How to slide cancel in Modern Warfare 3
ActivisionThe slide cancel is a great movement technique in Modern Warfare 3 that allows you to move around the map and take on enemies without losing momentum.
Whether you’re testing the game for the first time thanks to the Xbox Game Pass availability, or want a refresh on how this mechanic works, here’s how you can slide cancel on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
How to slide cancel in MW3
- Enter Tac Sprint
- Press the crouch button twice to begin sliding
- Press the jump button to cancel the slide animation
The rapid combination of the sprint, slide, and jump buttons will start the slide and swiftly “cancel” the animation, resulting in fluid movement. You can do this on both console and PC. However, if you’ve customized your settings, be sure to use the crouch and jump buttons you selected.
MW3 slide cancel button combinations
| Platform | Button combination |
|---|---|
| PlayStation | O+O+X (O = crouch; X = jump) |
| Xbox | B+B+A (B = crouch; A = jump) |
| PC | Shift+Shift+Space / C+C+Space |
What is slide cancel in Call of Duty?
The slide cancel in Call of Duty games such as MW3 is a movement mechanic that allows players to move around the map quickly and aggressively challenge enemies.
Unlike the MW 2019 version, MW3’s slide cancel doesn’t reset your Tac Sprint. This means you won’t be able to use unlimited Tactical Sprint to get around the map.
ActivisionApproaching enemies while sliding makes it challenging for them to target you as you’ll catch them off guard disrupting their field of view. It also positions you favorably to win a gunfight as the slide animation speeds up weapon readiness.
Why is slide cancel movement so popular?
Since the introduction of the slide cancel in Modern Warfare 2019, this mechanic has become essential for many Call of Duty players, enabling them to move swiftly and minimize exposure. It quickly gained popularity in Warzone as well, where mastering it significantly improved survival rates in fights.
Although the current slide cancel version varies from the original, it remains an effective tactic that doesn’t require advanced skills but offers a significant advantage over players who don’t use it.
Be sure to combine this mechanic with the best controller and audio settings to maximize your performance in the game.