In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III (MW3), specifically in modes like Warzone where gas masks are present, equipping a gas mask is typically automatic when you pick one up.
Automatic Gas Mask Equipping
Based on the mechanics found in Call of Duty: Warzone™, which is integrated into the MW3 experience, the primary method for equipping a gas mask is via an automatic system.
Here's how it works:
- Find a Gas Mask: Locate a gas mask as loot within the game world (e.g., on the ground, in crates).
- Pick it Up: Interact with the gas mask to add it to your inventory.
- Automatic Equip: If you do not currently have a gas mask equipped, picking up a new one will automatically equip it onto your Operator.
The Auto-Equip Setting
Warzone offers a setting that controls this behavior: Gas Mask Auto-Equip.
- Function: When this option is toggled On (which is the default setting), the game will automatically equip any gas mask you pick up if you don't already have one on.
- Benefit: This ensures you are prepared to enter the gas without manually fumbling through inventory menus.
- Customization: While usually on, you can typically find and adjust this setting within the in-game Options menu, often under the "Controller" or "Keyboard/Mouse" settings, specifically in the "Gameplay" section.
Table: Gas Mask Equipping Summary
| Action | Result (with Auto-Equip On) |
|---|---|
| Find Gas Mask Loot | Gas Mask is available for pickup |
| Pick Up Gas Mask | Automatically equipped |
Note: Gas mask equipping behavior is tied to game modes where the gas mechanic exists, primarily Warzone within the MW3 ecosystem.
In essence, you don't manually equip a gas mask in MW3's integrated modes like you might equip a weapon or a piece of tactical gear from a menu. The system handles it for you upon pickup, provided the auto-equip setting is active.
