The iconic PPSh-41 submachine gun returns in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 2, proving effective in both Multiplayer and Zombies modes. This guide details optimal loadouts for each.
Unlocking the PPSh-41
The PPSh-41 is unlocked via the Season 2 Battle Pass. It's a High Value Target on Page 6, with an Ultra rarity Blueprint on Page 14. To unlock it quickly, disable automatic Battle Pass token spending and prioritize purchasing tiers leading to Page 6. BlackCell owners can instantly skip to a page of their choice, allowing immediate access.
Best PPSh-41 Multiplayer Loadout
The PPSh-41's high capacity and fire rate excel in close-quarters combat in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer. However, recoil management is crucial. This loadout mitigates that:
- Compensator: Improves vertical recoil.
- Long Barrel: Extends damage range.
- Vertical Foregrip: Improves horizontal recoil.
- Extended Mag II: Increases magazine size to 55 rounds (though impacting ADS speed, reload, and sprint-to-fire).
- Balanced Stock: Enhances hipfire, strafing, sprint-to-fire, and movement speed.
This build prioritizes accuracy and mobility, ideal for flanking maneuvers. Pair it with these perks:
- Perk 1: Flak Jacket (reduces explosive/fire damage)
- Perk 2: Assassin (highlights killstreaks, provides bounty packs)
- Perk 3: Double Time (extended tactical sprint)
- Perk Greed: Scavenger (ammo/equipment resupply)
This perk selection unlocks the Enforcer Combat Specialty for temporary movement speed and health regeneration boosts.
Ranked Play Adjustments
Ranked Play requires loadout adjustments. Replace Extended Mag II (unavailable) with Recoil Springs. Use these perks:
- Perk 1: Dexterity
- Perk 2: Fast Hands
- Perk 3: Double Time
- Perk 4: Flak Jacket
Best PPSh-41 Zombies Loadout
The PPSh-41 shines in Black Ops 6 Zombies due to its high DPS. This loadout maximizes its effectiveness:
- Suppressor: Chance for extra salvage.
- Long Barrel: Increased damage range.
- Vertical Foregrip: Improved horizontal recoil.
- Extended Mag II: Increased magazine size (with trade-offs).
- Quickdraw Stock: Significantly faster ADS speed.
- Steady Aim Laser: Improved hipfire accuracy.
- Recoil Springs: Enhanced recoil control.
This build balances accuracy and mobility. Avoid attachments like the CHF Barrel and Rapid Fire due to their negative impact on recoil. Use Speed Cola (Classic Formula Major Augment) and Deadshot Daiquiri (Dead Head Major Augment) to boost reload speed and critical hit damage.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
