Did the Kar98 get nerfed?

The major result of the nerfs was that the Kar98k and Swiss could no longer one-shot kill to the head from any distance. Instead, these weapons would only one-shot kill within their max damage range. Remarkably the devs issued an even greater nerf to the Dragunov Sniper Rifle.
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Is Kar98k Nerfed Warzone?

Since Warzone's Kar98k and Swiss K31 were nerfed, it's the HDR and ZRG 20mm that are dominating long-range fights. But, these weapons have a much slower ADS speed than the previous sniper meta.
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Did they nerf the Kar98 Vanguard?

While the nerf to the Kar98 is brutal, some players feel like the decision from Raven Software was always on the cards: “Yeah it's a harsh nerf BUT they have been overpowered for ages.
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Is Kar98k still good in Warzone?

Some things never change, and the Kar98k is still one of the best weapons in Warzone Season 4 and is currently one of the best snipers. In fact, this WWII Marksman Rifle has remained a staple pick in most of the game's loadouts thanks to its quick rate of fire, high damage, and overall ease of use.
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What snipers have been nerfed?

However, some players are upset the balancing also included a nerf to completely remove the ability for one-shots to the head for Modern Warfare's Rytec AMR and Dragunov snipers, as well as Black Ops Cold War's M82 sniper rifle.
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KAR-98 NERFED! Owen/MP40 Changes, NEW GUNS



Can you 1 shot in Warzone?

Warzone pro IceManIsaac has revealed that a Vanguard Sniper Rifle has the game-breaking ability to one-shot a 300HP player in the chest. Warzone's Kar98k and Swiss K31 have dominated the game for the majority of its lifecycle, but that all changed with the Season 3 update.
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What snipers did not get nerfed?

You'll notice a handful of heavier snipers haven't received a nerf. These are rifles like the HDR, AX-50, and ZRG 20mm. This is a huge deal, as it finally gives players a reason to use these weapons, which were previously outclassed by the likes of the Kar98k and Swiss.
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Can the Kar98 1 shot in Warzone?

And here are the snipers that can one-shot kill to the head, but only if it's in their max damage range distance: Kar98k (MW) SP-R 208 (MW) Pelington 703 (BOCW)
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Is the SPR better than the Kar98k?

According to TrueGameData, Westie's SP-R 208 loadout has a bullet velocity of 1,251 m/s, which puts it ahead of the Kar98k's 1,110 m/s and the Swiss' 1102 m/s. This faster bullet velocity makes sniping much easier, where you barely need to account for the bullet's travel time.
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Is Vanguard or MW Kar98 better?

The Vanguard Kar98k technically has similar statistics to the Kar98k marksman rifle from Modern Warfare, also available in Warzone's arsenal. The only statistic that differs is that the Vanguard one has a higher fire rate, but it definitely feels stronger.
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Which sniper has the least bullet drop in Warzone?

HDR. Another Warzone sniper that's capable of downing with a single headshot at any distance, the HDR is great for extremely long-range sniping shenanigans as – with the right attachments – you can mod this sniper to have almost no travel time or bullet drop.
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Did they nerf the ax 50?

Following all of the major weapon buffs and nerfs in Warzone's Season 3 Reloaded update, the AX-50 became truly a hitscan weapon but the issue has now been fixed. 'Hitscan' means that a bullet isn't a physical object and will hit as soon as the trigger is pulled, regardless of distance or whether the target is moving.
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Did they nerf the Milano?

Owen Gun nerfed again in Warzone Season 3 Reloaded

Alongside nerfing the Milano 821 and the OTs 9, the Owen Gun has been nerfed once again in Warzone Season 3 Reloaded. Its extremities damage multiplier has taken a hit, and so has its damage range.
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Was the Swiss K31 nerfed?

Forgotten sniper SP-R 208 might see a return to the meta with Season 3 of Warzone Pacific introducing nerfs to Kar98k and Swiss K31. Less than a week remains for Season 3 of Warzone Pacific to go live in Warzone, much to the excitement of Call of Duty fans.
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What is the meta in Warzone right now?

What is the Warzone meta right now? The current Warzone meta is the NZ-41 assault rifle. It offers the perfect balance of damage output, range, and accuracy.
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Did they nerf the SPR in Warzone?

Now, in the Season 3 patch notes, Raven confirms that they've nerfed sniper rifles substantially, removing one-hit-kill potential for many guns at longer ranges. And fans are split on the decision. Check out all the Warzone Season 3 sniper changes (and which ones you should be using) here!
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What's the best Marksman Rifle?

The SVT-40 is the best Marksman Rifle in Call Of Duty: Vanguard. It offers easy one-shot kills across the map, making it the perfect weapon for long-distance encounters.
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Here is our Call Of Duty: Vanguard best Marksman Rifle tier list:
  • SVT-40.
  • M1 Garand.
  • G-43.
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What's the best Kar98k loadout?

The best Kar98k loadout in Warzone
  • Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor.
  • Barrel: Singuard Custom 27.6″
  • Laser: Tac Laser.
  • Optic: Sniper Scope or Variable Zoom Scope.
  • Stock: FTAC Sport Comb.
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Which kar98 is best?

Best Kar98k Attachments
  • Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor.
  • Barrel: Singuard Custom 27.6.
  • Laser: Tac Laser.
  • Optic:Sniper Scope.
  • Stock:FTAC Sport Comb.
  • Underbarrel: Bipod.
  • Rear Grip: Stippled Grip tape.
  • Perk: FMJ.
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What is the best sniper in Warzone after the nerf?

1) ZRG 20mm

While the old meta, the Kar98k, and the SwissK31 do not one-shot to head anymore, the ZRG 20mm still does. Given that it can knock people down in any range, with comparatively quicker ADS speed than others, this sniper is probably the best choice in Warzone.
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What's the strongest sniper in Warzone?

Following on from the recent Warzone Season 3 weapon nerfs, the HDR has managed to take the crown as the best sniper in Warzone. In fact, it is one of the only snipers that can one-shot fully armored foes. If you've ever been downed from hundreds of yards away out of nowhere, then it was probably the HDR.
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Did Warzone nerf snipers?

Of course, it's not just the Rytec that received a nerf, but rather most of the lighter Sniper Rifles. While most of the lighter Snipers are still able to one-shot enemies with a headshot, it's only within their maximum damage range, which limits their potential, especially on a huge map like Caldera.
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