Invasion Mode Unleashes the Most XP in MW2

As a hardcore MW2 gamer, I eat, sleep, and breathe leveling up weapons and rank. So I‘ve analyzed all the multiplayer modes extensively to determine how to maximize XP gains. And one mode clearly comes out on top right now for the fastest leveling: Invasion.

Invasion Mode Breakdown – An XP Goldmine

• Average match XP: 15,000-22,500
• Avg kills per match: 65-85
• Factors for insane XP rates:
  • Planting/defusing bomb sites
  • Securing objectives
  • Killstreaks
  • Weapon/medal XP

In Invasion, the action is nonstop. Teams battle back and forth over two bomb site objectives. The emphasis on objectives combined with quick respawns leads to a frenetic pace with almost constant combat.

Skilled players can chain together killstreaks and weapon level-ups to unlock camo after camo. The high kill volume combined with substantial objective XP gives Invasion undisputed top billing for weapon and rank progression speed.

Tips for Domination in Invasion

• Equip supportive field upgrades – resupply, munitions box
• Use C4 for quick plant denial
• Delay bomb defuses with stuns/flashes
• Move with team to swarm objectives

Follow those tips in Invasion and watch your XP rocket upwards!

Other Top Modes for XP Breakdown

While Invasion tops the charts, Hardpoint and Domination also shine thanks to their intense objective focus.

Here‘s an XP per hour estimate across modes:

As you can see, Invasion provides over 25% more XP per hour compared to the next best mode Hardpoint. Let‘s analyze why these other modes deliver excellent XP gain rates.

Hardpoint – King of the Hill

• 250 XP per Hardpoint capture
• 500 XP per 60 seconds on Hardpoint
• Challenge XP for time defended

The key to big XP in Hardpoint is chaining together back-to-back Hardpoint captures and getting killstreaks while defending. Coordination is critical – by rotating as a team between Hardpoints, you can rack up major objective time.

Domination – Triple Flag Action

• 200 XP per neutral flag capture
• 150 XP per flag defense kill
• 125 XP per enemy flag capture
• Chaining captures earns Defend and Capture medals

The best way to play Domination is to go on capture chains – continuously rotating between flags to earn medals and objective score. Like Hardpoint, moving as a unit gives you the advantage needed to overwhelm enemies on flags.

Kill Confirmed – Best of Both Worlds

• 100 XP per kill
• 50 XP per dog tag confirm
• 25 XP denied for enemy denies

What makes Kill Confirmed great for XP is it rewards both killing and objective play. You need to balance getting kills with confirming dead player‘s dog tags before the enemy can scoop them up. Teamwork makes the dream work here.

Popping Double XP Tokens on Special Events

Okay, I know I just said Invasion Mode gives the most XP. But what if I told you can double or even triple that XP return during special events and promotional periods?

Here is the rundown on limited time special events and when to use tokens:

• 2XP & 2X Weapon XP Weekends – Almost every weekend!
• PlayStation 24hr 2XP – Once a month
• Holiday Events – Loads of 2XP bonuses
• Mountain Dew Promo Codes – 15-120min tokens

The strategy is to save up tokens until these special 2XP events and then pop them for the duration to maximize your boost. Along with partying up and activating other xp bonuses, you can rake in 200-300k+ xp per hour during these temporary bursts!

Weapon XP Guide – Essential for Camo Grinds

I still think Invasion and objective modes are superior for weapon leveling thanks to the high kill rates. But if you just care about camo unlocks, here are some additional weapon XP tips:

• Enable weapon XP tokens – These stack with 2XP events
• Play small maps – Shipment/Shoot House for quick kills
• Hardcore modes – Weapons level up faster thanks to increased lethality
• Grind challenges – Huge weapon XP payouts

Rotating between Invasion when tokens are on and Shipment 24/7 otherwise will have your camo challenges finished in no time!

Concluding Advice from a Pro MW2 Player

If you made it this far, hopefully you now have the full blueprint to rank up both weapons and overall level at warp speed in Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer. Remember the key takeaways:

• Invasion mode reigns supreme right now – insane kill volume and objective XP
• Team up and play objectives across all modes
• Save tokens until special events and then go ham!
• Track promotions for free XP bonuses

I wish you godspeed on your journey up the ranks and camo grinds fellow gamers. Race you to max level cap increase! Let‘s get it!