Top SMGs Dominate in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's Top SMGs for Multiplayer and Zombies

Submachine guns (SMGs) consistently reign supreme in the Call of Duty franchise, and Black Ops 6 is no exception. The game's fast-paced maps and Omnimovement mechanics make SMGs particularly potent. This guide highlights the best SMGs in Black Ops 6, based on testing and data from sources like Warzone Meta.

Best SMGs in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer

SMGs dominate Black Ops 6's multiplayer and ranked play due to their rapid fire rates and high mobility. Their effectiveness at close range, where most engagements occur, is undeniable. Gunsmith customization allows for mid-range viability, even competing with assault rifles.

4. PP-919: This SMG excels at medium range, offsetting its slower mobility and fire rate with an enormous 64-round magazine. This is a significant advantage, especially in ranked play where larger magazine attachments are restricted.

5. PPSh-41: A classic SMG returning in Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 2, the PPSh boasts a high fire rate, excellent mobility, and surprisingly manageable recoil. Attachments like the Vertical Foregrip further enhance its control. In standard multiplayer, the iconic drum magazine provides a substantial 55-round capacity.

6. Jackal PDW: A consistent meta pick since the game's beta, the Jackal PDW offers a balanced combination of mobility, fire rate, and recoil. Its versatility makes it suitable for all maps and modes.

7. KSV: Similar to the AK74u from previous Call of Duty titles, the KSV is a ranked play favorite. Its rapid fire rate, high mobility, and manageable recoil, coupled with clean iron sights, make it exceptionally effective. The clean sights allow for an extra attachment to further customize its performance.

Best SMGs in Black Ops 6 Zombies

Besides Wonder Weapons, SMGs are arguably the best weapon class in Black Ops 6 Zombies, thanks to their mobility and fire rate.

4. Kompakt 92: Its incredibly fast fire rate and controlled recoil make it ideal for eliminating elite enemies like Abominations and Amalgams.

5. Saug: A situational weapon, the Saug's Akimbo attachment allows dual-wielding for significantly increased DPS. While a nerf has impacted its peak performance, it remains valuable in close-quarters combat, especially when paired with the Napalm Burst Ammo Mod.

6. PPSh-41: While the PP-919 offers superior magazine capacity (further amplified by Pack-a-Punch), the PPSh excels in other areas. Its fast fire rate, mobility, manageable recoil, and decent reload speed make it a strong contender. The combination of Deadshot Daiquiri and its Dead Head Augment significantly boosts headshots DPS against unarmored zombies.

7. KSV: Dominating both multiplayer and zombies, the KSV's fast fire rate and accuracy deliver high DPS. Fully upgraded and combined with Deadshot Daiquiri, it efficiently eliminates both normal zombies and Doppelghasts. Its high mobility synergizes well with Stamin-Up.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.