Call of Duty: Warzonedrops players onto a wide-open battlefield, where they face fierce competition against other operators dropping into the A.O. Whether it’s racing to victory in Plunder or taking on opponentson the chaotic Area 99 Resurgence map, there is no shortage of action in every match. For those looking to get ahead of the competition, however, equipping the right weapons for the job is essential.
Assault Rifles andSubmachine Guns are currently the top weaponsin theWarzonemeta. However, there are a few underrated weapon categories that players can consider. One such category is the game’s roster of Marksman Rifles, each offering great long-range potential along with a mix of bolt-action, semi-auto, and burst-fire weapons. Here are just some ofthe best Marksman Rifles to use inWarzone, along withthe best builds for them.
One-Shot Marksman Rifle With Excellent Handling
Best Kar98K Attachments:
TheKar98Kis currently the top Marksman Rifle for players seeking a strong alternative to a Sniper Rifle. Its ability toeliminate an opponent with a single headshotor two body shots makes it an especially strong choice. The weapon’s only significant drawback is its limited range, which can be improved with the attachments listed above. The key attachments players should equip are the Polarfire S Suppressor, the Prazisiongewehr 720 Long Barrel, and the 7.92x57mm High Grain Rounds, eachenhancing bullet velocity and damage range.
With these attachments, the Kar98K canachieve reliable one-shot headshot kills up to 46 meters, compared to the standard 31 meters. For the final two attachments, players should choose an optic of their preference — ideally one with increased magnification — and the XRK Edge BW-4 Handstop. Thisimproves handling attributes, such as aim-down-sight speed and sprint-to-fire speed. The result is a fast and reliable bolt-action Marksman Rifle, one that is particularly lethal on smaller Resurgence maps like Area 99 and Rebirth Island.
Suppressed Rifle With Excellent Damage & Range
Best Tempus Torrent Attachments:
Next up is a build for theTempus Torrent,a legacy semi-auto Marksman Rifleknown for boasting the best time-to-kill within the 50-meter range. The primary drawback of the Tempus Torrent is its high vertical recoil, which can make it slightly less effective at longer distances. However, the build above mitigates this issue significantly. The essential attachments players should equip are the Chroma LRS Barrel and the 7.62x51mm High Grain Rounds, both of whichenhance damage range and bullet velocitywhile alsoconcealing players from the minimap.
With these attachments, the Tempus Torrent’shitscan range is extended to 63 meters, compared to the standard 41 meters. Another key attachment is the Schlager Tango, whichreduces recoil and improves firing aim stability.For the final few attachments, players have some flexibility. These include an optic of their choice, along with an extended magazine to provide suppressive fire for squadmates or to maintain continuous fire with minimal downtime. The result is an excellent semi-auto rifle capable ofeliminating fully-armored opponents in just four shots.
Optional Attachments With Gunfighter:
Moving onto aBlack Ops 6weapon now withtheDM-10, another semi-automatic weapon similar to the Tempus Torrent, only its damage range isn’t necessarily the best in comparison. However, when it comes to customization options, the DM-10 can be an excellent option over the Tempus. Essential attachments that players are going to want to use include the Ported Compensator, Ranger Handguard, and the Buffer Weight Stock, each aiming totone down the weapon’s recoilto make it much more manageable from a distance. Pair this with the Reinforced Barrel, and players are given aneffective time-to-kill range of about 53 meters, up from 42.
As for the final essential attachment, Rapid Fire is a great pick, and while it often lowers the time-to-kill rate for weapons inWarzone, it increases it for the DM-10. For players running Gunfighter, be sure to throw on a good optic, any extended magazine, along with the Quick Draw Grip toboost that aim-down-sight speed by 24%.The resulting build provides areliable four-shot kill at most rangesbut may sometimes require a fifth shot at long range. It may not be as strong as the Tempus Torrent, but it is definitely a close second.
Following the DM-10 istheSWAT 5.56, one of two burst-fire options in the Marksman Rifle category. In terms of raw time-to-kill, the SWAT 5.56 is far from the best option but sits comfortably behind the DM-10, making it the second worst of theBlack Ops 6options beyond 33 meters. Essential attachments that players will want to use include the Ported Compensator and the Vertical Foregrip tosmooth out the weapon’s vertical kick, along with the Reinforced Barrel and 5.56 Nato Overpressured Mod toboost bullet velocity.
With these attachment combinations, players are granted aneffective time-to-kill range of 38 meters, up from 33. Finishing off the must-have attachments for a five-attachment build is an optic, with the Willis 3x being a great option. For players using Gunfighter, be sure to throw on the Light Stock and Commando Grip forimproved handling and general movement speed, on top of an extended magazine. Though not exactly the best Marksman Rifle, it is particularly heavy-hitting at medium range, capable ofeliminating an opponent in three burst shotsif each bullet within a burst finds its mark.
Last up istheTsarkov 7.62, a semi-automatic rifle that, while not boasting the best damage in its weapon category, is a nimble option for players who want to remain fast on the battlefield. Kickstarting the must-have attachments of this build are the Ported Compensator, Ranger Handguard, and Recoil Springs, eachmitigating the weapon’s recoil, which is particularly strong when fired quickly. Pairing these options with the Reinforced Barrelboosts the weapon’s hit-scan range to 52 meters, a great improvement from the usual 43.
Finalizing the essential attachments is the Willis 3x, providing players with extra magnification for longer-range targets. While these attachments make for a solid five-attachment build, Gunfighter players should opt for the Commando Grip toimprove handling, an extended magazine of their choice, and the Light Stock forthe best boost in mobility.While the Tsarkov 7.62 is not exactlythe best weapon in the game, it can be a good choice for medium-range engagements.
