CoD MW2: how to pass Riot Shield (best counters)

Many CoD MW2 players have a hard time beating Riot’s shield. And this is completely understandable. This is a broken piece of equipment that can easily eat up all your ammo. And what’s worse, if the user is good, they can kill you with just two melee hits. So, in this guide, you will learn how to counter Riot Shield in CoD MW2.

How to pass Riot Shield in CoD MW2

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The best way to defeat Riot Shield in this game is to use Hammers against him. Apart from the Molotov, you can also use deadly explosives that stick to surfaces. Neither cannon nor sentry can penetrate his defenses. So it’s best to have at least one of these deadly gear. Or, if you prefer to use tactical equipment, you should use an impact stick. Here is how all these methods work:

• Using Molotov Cocktails: Molotov cocktails are especially useful because they explode on the ground and spread fire in an area. If you throw it correctly, the Shield user will take fire damage and die. This is good because you can take out multiple enemies with it. Or you can throw it directly at the shield.
• Using sticky explosives: When it comes to sticky explosives, the method is simple. Throw it straight at the shield and make sure it sticks. Wait for it to explode and you will destroy your opponent. Here is the deadly gear you can use for this:
  • Termite
  • Drill charging
  • Semtex
  • Molotov
• Using the Shock Stick: This is a tough choice because you can use the Shock Stick to electrocute them. Once your opponent is shocked, run after him or to the side and shoot at an unprotected area.
• Throwing explosives behind: if you plan on using explosives like grenades or C4. Then make sure you throw them behind the shield user to attack them from behind.

Therefore, with the counters above, you should have no trouble fighting a Riot Shield user.

That covers this guide on how to counter and defeat Riot Shield in Call of Duty MW2. Since you enjoy playing this game, I highly recommend that you check out our MW2 Wiki for more information on the multiplayer and competitive sections of this game.