The Best SMGs in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Top SMGs in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 - Multiplayer and Zombies

Submachine Guns (SMGs) consistently reign supreme in the Call of Duty franchise, and Black Ops 6, with its fast-paced maps and Omnimovement, is no exception. This guide highlights the best SMGs for both Multiplayer and Zombies modes, based on testing and data from sources like Warzone Meta.

Multiplayer Dominators:

SMGs excel in close-quarters combat, Black Ops 6's primary engagement style. Gunsmith customization allows for effective mid-range performance, rivaling Assault Rifles. Here are our top picks:

1. KSV: A fan favorite among Ranked Play players, the KSV boasts exceptional speed, manageable recoil, and clear iron sights. Its base stats leave room for additional attachments to further enhance accuracy or mobility.

2. Jackal PDW: A consistent meta choice since the Beta, the Jackal PDW offers a balanced combination of mobility, fire rate, and recoil control. Its versatility makes it suitable for all maps and modes.

3. PPSh-41: This classic SMG returns with a high fire rate, excellent mobility, and surprisingly good recoil for its rate of fire. The iconic drum magazine (available in standard Multiplayer) provides impressive ammo capacity.

4. PP-919: Unique for its medium-range effectiveness, the PP-919 compensates for its slower mobility and fire rate with a massive 64-round magazine, a significant advantage, especially in Ranked Play where larger magazines are restricted.

Zombies Survivalists:

In Black Ops 6 Zombies, SMGs are powerful tools (second only to Wonder Weapons) for clearing hordes. Their speed and fire rate are crucial for mobility and damage output.

1. KSV: Maintaining its dominance from Multiplayer, the KSV's high DPS makes it a zombie-melting machine, especially when upgraded and paired with Deadshot Daiquiri. Its mobility synergizes well with Stamin-Up.

2. PPSh-41: While the PP-919 offers higher base magazine capacity, the PPSh-41 surpasses it in other areas. Its fast fire rate, mobility, and manageable recoil, combined with Deadshot Daiquiri and its Dead Head Augment, provide excellent head-shot DPS.

3. Saug: A situational SMG, the Saug's Akimbo attachment allows for devastating hip-fire DPS, particularly effective when combined with the Napalm Burst Ammo Mod. While nerfed since its peak, it remains valuable in close-quarters situations.

4. Kompakt 92: This SMG excels at eliminating elite enemies like Abominations and Amalgams due to its high fire rate and manageable recoil.

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