How to Use Permanent Unlocks in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4

Permanent Unlocks are an important part of the Prestige system in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. They allow players to keep specific weapons, equipment, perks, and other multiplayer items unlocked even after resetting their rank through Prestige. This can save considerable time, especially when trying to access high-level equipment without grinding through the same progression levels again.

However, the game does not make the process particularly obvious. Players must navigate through the Career and Progression menus to find the option to spend their tokens. Here is everything you need to know about earning and using Permanent Unlock Tokens in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.

What Are Permanent Unlocks in Modern Warfare 4?

Permanent Unlock Tokens allow players to keep one selected item from the Multiplayer Level Unlocks progression track permanently available. Normally, entering Classic Prestige resets your player level and locks previously unlocked items again.

With a Permanent Unlock Token, you can select one item that will remain accessible regardless of your current level or how many times you enter Prestige.

These tokens are particularly useful for items that take considerable time to unlock. Some weapons, perks, equipment, and Killstreaks become available much later in the standard progression system.

It is worth remembering that Permanent Unlock Tokens are connected to the Classic Prestige system. Choosing Regular Prestige does not reward you with a token.

How to Get Permanent Unlock Tokens in Modern Warfare 4

Before spending a token, you need to earn one through the Prestige system.

Follow these steps:

1. Play Multiplayer and progress through the standard player levels.
2. Reach Level 55 and complete the progression track.
3. Open the Prestige menu when the option becomes available.
4. Choose the Classic Prestige path.
5. Complete the Prestige selection to receive your Permanent Unlock Token.

Classic Prestige resets your player level to Level 1 and relocks items from the regular progression track. In exchange, you receive a 20% XP boost, bonus cosmetic rewards, and one Permanent Unlock Token.

Regular Prestige works differently. It allows you to restart your progression while keeping your existing level unlocks and Create-a-Class content. However, it does not provide a Permanent Unlock Token.

How to Use Permanent Unlock Tokens

Once you have earned a token, you can spend it through the Career menu. The option is located inside the Multiplayer Level Unlocks section, rather than directly inside Create-a-Class.

Here is the complete process:

1. Open the main Multiplayer lobby.
2. Open the side navigation menu on the left side of the screen.
3. Select your player profile to access the Career menu.
4. Navigate to the Progression section.
5. Select the Multiplayer Level Unlocks tab.
6. Browse the progression track and highlight the item you want to unlock permanently.
7. Look for the Spend Permanent Unlock Token option in the bottom-left corner.
8. Select the option and confirm your decision.

Once confirmed, the selected item will remain unlocked throughout your future level progression and Prestige resets.

You can use the same process whenever you earn another Permanent Unlock Token.

Which Items Should You Permanently Unlock?

Choosing the right item is important because each token can only be spent on one progression item. Instead of immediately using it on your favourite weapon, consider which unlocks will save you the most time.

Here are some categories worth prioritising:

• Perks: Certain high-level perks can make a significant difference to your multiplayer loadouts. Keeping them available saves you from waiting to reach their original unlock levels.
• Equipment: Tactical and lethal equipment can be useful across different loadouts, making permanent access valuable.
• Field Upgrades: These can improve your overall multiplayer performance, particularly when building specialised classes.
• Killstreaks: High-level Killstreaks are worth considering if you regularly use them in your matches.
• Weapons: Permanently unlocking a weapon can be useful, but consider whether you already have access to its base version through a Weapon Blueprint.