize enemy clusters, objective areas, or players on high killstreaks.
  • Module Customization: Always consider adding modules to your Scorestreaks. For example, 'Extra Duration' on a UAV or 'Sentry Gun' on a Remote Turret can significantly increase their effectiveness.
  • Team Communication: Announce when you're deploying a Scorestreak, especially a powerful one, so teammates can capitalize on its effects.
  • Defensive vs. Offensive: Some streaks are better for defense (e.g., Remote Turret, Support Drone), while others are purely offensive (e.g., XS1 Vulcan, Warbird). Choose based on the game state.

Don't hoard your Scorestreaks; use them strategically to gain momentum or turn the tide of a match. A well-timed UAV can be more impactful than a poorly placed Paladin.