The Season 1 update forBlack Ops 6andWarzoneintroduced plenty of new content, including the Hit List event, packed with exciting rewards. Among these rewards is the Veteran Perk, a fresh addition to thegame’s extensive roster of perks.
This is the first new Perk introduced after the game’s launch, sparking curiosity about how to get it. Integrating it with meta picks could greatly improve survival odds and significantly increase kill counts. Here’s everything you need to know about the Veteran Perk inWarzoneandBO6, including how to unlock it and how it functions.
How to Unlock Veteran Perk in Black Ops 6 & Warzone
To unlock the Veteran Perk inBlack Ops 6andWarzone, players will need tocomplete the Hit List community challenge by accumulating 32 billion Eliminationsthat contribute to the overall total. This milestone was achieved on November 29, granting all players access to the Veteran perk.
Can’t Use Veteran Perk in Black Ops 6 & Warzone, Explained
While theHit List community challengecan be completed by accumulating Eliminations in bothBO6Multiplayer and Zombies, theVeteran Perk is exclusive to Warzoneand won’t be usable inBlack Ops 6modes.
Unfortunately, when attempting to equip the Veteran Perk in aWarzoneloadout – where it should unlock after completing the challenge – some playersencounter a bug that prevents them from adding the perk to their loadouts. AlthoughCall of Dutyhasresolved an issue with Elimination trackingfor the event, they have yet to address whether the Veteran Perk bug is under investigation.
Warzone Veteran Perk, Explained
The Veteran Perk, included inWarzone’s Perk 1 category, offers several advantages. Itminimizes the impact of certain enemy equipment,reduces flinch while aiming down sights, andincreases the duration of Hold Breath. Check out below a breakdown of which equipment this perk counters:
The Veteran perk is particularly beneficial forplayers who favor snipers, as the extended Hold Breath duration enables more precise shots,especially against enemies at long range. On the other hand, forplayers who prefer aggressive close-quarters combat, the reduced or nullified effects of enemy equipment and the decreased flinch can be invaluable. These benefits help maintain focus and ensure critical shots land, making it easier to secure kills.
