Best ‘Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6’ weapons and guns

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Weapons: A soldier can be seen alongside his teammate.

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 has a solid selection of weapons that can be used with great loadouts and class setups. But, even in these early days of the game, a few weapons have become standout picks as the best Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 weapons while others are completely overpowered.

In this guide, we will cover the main standouts right now, with some weapons for close-range playstyles and others for snipers. However, the game is SMG dominant due to the fast pace of the gameplay, so do expect a few SMGs in here compared to other weapons.

Best Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 weapons

The best weapons and guns in the Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 are:

  • 1. PP-919 – best SMG
  • 2. KSV – best high damage SMG
  • 3. AMES 85 – best assault rifle
  • 4. XM4 – best all-around assault rifle
  • 5. GPR 91 – best accurate assault rifle
  • 6. Jackal PDW – best mobility SMG
  • 7. SVD – best sniper rifle
  • 8. Marine SP – best shotgun
  • 9. DM-10 – best marksman rifle
  • 10. PU-21 – best LMG
Black Ops 6 Best Guns: The PP-919 can be seen
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1. PP-919

The PP-919 is the best gun in the game right now, closely matched with the KSV in our second spot. The gun has 60 bullets in a mag by default, which allows you to go on high killstreaks. Add onto that its relatively high fire rate, good handling and damage potential and you have a smooth, clean SMG that reminds us of the previous appearances this gun has had in the series – like Modern Warfare 3 (2011).

You will have to accomodate for some of its downsides but they can easily be overcome with a few attachments. Don’t overlook this excellent SMG.

Black Ops 6 Best Guns: The KSV can be seen
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2. KSV

An overlooked SMG compared to the PP-919 and the Jackal PDW is the KSV. This gun has one of the highest damage outputs of any SMG. The right attachments and an optic can help reduce the recoil, making this weapon a menace if used correctly. It isn’t getting the spotlight it deserves right now but it is undoubtedly one of the best options for players.

We have been able to pull off some ridiculously high killstreaks with it and dropped 50+ kills in a game, especially on the smaller maps like Babylon, Subsonic, and Skyline.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Weapons: The AMES 85 can be seen in the menu
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3. AMES 85

The next weapon on this list is the AMES 85. This is the best assault rifle in the game and also one of the most accurate (although not the most). While it doesn’t have the power of the AK-47, it has an incredible set of stats that allow you to stay on target thanks to minimal recoil, sway, and decent overall damage range.

Attachments can make this weapon even more reliable, reducing its damage falloff and giving you a bit of mobility. Our Black Ops 6 AMES 85 loadout has everything you need.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Weapons: The XM4 can be seen in the menu
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4. XM4

Next up is another assault rifle: the XM4. This is the first weapon you have access to, and it is the jack-of-all-trades AR in this game. There is nothing particularly bad about it and it has a solid set of stats that mean it can be used at any range with the right attachments. It won’t excel at one thing like the AMES 85 does, but you can still rack up impressive kill streaks with it.

For a great class setup to compliment the weapon, be sure to read through our Black Ops 6 XM4 loadout guide.

Black Ops 6 Best Guns: The GPR 91 can be seen
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5. GPR 91

An overlooked weapon in the game right now is the GPR 91. While it doesn’t have the best mobility, the GPR 91 with the right attachments is an absolute laserbeam, capable of hitting enemies across the map if you are accurate. Few other assault rifles can do this and that is why it gets a spot on this list.

You will want to put a scope on it, as the iron sights are terrible. But, boost your range, recoil control, and bullet velocity with the Gunfighter Wildcard and you will be pulling off some high killstreaks with it.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Weapons: The Jackal PDW can be seen in the menu
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6. Jackal PDW

The Jackal PDW is by far the most consistent SMG in Black Ops 6 right now and the most mobile. In the beta this weapon dominated, but other SMGs have taken its place due to their high fire rate, good stability, and damage. It is being run by most pros and content creators for a reason because it is so strong and consistent in matches.

The added mobility and the damage potential makes it a great choice for any run-and-gun build making use of omnimovement. For a great set-up for the gun, check out our Black Ops 6 Jackal PDW loadout guide.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Weapons: The SVD can be seen in the menu
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7. SVD

For those snipers out there, the SVD is the stronger choice in currently, as it takes a lot of levelling up for the rest of the snipers to become effective. It is capable of landing a one-hit kill on the upper body, shoulders, and head, allowing you to rack up back-to-back kills effortlessly. Skilled snipers are already earning incredible Plays of the Game with the SVD.

Add some solid attachments on to it and it can be customised for stakeout sniping from one spot or run-and-gun playstyles. It really is that flexible, and with some practice and the right loadout, you can destroy teams in Hardpoint and Domination where there are objectives to focus your attention on. You can find a great build in our SVD loadout guide.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Weapons: The Marine SP can be seen in the menu
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8. Marine SP

For those who want a shotgun build, then the Marine SP can be exceptionally strong. However, it is somewhat inconsistent. But when you are able to land your shots on target, remain at close range as much as possible within buildings, and stay off the radar, it is incredibly powerful, capable of landing one hit kills back-to-back on entire teams.

It is the better shotgun in the game currently and it can be a force to be reckoned with in the right hands.

Black Ops 6 Best Guns: The DM-10 can be seen
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9. DM-10

The DM-10 stands out as the top Marksman Rifle in the game currently, due to its high fire-rate, accuracy, and range. All three of these put together make it exceptionally strong, albeit a little clunky to use. If you are looking for a Marksman Rifle, then the DM-10 is your best option, you will just have to adjust your gameplay to fit its playstyle.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Best Guns: The PU-21 can be seen
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10. PU-21

The PU-21 and LMGs in general are in a weird spot in Black Ops 6. The game’s pace doesn’t fit them at all and most struggle to keep up with the nimbler weapons. But if there was one that stands out, it is the PU-21, the lightweight LMG of the options in the game right now. It has suprisingly high damage and some good recoil attachments can make it more accurate than it is out of the box.

So, if you are looking for an LMG to use, the PU-21 is the best option.

For even more on the game, be sure to check out all the prestige rewards you can earn. On top of that, we have the full list of Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 weapons and how to unlock them within the beta. Keep up to date with the game’s current server status here. Be sure to check out our suggestions for the best Black Ops 6 controller settings as well.

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