CoD MW3 & Warzone: 10 Best Weapons For Season 6 (2024)

Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone are constantly evolving, with each new season bringing all-new maps, game modes, additional weapons, and unique Aftermarket Parts into the game. While additional content provides a good change of pace, the meta for both Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone is also constantly shifting, leaving some players to wonder which weapons are the best.

Season 6 brings a string of nerfs and buffs to many weapons already in the game, along with the inclusion of additional weapons earned via the Battle Pass at launch. While which weapon players decide to run with may come down to personal preference, some options perform better than others. Here are the best weapons for Season 6 of Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone.

Updated on September 23, 2024, by Nathan Round: The Season 6 update for Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone sees the debut of the DTIR 30-06, a ground-breaking weapon that has earned a high ranking in the meta. Season 6 also brings with it a long string of weapon buffs and nerfs that have allowed certain weapons to shine. As such, this guide has been updated to reflect these changes and discuss the best weapons in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone.

10 KATT-AMR

A True One-Shot Sniper For Warzone

While options like the Longbow and the KV Inhibitor are genreally preferred in Multiplayer for their higher level of handling, the KATT-AMR is the best Sniper Rifle for Warzone Battle Royale. This is largely due to its immensely high damage per shot, which provides a reliable one-shot headshot kill to opponents beyond 78 meters — even without the use of Explosive Rounds.

While the KATT-AMR is rather sluggish, it dominates the long-range meta, outclassing weapons like the XRK Stalker in sheer damage. The bullet velocity may not necessarily be the greatest. However, having a reliable one-shot Sniper Rifle without the use of a particular ammo type permits players to maximize their potential bullet velocity through the Gunsmith, allowing it to rank much higher than other Sniper Rifle options.

9 Kar98K

The Only True One-Shot Marksman Rifle

Next up is the Kar98k, a returning weapon that made its debut in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone for Season 4. In Multiplayer, bolt-action Marksman Rifles are a niche choice due to their one-shot capabilities from short to medium range, partnered with their high handling attributes. They essentially act as a fast Sniper alternative. This remains the case for the Kar98k, but when it comes to Warzone, there is one other particular attribute that makes it stand out.

In Warzone specifically, the Kar98k retains its Multiplayer ability to one-shot fully plated opponents from up to about the 50-meter mark, but only if players land a headshot. Plus, the Kar98k sports a higher ADS and sprint-to-fire speed than most other Sniper Rifles, along with a fairly high level of bullet velocity. It's a solid option for quickly gaining kills from across range, making it a standout ranged weapon for both games.

8 Superi 46

A Submachine Gun With Excellent Medium-Range Potential

The Superi 46 is another great weapon that arrived at launch for Season 4, and it is arguably one of the more versatile Submachine Guns in the game. Though SMGs are primarily built exclusively for short-range gunfights, the Superi 46 boasts the ability to dish out great damage at medium range. The bullet velocity of this weapon is also on the high end of the SMG category, firmly putting it on par with some low-end Assault Rifles.

The Superi 46 may come at a disadvantage when pitted against the likes of the FJX Horus or the Striker 9 at close range in regular Multiplayer. However, it has the advantage of outgunning opponents from afar. This versatility also makes it a superb weapon to pair with weapons from the Sniper Rifle category in Warzone. The Superi 46 also boasts exceptional mobility, and while this particular attribute has been nerfed slightly for Season 5, players do have the option to sacrifice a bit of range for some movement-boosting attachments in the Gunsmith, providing players with an excellent weapon to zoom through the battlefield with.

7 Striker

A Versatile Submachine Gun With Great Damage

The Striker has been a solid option for some time, but it now enters the top meta weapons for Season 6. The Submachine Gun category is highly competitive with the introduction of the FJX Horus and the Static-HV, but the Striker shines as the perfect middle ground between more close-range options like the aforementioned SMGs and the Superi 46.

Though it doesn't boast the best TTK in the SMG category, the Striker offers an admirable damage output thanks to its solid damage-per-shot, which can be effective at medium range due to its impressive range. It’s also fairly easy to control from a distance, allowing players to focus less on recoil control when customizing it in the Gunsmith. Pair this with the weapon's great handling attributes, and players have a versatile Submachine Gun to use in a variety of gunfight scenarios.

6 FJX Horus

A Nifty Submachine Gun With A High TTK

The FJX Horus first arrived in Season 3 and quickly became one of the go-to Submachine Guns for both Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone. Far exceeding the WSP Swarm, the FJX Horus has surged in popularity thanks to its remarkably high fire rate, granting it a DPS capable of shredding through armor plates in Warzone.

