Raven’ssecond nerf to the DMRwas much needed, andWarzoneplayers can finally use different weapons in Verdansk. After thedamage range nerfto the Kilo, players are looking for the next best AR to use at medium to long range. Themeta inWarzoneis in the best place since the game was launched, and the community is thankful that Raven is listening to player concerns.
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For the first time since last March, players have no idea whatthe best primary weapon in the gameis. When ranking an assault rifle, there are a number of important considerations including time to kill, recoil, damage range, bullet velocity, versatility, and ease of use. Below are all of the assault rifles inWarzoneranked from worst to best in season 1.
FR 5.56
The FR or Famas is notorious for being the worst assault rifle in the game. The gun’s modest damage values and wide pellet spread make it difficult to use inWarzone. If players can somehow hit all three bullets in consecutive bursts, the gun can be serviceable. However, players will rarely hit every shot due to the dispersion of the FR’s bullets.
AK-47 (Cold War)
TheBlack Ops: Cold WarAK has the worst recoil of any assault rifle in the game, and it is not even close. While theCold WarAK has good damage values, trying to control its recoil at medium range is incredibly difficult. Players would love to use the AK inWarzone, but the gun is not viable in its current state.
XM4
The XM4 is relatively low on the list due to bullet velocity and visual recoil. TheCold WarM4 actually has decent range values, and players that use it should test it out at intermediate ranges. While the gun is usable, there are much better weapons at the bottom of the list.
FAL
After the FAL nerf a few months ago, few players use the gun in Verdansk. The weapon is still very good up close and at medium range, but not very competitive at long range for a number of reasons.
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The FAL is a semi automatic weapon, and unlike the DMR, it has a bouncy recoil pattern and low damage at range. Players can still sue the weapon up close as their secondary, but it is not a top tier primary weapon.
FN Scar 17
The Scar packs a punch, but it has moderate horizontal and vertical recoil. The gun also has a limited ammo capacity of 30 rounds, which is not good enough in trios or quads. Players can pair the Scar with a sniper and use the gun’s iron sights, or use the VLK 3.0x and build the gun for ranged gunfights. There are far superior guns than the Scar inWarzone.
AK-47 (Modern Warfare)
The AK-47 is one of the most underrated guns inWarzone. With the right attachments, the AK-47 will obliterate entire teams. The main issue with the AK is its recoil after the first few bullets. The gun jumps up quickly, and players have to account for the immediate jolt to hit opponents. Skilled players can get a lot of kills with the AK, but it takes some practice to master.
Oden
The Oden is another underused weapon because it is a gun with a slow fire rate, high recoil, slow aim down sight speed, slow movement speed, and a 30 round magazine. With the right build, players that can hit their shots will down enemies with ease.
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Because of the Oden’s limitations, players that miss just a few shots will be taken down. The weapon is definitely fun to use and viable if paired witha good SMG.
Groza
The Groza is a situational weapon, and because of its S shaped recoil pattern, it is not competitive at long range. While the weapon is very good up close, the FFAR and AS VAL have better times to kill. Players looking to pair an assault rifle with a sniper are better off using the FFAR.
AS VAL
Similar to the Groza, the AS VAL is a short range weapon with moderate recoil. At point-blank range, the AS VAL can stand up against the best weapons in the game. Despite the effectiveness of the gun, it only has a 30 round magazine, which will deplete extremely quickly due to the AS VAL’s fire rate. Players can pair the AS VAL with a sniper in solos and duos.
Kilo
Even after the damage range nerf, players can still have an immense amount of fun using the gun inWarzone. The Kilo’s predictable recoil and ease of use make it a solid assault rifle in the game. At range, the gun now takes several more shots to kill an enemy. Because the Kilo was primarily a ranged weapon, many of the weapons below are better options when fighting enemies at a distance.
