With the launch of Season 2 in *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* and *Warzone*, fans are thrilled to see the return of the iconic PPSh-41. This powerful Submachine Gun (SMG) excels in different ways depending on the game mode, making it a versatile weapon for both Multiplayer and Zombies. Here are the optimal PPSh-41 loadouts for each mode.
How To Unlock the PPSh-41 in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
In *Call of Duty* Season 2, unlocking the PPSh-41 is straightforward through the Battle Pass. You'll find this classic SMG as the High Value Target on Page 6, and an Ultra rarity Blueprint is available on Page 14. To unlock the PPSh as quickly as possible, ensure your Battle Pass Tokens are set to Auto: Off, allowing you to allocate them precisely to reach the SMG. BlackCell owners in Season 2 have the advantage of instantly skipping to any page, which, combined with tier skips, lets you jump straight to Page 6 and claim the PPSh-41 right away.
Best PPSh-41 Loadout in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer
In *Black Ops 6* Multiplayer, the PPSh-41 shines with its high capacity and rapid fire rate, making it perfect for close quarters and enabling impressive multi-kills. However, its significant recoil can challenge your accuracy, especially when aiming for those headshots needed for camo challenges. Here’s the ideal setup for the PPSh-41 in Multiplayer:
- Compensator – Enhances Vertical Recoil Control.
- Long Barrel – Boosts Damage Range.
- Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control.
- Extended Mag II – Increases Magazine Ammo Capacity from 32 to 55 rounds, though it affects Aim Down Sight Speed, Reload Quickness, and Sprint to Fire Speed.
- Balanced Stock – Enhances Hipfire Movement Speed, Strafing Movement Speed, Sprint to Fire Speed, and Movement Speed.
This configuration significantly boosts the PPSh-41's accuracy and magazine size, enhancing mobility for effective flanking and surprise attacks. However, be mindful of its rapid ammo consumption. To maximize its aggressive playstyle, consider these perks:
- Perk 1: Flak Jacket – Reduces damage from explosives and fire.
- Perk 2: Assassin – Marks enemies on kill streaks on the minimap and lets you pick up Bounty Packs for extra Score.
- Perk 3: Double Time – Extends Tactical Sprint duration.
- Perk Greed: Scavenger – Allows ammo and Equipment resupply from defeated foes.
These perks, when used together, grant the Enforcer Combat Specialty, temporarily boosting your movement speed and health regeneration rate after kills.
PPSh-41 Loadout Changes for Ranked Play
Ranked Play in *Black Ops 6* has a different set of available attachments and perks, requiring adjustments to your PPSh-41 loadout. Use the same setup as above but swap the Extended Mag II for Recoil Springs, which isn’t available in standard Multiplayer. For perks in Ranked Play, go with:
- Perk 1: Dexterity
- Perk 2: Fast Hands
- Perk 3: Double Time
- Perk 4: Flak Jacket
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Best PPSh-41 Loadout for Black Ops 6 Zombies
Zombies players have a special place in their hearts for the PPSh-41 due to its high fire rate and large magazine, which deliver excellent damage per second, ideal for tackling hordes while maintaining mobility. This setup is especially effective on close-quarters Zombies maps like The Tomb in *Black Ops 6*. Here’s the recommended attachment setup for the PPSh-41 in Zombies:
- Suppressor – Increases the chance to drop extra salvage.
- Long Barrel – Enhances Damage Range.
- Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control.
- Extended Mag II – Boosts Magazine Ammo Capacity from 32 to 55 rounds, with trade-offs in Aim Down Sight Speed, Reload Quickness, and Sprint to Fire Speed.
- Quickdraw Stock – Greatly improves Aim Down Sight Speed.
- Steady Aim Laser – Enhances Hipfire Spread.
- Recoil Springs – Improves both Horizontal and Vertical Recoil Control.
This setup makes the PPSh-41 highly accurate and mobile, perfect for securing critical kills. Notably, we've excluded attachments like the CHF Barrel and Rapid Fire due to their weaker performance and increased recoil for the PPSh-41.
To enhance your PPSh-41 loadout in *Black Ops 6* Zombies, focus on improving reload time and critical kill potential. Use Speed Cola with the Classic Formula Major Augment and the Dead Head Major Augment for Deadshot Daiquiri to boost critical damage.
*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC*.