All the best guns for Battle Royale and DMZ ranked in this gun tier list for Warzone 2. Read on to see the best guns to use and ensure your victory on the battlefield!
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List of Contents
- Tier List
- Best Guns to Use in Battle Royale
- Tier List Criteria
- Related Guides
Best Guns Tier List
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List of All Weapons
What is Your Favorite Warzone 2.0 Gun?
RPK 42
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TAQ-56 41
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M4 26
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Victus XMR 17
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Kastov 762 11
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Lachmann-556 5
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Other (Tell Us in the Comments!) 3
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Which gun is your favorite so far in Warzone 2.0? Take part in the poll, or let us know down in the comments section what gun you're bringing to the battlefield!
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Best Guns to Use in Battle Royale
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SS-Tier Weapons
TAQ-56
The TAQ-56's high fire rate and low recoil makes it one of the best weapons to use in Warzone 2. Given its decent damage output and easy to control recoil, players have been opting to use this weapon in Battle Royale and DMZ.
TAQ-56 Best Loadout and Attachments
RPK
It is no surprise that the RPK light machine gun has gained popularity among Warzone players given its capacity to melt enemies at any range. With its high damage output and low recoil, players can post up in elevated positions to secure easy frags throughout a match.
RPK Best Loadout and Attachments
Fennec 45
The Fennec 45 claims the best submachine gun title in Warzone 2 with its incredible fire rate and damage output. Although there are a lot of open areas in the new Warzone map, Al Mazrah, this SMG option still boasts a high pick rate given its weapon category.
Fennec 45 Best Loadout and Attachments
Victus XMR
The new Victus XMR claims the best sniper rifle title in Warzone 2. This weapon has the capacity for one-shot kills at any range, making it a deadly weapon to wield in Al Mazrah.
Victus XMR Best Loadout and Attachments
S-Tier Weapons
M4
Making its expected return in the Warzone 2.0 guns tier list is the M4 assault rifle. This weapon's balanced base stats makes it the ideal starting weapon in Warzone 2.
M4 Best Loadout and Attachments
Lachmann-556
The Lachmann-556 is a solid option for ranged gunfights given its easy to control recoil and solid damage output. With the appropriate attachments, you can further reduce the recoil of the Lachmann-556 which can easily melt enemies in mid to long range gunfights.
Lachmann-556 Best Loadout and Attachments
RAAL MG
The RAAL MG boasts its incredible power with quick time-to-kill stats and impressive recoil. Make sure to equip a preferred optic to make those ranged shots more precise.
RAAL MG Best Loadout and Attachments
FSS Hurricane
The FSS Hurricane drops down a bit in Warzone 2 compared to its usage in MW2 Multiplayer. Despite the slight drop in popularity, this gun remains as a solid SMG option to wield in Battle Royale and DMZ.
While it does not have the best range among its SMG counterparts, the FSS Hurricane does boast enhanced stability and increased ammo for higher chances of survivability.
FSS Hurricane Best Loadout and Attachments
A-Tier Weapons
MX9
The MX9 makes an impressive return in Warzone 2 as one of the best SMGs to use in Battle Royale and DMZ. Designed for run-and-gun action, the MX9 boasts a decent damage output and low recoil.
MX9 Best Loadout and Attachments
STB 556
The STB 556 offers impressive damage ouptut and range, making it a great option for ranged gunfights. Make use of its burst-action feature to truly feel its firepower.
STB 556 Best Loadout and Attachments
Kastov 762
Given its high pick rate in Warzone 2, it is no surprise that the Kastov 762 remains as one of the best ARs to wield in Warzone 2.0. With its solid stats on damage, range, and handling, players can expect to secure multiple frags in Warzone 2.
Kastov 762 Best Loadout and Attachments
B-Tier Weapons
VEL 46
Suited for the run-and-gun playstyle, the VEL 46 finds value in Warzone 2.0 in tight areas such as buildings and houses. This weapon can be effective in taking down enemies at point blank range so try clearing Strongholds with this weapon.
VEL 46 Best Loadout and Attachments
MCPR-300
The MCPR-300 champions versatility with its high damage and accuracy. Although this weapon does have the slowest fire rate among sniper rifles, it is still a solid option in Battle Royale and DMZ.
MCPR-300 Best Loadout and Attachments
HCR 56
The HCR 56 is another solid LMG option that finds high value in the open spaces of Al Mazrah. Given its high damage output and decent handling, players will find themselves surviving in longer periods of time while playing Warzone 2.
HCR 56 Best Loadout and Attachments
Kastov-74u
An alternative to the M4 and Kastov 762 is the reliable Kastov-74U. With its high fire rate and decent range, the Kastov-74U allows players to take down enemies from mid to long range encounters.