The handling attributes of the FJX Horus are also impressive. It sports one of the fastest ADS and sprint-to-fire speeds in its weapon category, making it both a solid main weapon for Multiplayer and an excellent close-range support weapon in Warzone. The only caveats of the FJX Horus are its high amount of vertical recoil and weapon kick, along with its inability to deal meaningful damage at medium range. However, with the right loadout, these flaws can be mitigated.

5 Static-HV

A Great Contender In The Close-Range Meta

The Static-HV is one of the newer additions to Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone, marking its debut for Season 5. This compact Submachine Gun resembles the FJX Horus and the WSP Swarm in design, but it excels in several key areas. Although its fire rate is slightly slower than the FJX Horus, the Static-HV boasts a faster TTK on average due to its higher damage-per-shot. It also has better bullet velocity and damage range, making it more versatile at a distance.

Another advantage of the Static-HV is its large 50-round magazine. While this does come at the expense of being unable to upgrade the magazine further via the Gunsmith, the base magazine synergizes well with the weapon's fire rate, along with freeing up an attachment slot to boost other attributes. The primary drawback of the Static-HV is its high weapon kick and visual recoil. However, with the right loadout, this can be mitigated, making it a perfect SMG for Multiplayer and a solid close-range support weapon for Warzone.

4 MCW

A Versatile Assault Rifle With Solid Range & Damage

The MCW has once again risen in the meta for Season 6 of Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone, thanks to a recent buff. This latest update has made the MCW much more effective at medium range, with a notable damage range increase at the 50- and 60-meter marks. While the MCW may not hit as hard as the STG44, its impressive fire rate helps bridge that gap.

The MCW's fire rate is quite high compared to other Assault Rifles, and it sits comfortably in the mid-range category. It's also remarkably easy to control, with only a small amount of vertical recoil, which can be easily managed by pulling down when firing. However, the weapon's handling is on the lower side, making it less suited for close-range encounters — though it does come with an excellent Aftermarket Part that enhances its performance in close-quarters combat.

3 STG44

A Heavy-Hitting Assault Rifle With Great Long Range Potential

The STG44 made its debut in Season 5, arriving alongside the Static-HV at the season's launch. Right off the bat, the STG44 is a decent weapon in the long-range meta for Warzone, boasting exceptional bullet velocity paired with high damage. Though the weapon is on the slower side for the Assault Rifle category in terms of ADS and sprint-to-fire speed, it's fairly manageable for Warzone.

For Multiplayer specifically, the STG44 retains its high damage per shot and long-range potential, which both synergize well with its decent fire rate for a high TTK. As mentioned earlier, the weapon is slightly on the slower side in terms of ADS speed, which might turn away some Multiplayer-only players. However, its attachment options are fairly versatile, making it rather viable for both modes with the right attachments. The weapon also boasts one of the clearest iron sights in the game, thus freeing up an attachment slot for enhancing other attributes.

2 DTIR 30-06

A Great Battle Rifle With Superb Accuracy & Range

The DTIR 30-06 is one of the last weapons to arrive in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone for Season 6 and has quickly become one of the top options in both games. While Battle Rifles generally aren't favored due to their lower handling and recoil control, the DTIR 30-06 seems to offer most of the advantages of a Battle Rifle, with few of the drawbacks.

One major benefit of the DTIR 30-06 is its relatively easy-to-control recoil pattern, which mainly consists of vertical weapon kick. This makes it easy to mitigate with the right attachments or by pulling down when firing at range. The DTIR 30-06 also delivers high damage for a full-auto weapon, capable of quickly eliminating opponents. When combined with its solid damage range, it becomes a formidable choice for the long-range meta.

1 BP50

A Versatile Close-To-Medium Range Assault Rifle

Finally, there is the BP50, an Assault Rifle that made its debut with the release of Season 2. While this nifty Assault Rifle is not exactly the best weapon in terms of range and damage, it does boast excellent mobility and handling. With a sprint-to-fire speed of just 168 milliseconds, the BP50 far exceeds most Assault Rifles in terms of speed, making it a favorable choice for players who like to run and gun.

While the lightweight nature of the BP50 makes it a great main weapon for Multiplayer, Warzone players will also be happy to know that it functions as a great weapon for close to medium-range gunfights. This is thanks to its fairly high fire rate, which grants it a good TTK. It also boasts minimal horizontal recoil and fairly controllable vertical recoil, making it pretty accurate for most situations.

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