Season 3 brings fresh Warzone weapon balances! Find out which guns are in and out of the meta now.
With the dawn of Warzone Season 3, the battlefield has undergone significant changes, particularly in the weapon meta. The once-reigning king, the Ram-7 assault rifle, has seen a notable nerf, potentially altering its status as a go-to weapon. Meanwhile, the HRM remains largely unaffected in the SMG category, standing tall as competitors like the AMR9 and RAM9 face reductions in power. Let’s delve into the comprehensive adjustments across weapon categories, highlighting the buffs and nerfs shaping the new Warzone landscape.
Pistols
- WSP Stinger: Received a buff with its Akimbo Rear Grip’s rate of fire increasing to 750rpm from 600rpm.
- Renetti: Its max damage range has been extended to 12.95 meters, up from 11.68.
| Weapon | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| WSP Stinger | Buff | Akimbo WSP Stinger Rear Grip Increased rate of fire to 750rpm, up from 600rpm. |
| Renetti | Buff | Max Damage Range increased to 12.95 meters, up from 11.68. |
Sniper Rifles
- SP-X 80, KV Inhibitor, and XRK Stalker: All experienced a nerf, mainly through increased sprint to fire and aim down sight times, making them less agile in combat.
| Weapon | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| SP-X 80 | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time to 310ms, up from 270ms. Increased aim down sight time to 590ms, up from 570ms. |
| KV Inhibitor | Nerf | Increased aim down sight time to 580ms, up from 540ms. |
| XRK Stalker | Nerf | Increased aim down sight time to 600ms, up from 580ms. |
Marksman Rifles
- Tempus Torrent: Suffered a nerf with its max damage decreasing to 70 from 74, potentially impacting its lethality.
| Weapon | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tempus Torrent | Nerf | Max Damage decreased to 70, down from 74. |
Light Machine Guns (LMGs)
- The LMG category sees a mix of buffs and nerfs. RAAL MG, TAQ Evolvere, and Bruen Mk9 have been nerfed, affecting their sprint to fire times, aim down sight times, and damage output. Conversely, HCR 56, Rapp H, Taq Eradicator, and Bas-P have been buffed, enhancing damage, damage ranges, and damage modifiers, promising to elevate their performance on the field.
| Weapon | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| RAAL MG | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time and aim down sight time. |
| HCR 56 | Buff | Max Damage Range and damage modifiers for arm, hand, and legs increased. |
| Rapp H | Buff | Upper Torso & Neck and Arm and Hand Modifiers increased. |
| TAQ Evolvere | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time, aim down sight time, and decreased rate of fire for 5.56 Belt Magazines. |
| Taq Eradicator | Buff | Max Damage increased to 30, up from 28. |
| Bruen Mk9 | Nerf | Min Damage decreased and decreased aim down sight time. |
Submachine Guns (SMGs)
- This category witnesses a significant shake-up. Lachmann Sub, MX9, and Bas-P have been buffed, increasing their max damage and damage ranges. However, the WSP Swarm, WSP-9, Striker 9, Striker, HRM-9, Rival-9, AMR9, and RAM-9 have all been nerfed, mainly in terms of sprint to fire times and damage output, altering the dynamics of close-quarters combat.
| Weapon | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Bas-P | Buff | Max Damage increased to 28, up from 26. |
| Lachmann Sub | Buff | Max Damage and Max Damage Range increased. |
| MX9 | Buff | Near-Mid Damage and Max Damage Range increased. |
| WSP Swarm | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time. |
| WSP-9 | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time. |
| Striker 9 | Nerf | Max Damage Range increased and increased sprint to fire time. |
| Striker | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time. |
| HRM-9 | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time. |
| Rival-9 | Nerf | Increased sprint to fire time. |
| AMR9 | Nerf | Decreases in Max and Min Damage, Near-Mid Damage, and ranges. |
| RAM-9 | Nerf | Max Damage decreased and decreased sprint to fire time. |
Battle Rifles
- Sidewinder enjoys a buff, becoming faster and more lethal with decreased sprint to fire time and increased bullet velocity. However, SOA Subverter, MTZ-762, and Bas-B face nerfs, reducing their effectiveness at range and in quick engagements.
| Weapon | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewinder | Buff | Decreased sprint to fire time and increased bullet velocity. |
| SOA Subverter | Nerf | Decreases in Max and Near-Mid Damage Range and increased sprint to fire and aim down sight times. |
| MTZ-762 | Nerf | Decreases in Max and Near-Mid Damage. |
| Bas-B | Nerf | Decreased rate of fire and recoil center speed. |
Assault Rifles
- Tempus Razorback, FR Avancer, M13C, and Lachmann-556 have received buffs, enhancing their damage output and modifiers, potentially elevating them as favorable choices in the new meta. On the other hand, DG-56 and Ram-7 are on the receiving end of nerfs, particularly the Ram-7, which has seen significant reductions in damage and range.
Conclusion
Warzone Season 3 introduces a refreshing shift in weapon dynamics, with significant adjustments across all categories. The nerf of the Ram-7 and subtle changes to SMGs like the HRM-9 suggest a reevaluation of the prevalent meta, encouraging players to explore and adapt to new weapon builds and strategies. As always, mastering the changes and finding the right setup will be key to dominating the Warzone.
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