10 most popular guns in Warzone: Ultimate weapon tier list

❘ Updated: 2024-01-10T17:12:17

Warzone player with SVA 545 assault rifle on Urzikstan.

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With so many slick weapons to pick from, Warzone players are in a constant battle to figure out which ones sit at the top. To help you pick the best meta guns that perfectly fit your playstyle, here are the top 10 most popular guns in Warzone Season 3.

Warzone is constantly adding new guns to its roster, like the MORS and FJX Horus. This is in addition to the constant buffs, nerfs, and gameplay changes that drop with each update. These changes mean the meta is constantly evolving and the best weapons can be hard to keep track of.

From the hard-hitting RAM-7 to the laser-accurate MCW, Warzone players have more choices to make than ever before. To avoid getting overwhelmed you need to know which weapons stand out in such a diverse meta.

Naturally, the best ones are usually the most used. Using data from WZRanked, here are the 10 most popular guns in Warzone right now that players are getting the most value out of.

Most used guns in Warzone Season 3

10. SVA 545

SVA 545 previewed in Call of Duty: Warzone.

The SVA 545 has declined somewhat from Season 2 with other assault rifles taking its place. This AK-inspired primary wasn’t nerfed but the emergence of other top-tier candidates has seen it drop down a tier. Even so, it’s still an excellent option both on burst fire and full auto.

9. XRK Stalker

XRK Stalker previewed in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.

The introduction of the MORS has shaken up the sniper meta somewhat but those wanting the best marksman rifle possible are generally still sticking with the XRK Stalker. Its fast handling and mobility make it the best option for sniping in most cases though it does have some decent competition these days.

8. Renetti

Renetti previewed in Call of Duty: Warzone.

The Renetti is the only secondary to appear on this and for good reason. At least since MW3’s integration, Overkill is passive so you can always run two primary weapons. Despite this, the Renetti akimbo is so strong that it is often still worth using as a deadly close-range option, outperforming many SMGs and shotguns.

7. MCW

The MCW got hit with yet another nerf in Season 3, seeing its headshot multiplier dropped. Though this was mainly aimed at multiplayer, it has impacted Warzone too. Once number one, this assault rifle has dropped in popularity but remains a widely used weapon loved for its incredible accuracy.

6. Striker 9

The Striker 9 was not buffed in Season 3, but it also managed to avoid getting nerfed. With most of its competition being made worse the Striker 9 has come out of the patch as a big winner. It is now one of the best close-range weapons in Warzone and the sixth most used overall.

5. Lachmann 556

A huge overhaul to the MW2 weapons has seen quite a few of them reemerge into the meta. The Lachmann 556 is a great example of this with it not only being easier to use but also dealing more damage in literally every situation. The outcome of this update? The Lachmann 556 is a top-tier weapon yet again.

4. RAM-7

RAM-7 previewed in Call of Duty: Warzone.

The RAM-7 is getting hit by nerf and nerf, with every major update making it worse. This time around Raven Software was aggressive with its nerfs bringing down the RAM-7’s damage across the board, and raising its TTK. However, this meta assault rifle refuses to die and is still a popular option, but don’t be surprised if its popularity drops in the coming weeks as its nerfs become more evident.

3. HRM-9

Following the HRM-9’s dominance in Season 2, many were expecting it to be hit with some hefty nerfs in the Season 3 update. However, all Raven ended up doing was marginally slowing down its sprint to fire speed. With such a small change it’s no surprise that the HRM-9 is still one of the most popular weapons in Warzone.

2. TAQ Eradicator

TAQ Eradicator previewed in Call of Duty: Warzone.

Funnily enough, the TAQ Eradicator was meta for a short while when it came out but that didn’t last long with LMGs as a whole declining in popularity. Now it is back though following a massive damage buff that gives it an extremely competitive TTK while still being one of the easiest weapons to use at long range.

1. Lachmann Sub

After the Lachmann Sub dominated Warzone 2 for practically its entirety the community thought they were done with this SMG once MW3 was integrated. However, after MW2 guns were buffed in Season 3 it is not only back but by far the most popular weapon in Warzone right now thanks to its incredible TTK up close.

Warzone Best guns: Most popular weapons (by usage %)

The Warzone meta as of April 5, 2024, per WZRanked:

Lachmann Sub (32.34%)
TAQ Eradicator (12.88%)
HRM-9 (6.60%)
RAM-7 (6.06%)
Lachmann-556 (5.75%)
Striker 9 (5.27%)
MCW (4.58%)
Renetti (4.12%)
XRK Stalker (3.27%)
SVA 545 (2.13%)

That’s the ten most used weapons in Warzone. We’ll be sure to update this list regularly to keep you informed of the most viable guns in the meta. Consider checking out our other guides for more tips:

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