Best Controller settings for Modern Warfare 3 Open Beta

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is currently available only for PlayStation users, so the best controller settings are crucial to win as many gunfights as possible. The console inputs need to be fine-tuned so that they can provide a balanced playing field against the Keyboard and Mouse players. However, it can be a tricky route as every individual has a different playstyle.

Modern Warfare 3 is comparatively faster than its 2022 prequel, as it brought back some of the most fan-favorite mechanics. However, it seems that the Aim Assist strength for the console platforms has been reduced, so it is important for players to have a better grip on their controller settings.

This article will highlight the best controller settings for Modern Warfare 3 Open Beta.

What are the best controller settings for Modern Warfare 3

Here is a list of settings that you can use to set up your controller to make the most out of MW3’s beta phase.

Controller

Inputs

Edit Button Layout: Tactical (Preset)
Bumper Ping: Off
Flip L1/L2 and R1/R2: Off
Stick Layout Preset: Default
Controller Vibration: Off
Trigger Effect: Off
Deadzone Inputs: Individual preference

Aiming

Horizontal Stick Sensitivity: 9
Vertical Stick Sensitivity: 8
Sensitivity Multiplier: 1 (for both Ground Vehicles and Tablet Sensitivity Multiplier)
Vertical Aim Axis: Standard (for both)
Tactical Stance Sensitivity Multiplier: 0.9
Aim Response Curve Type: Dynamic
ADS Sens. Multiplayer (Focus): 1
ADS Sensitivity Transition Timing: Instant
Custom Sensitivity Zoom: Individual preference

Aim Assist

Target Aim Assist: On
Aim Assist Type: BlackOps

Motion Sensor Aiming

Motion Sensor Behavior: Off
Motion Sensor Advanced Settings: N/A

Gameplay

Movement Behaviors: Automatic Tactical Sprint
Auto Move Forward: Off
Tactical Sprint Behavior: Double Tap
Grounded Mantle: Off
Automatic Airborne Mantle: Partial
Automatic Ground Mantle: Off
Invert Slide and Dive Behavior: Standard
Plunging Underwater: Trigger
Sprinting Door Bash: On
Ledge Climb Behavior: Mantle Only

Combat Behaviors

Aim Down Sight Behavior: Hold
Change Zoom Shared Input: Sprint/ Tactical Sprint/ Focus
Equipment Behavior: Hold
Weapon Mount Activation: ADS+Melee
Tactical ADS Activation: ADS+Down Button
Tactical ADS Behavior: Always
Interact/ Reload Behavior: Tap To Reload
ADS Stick Swap: Off
Weapon Mount Exit Delay: Short
Depleted Ammo Weapon Switch: Off
Quick C4 Detonation: One By One

Vehicle Behavior

Vehicle Camera Recenter: Short Delay
Camera Initial Position: Free Look
Lean-Out Activation: Melee

Overlay Behaviors

Ping Wheel Delay: Moderate
Killstreak Wheel Behavior: Hold

You can use these presets as a foundation to start playing Modern Warfare 3 and tweak them to fit your playstyle. These can also be your go-to settings as they provide a balanced yet snappy experience when taking fights or just moving around the maps.

It is important to set up the controller properly before queuing up for a match, as it is a poorly tuned device that can hinder the entire gameplay experience.

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Edited by Anirudh Padmanabhan