The Best SMGs in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Dominating the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Meta: Top SMGs for Multiplayer and Zombies

Assault Rifles and SMGs consistently reign supreme in Call of Duty. Black Ops 6's fast-paced maps and Omnimovement make SMGs particularly potent. This guide highlights the best SMGs, based on testing and data from sources like Warzone Meta.

Best SMGs in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer

SMGs excel in close-quarters combat, Black Ops 6's primary engagement range. Gunsmith customization allows for effective mid-range performance, rivaling Assault Rifles.

4. PP-919: Unique among Black Ops 6 SMGs, the PP-919 shines at medium range. While mobility and fire rate are slower, its massive 64-round base magazine surpasses ARs and nears LMG capacity. This is a significant advantage in Ranked Play, where extended magazines are restricted.

5. PPSh-41: This WWII classic returns with a high fire rate, excellent mobility, and surprisingly manageable recoil. Attachments like the Vertical Foregrip further enhance recoil control. Multiplayer allows for the iconic drum magazine, boosting capacity to 55 rounds.

6. Jackal PDW: A consistent meta staple since the September 2024 Beta, the Jackal PDW offers a balanced blend of mobility, fire rate, and recoil. Its versatility makes it suitable for all maps and modes.

7. KSV: Similar to past Call of Duty AK74u variants, the KSV is a Ranked Play favorite. Its high fire rate, exceptional mobility, and clean iron sights (allowing for an additional attachment) make it highly effective with Black Ops 6's Omnimovement.

Best SMGs in Black Ops 6 Zombies

Beyond Wonder Weapons, SMGs are top contenders in Black Ops 6 Zombies, offering high mobility and fire rates for efficient horde clearing.

4. Kompakt 92: Exceptional fire rate with controllable recoil, ideal for eliminating elite enemies like Abominations and Amalgams.

5. Saug: A situational weapon, the Saug excels with its Akimbo attachments, significantly increasing DPS through dual hip-fire. While nerfed since the Citadelle des Morts launch, it remains valuable in close-quarters combat, especially with the Napalm Burst Ammo Mod.

6. PPSh-41: While the PP-919 boasts higher magazine capacity (further amplified by Pack-a-Punch), the PPSh surpasses it in other areas. Its fast fire rate, mobility, manageable recoil, and good reload time make it highly effective, especially with Deadshot Daiquiri and its Dead Head Augment for increased head-shot DPS.

7. KSV: Maintaining its dominance from Multiplayer, the KSV's high DPS, accuracy, and mobility (enhanced by Stamin-Up) make it a top choice for eliminating zombies, including Doppelghasts.

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