Kastov-74u Best Loadout and Attachments
C-Tier Weapons
LA-B 330
This bolt-action sniper rifle offers decent base damage and range, making it a good option in Warzone 2. It is recommened to run a quickscope class when using this weapon in Warzone 2.
LA-B 330 Best Loadout and Attachments
PDSW 528
While it does not have the highest pick rate, the PDSW 528 remains as a solid option for Warzone 2. Given its already decent recoil control, players can focus on improving its damage output when preparing its attachments.
PDSW 528 Best Loadout and Attachments
TAQ-M
The TAQ-M marksman rifle offers solid numbers in damage and range but falls short when it comes to mobility. However, this weapon is still a solid option for Warzone players that prefer to play more passively.
TAQ-M Best Loadout and Attachments
SP-X 80
The SP-X 80 is only a secondary option right behind the Victus XMR. This weapon is decent for Al Mazrah with its quickscoping capacity and high chance of securing one-shot kills.
SP-X 80 Best Loadout and Attachments
Tier List Criteria
Ranking Criteria
These are the factors considered in ranking the weapons for Warzone 2. Overall pick rate and popularity were also considered in determining the rankings for each gun in the tier list.
- SS Tier - These weapons are considered powerful even without attachments. With upgrades attached, these weapons can mow down full squads in the hands of the right player.
- S Tier - Still considered formidable and reliable even without attachments. With the right modifications for these guns, they can be considered on the same level as SS tier weapons.
- A Tier - High-risk, high-reward guns requiring above average skill level to be fully effective due to factors such as recoil control and damage output.
- B Tier - Used as secondary weapons or for situational purposes only, such as clearing out interiors of buildings or sniping out enemies from a distance.
- C Tier - These guns should be used as a last resort and should immediately be replaced once a better weapon appears on the ground loot.
NOTE: This weapons tier list only considers the base stats of each gun. Its maximum potential can be viewed under each weapon section through the best loadout and attachments link.
Warzone 2.0 Related Guides
Tips and Tricks
Warzone 2.0 Tips and Tricks
Strongholds Guide | What are Buy Stations? |
How to Ping Enemies | How Does the Interrogation System Work? |
Best Items to Loot | Can You Play Split Screen on Warzone 2.0? |
How to Unlock All Vehicle Skins | Best Settings |
How to Turn On Contextual Tap | How to Refill Vehicles |
Best Audio Settings for Hearing Footsteps | How to Play Resurgence in Season 2 |
What is AQ Soldier Kills? | How to Complete Safecracker Contract |
How to Complete Secure Intel Contract | How to Add People on Warzone 2.0 |
How to Check Your Warzone 2.0 Stats | How to Play Mini Royale |
Do You Need PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live to Play? | What Is Assimilation Refill? |
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Battle Royale Guides
Best Warzone 2.0 Loadouts | Proximity Chat Guide |
Black Sites Guide | Best Locations to Drop In |
What is Circle Collapse? | How to Get Your Loadout |
What is the Gulag? | How to Get the Nuke Contract |
Best Guns for Warzone 2.0 | Best TAQ-56 Build |
Best RPK Build | Best Fennec 45 Build |
Best M13B Build | Best Sniper Class |
Can You Change Perks? | Ashika Island |
Is Plunder Coming to Warzone 2? | When Does Jailbreak Happen? |
What is Restore Honor in Resurgence? | How to Get Sea Treasure Tokens |
DMZ Guides
All DMZ Key Locations | |
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Ashika Island Key Locations | Building 21 Key and Location |
Ahmed Grocery Store Key and Location | Far South Eastern Storage Key and Location |
Taraq Smuggler's Office Key and Location | Power Substation Toolbox Key and Location |
Yum Yum Burger Back Room Key and Location | Kushaak Construction Warehouse Key and Location |
Taraq River Supply Shack Key and Location | Downtown Post Office Key and Location |
Mountaintop Spotter Shack Key and Location | Longshoreman's Duffel Bag Key and Location |
IHTAQ Warehouse Supply Room Key and Location | South Bank Apartment Key and Location |
Rohan Oil Control Room Locker Key and Location | Enfer Back Room Key and Location |
CH7 Secure Records Room Key and Location | Weapons Repair Kit Key and Location |
Hafid Ship Bridge Cache Key and Location | Scientist's Locker Key and Location |
South Zaya Scientist Apartment Key and Location | Bank of Adal Office Keys and Location |
Sattiq Guest Quarters Key and Location | - |
Other DMZ Guides | |
All DMZ Faction Missions and List of Rewards | How to Get Weapon Cases and Rewards |
How to Find the Golden Skull and Ship Cache Locations | How to Complete Secure Nuclear Material Contract |
Natural Treasure: All Hidden Container Locations | Badge of Honor DMZ Mission: All Police Station Locations |
Dead Drop Dumpster Location | How to Get Building 21 Weapon Cases |
How to Get Ashika Island Weapon Cases | - |