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Activision has officially released and begun with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1. This means that every game mode will help you level up the Battle Pass and unlock new rewards.
As with every Call of Duty season, the weapon meta changes. Every mode has its most-used weapons, and they can be very different from one another. DMZ requires one kind of weapon, Warzone another, and so on. The same goes for the fast-paced, all-out multiplayer mode. This guide will tell you the best weapons to use in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1!
Assault Rifles
These are the go-to weapons for the majority of players. There is nothing more trustworthy than a good assault rifle: powerful, quick, and lethal. These types of rifles are the go-to weapons when creating a loadout for multiplayer or going into a mission in the DMZ. They have a good amount of bullets to kill two or three enemies with a single magazine. Their popularity dates back to the very first Call of Duty.
Cronen Osprey
Among the newest weapons in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is the Cronen Osprey. This assault rifle, with a 31-round magazine, is an absolute beast. It has almost no recoil and a spectacular fire rate. It is currently among the meta weapons in every mode, especially multiplayer. It can be used in close quarters, as well as at medium and long ranges. It is very accurate, and in the DMZ, it also has a long-range mode to cover more ground.
Hyeon Burst
Another star in the current meta across all modes is the Hyeon Burst. As the name indicates, it fires in bursts. However, you can literally kill an enemy with just one burst, making this weapon amazingly powerful. It also has 31 bullets in the magazine, at least with the basic loadout. It’s really useful on medium and large maps, as it has a ton of range. Among its basic stats, it has better damage, handling, and other attributes than the Cronen. However, the main difference is its burst-fire mode, alongside its automatic mode.
Kastov 762
The Kastov 762 doesn’t have a lot of damage or range in its basic stats, but it compensates for this with an extraordinary fire rate. It’s the perfect weapon for close-quarters combat and even medium-sized maps. This particular weapon can be used in the DMZ when entering a base or compound. It can eradicate every enemy quickly and with almost no recoil. It’s a great weapon to have in a fast-paced loadout.
Special Mention – Patriot XMR
A great rifle to have on medium and large maps is the Patriot XMR. This burst-fire weapon is very powerful and lethal. It can really make a difference on a fast-paced multiplayer map. It has great mobility and handling. It is not that accurate, but this can be compensated for by the fact that a single burst can kill an enemy. In the DMZ, it can kill an armored enemy with two bursts. It may not have made the main list, but the Patriot XMR is undoubtedly one of the best weapons to use in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1.
SMGs
These rapid-fire weapons are very portable and ideal for fast-paced loadouts on medium and small maps. Their absurd fire rates can kill enemies quickly and allow you to move on to the next target without any problems. SMGs reload quickly and can offer the best approach for all-out, direct gameplay. The meta is full of several of the SMGs that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 offers.
Vel 46
The handling of this weapon is over 70, which means that you can run as fast as possible and quickly aim to kill nearby enemies with almost no delay. This makes it one of the most effective weapons in the current meta. This SMG is fast, light, and extremely accurate. Its recoil is almost nonexistent. To make this weapon even more ridiculously overpowered, it has 41 bullets in the magazine. It’s ideal for small maps or bases in the DMZ.
ISO Nightshade
Among the SMGs, the ISO Nightshade is almost identical to the Vel 46. However, it has slightly less handling and range than the previously mentioned SMG. While this weapon’s fire rate is a little lower than the Vel 46’s, the ISO has literally no recoil at all. This makes it perfect for small bases and maps, allowing you to create havoc while moving nonstop. It also has 41 bullets in the magazine.
X-58 NYX
With a considerably lower fire rate than the previously mentioned SMGs, the X-58 NYX literally has no recoil. This compensates for its lack of fire rate. It takes a little longer to kill an enemy, but you can kill several with the same magazine and keep going. It can be used on almost every kind of map. It’s ideal for small and medium-sized bases in the DMZ. It has 40 bullets in the magazine, so it can deal a ton of damage before you need to reload.
Special Mention – PPSH-41
A ridiculously large magazine is what makes the PPSH-41 shine. It has a capacity of more than 50 bullets. It has little to no recoil and is perfect for moving around small and medium-sized maps. The only cons of this weapon are its low handling and the fact that it doesn’t deal a lot of damage with each bullet. However, it’s ideal for roaming around the map and taking down several enemies before reloading.
Marksman Rifles
These rifles are accurate and get the job done with almost one bullet. They are the closest modern equivalent to a carbine from the 1800s. They have almost the same amount of damage as a sniper rifle but offer a little more movement and handling. Marksman rifles are perfect for large and medium-sized maps in multiplayer. However, they also work like a charm for stealth infiltrations into enemy bases in the DMZ.
Oris 8.6
With only 10 bullets in the magazine, the Oris 8.6 only needs one bullet per enemy. It’s hard to believe how accurate it can be on large and medium-sized maps. With the right sight, it can be lethal, and from a certain distance, it can become unstoppable on an average multiplayer map. It has a base damage of 78, so it can secure a kill with just one bullet. While it’s not that popular in the meta, it can create chaos in the DMZ with a suppressor.
Mosin-Nagant
While it is not as fast as the Oris 8.6, the Mosin-Nagant is absurdly accurate. With the right scope, it can make the match very complicated for other players. It’s ideal for large and medium-sized maps in modes like Capture the Flag or other objective-based matches. In the DMZ, it can make things very annoying for a base full of enemy NPCs from a distance. It also has 10 bullets in the magazine and a base damage of 83, making it noticeably more powerful than the Oris.
Mar-9
Completely different from the other two Marksman rifles on this list, the Mar-9 is not an automatic rifle, but it doesn’t need to have its lever pulled after every shot. This means it can be used almost like an assault rifle. It has 20 bullets and an average damage of 54, so it can kill an enemy with two or three bullets. It can be used on any kind of map without any problems. However, it is recommended that you avoid small maps because it’s not that fast. It’s perfect for a general incursion in the DMZ.
Sniper Rifles
The ultimate weapon for a large map where you can create your perfect nest, kill every single enemy from a distance, and watch their frustration build up. In the DMZ, you can go to a vantage point and completely destroy a base without the enemies ever noticing what’s happening. It’s the perfect weapon for a stealth-oriented player.
KG-7 Vulcan
Perfect for large maps and objective-based matches, the KG-7 Vulcan has literally more than 80 damage per bullet. With only one shot, you can secure a kill and keep moving or hold your position for as long as possible. It has little to no handling or mobility, but its magazine holds 7 bullets. You can destroy a base from a safe distance, and your enemies will never know what’s happening in DMZ.
Not just for DMZ though, but the KG-7 Vulcan is one of the best weapons to use in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 full stop. As long as the map is big, it’s good for you to use!
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Signal 50
With almost the same base damage as the KG-7 Vulcan, the Signal 50 is quicker and faster when aiming down sights, allowing you to secure several kills before reloading. It also has 7 bullets in the magazine. If you dare, you can also use this weapon on medium-sized maps and try to get several kills before moving to another spot. It can also deal a ton of damage in the DMZ. You can wait for other operators and steal their loot after killing them.
Now you know the best weapons in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1. What weapons are you using? Will it change in the next season?
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