Patch Notes for Warzone Season 4 – Adjustments to Weapons

Call of Duty: Warzone is undergoing another adjustment to its weapon dynamics as season four unfolds, introducing a fresh set of buffs and nerfs designed to maintain competitive balance.

Raven Software has implemented early balance modifications to ensure that the latest weapons, including the LC10 SMG and FFAR 1 assault rifle, don’t overshadow existing favorites, both of which are proving to be formidable contenders (as new weapons often tend to be).

Below is a summary of the Warzone patch notes for season four released on May 28.

Warzone Patch Notes (May 28): Overview of Weapon Changes

Season 4 introduces new meta firearms. Image via Activision

Weapons from Black Ops 6 have been adjusted to ensure balanced gameplay for all players.

LMGs (Light Machine Guns) have been refined for improved reliability in long-range encounters, although they still fall short against ARs (Assault Rifles) in mid-range engagements. SMGs (Submachine Guns) have also gained more effective range, enhancing their overall usability. Meanwhile, ARs have received a boost in bullet velocity, making distant shots easier to hit.

One notable enhancement is the upgrade to the AMR Mod 4, which now guarantees a one-shot headshot at its maximum effective range, elevating it to compete with the HDR as the premier sniper rifle this season.

Weapon Buffs and Nerfs in Warzone Season 4 Patch Notes

Assault Rifles

Weapon	Status	Changes
AK-74	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 840m/s to 890m/s Attachments: CHF Barrel Vertical Recoil Penalty decreased from 50% to 35% Horizontal Recoil Penalty decreased from 20% to 10% Marksman Foregrip Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25%
AMES 85	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 790m/s to 880m/s Aim Down Sight Speed enhanced from 265ms to 230ms Sprint to Fire Speed improved from 190ms to 180ms Aim Down Sight Move Speed improved from 3.2m/s to 3.3m/s Attachments: Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%
AS VAL	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 815m/s to 860m/s
CR-56 AMAX	Adjusted	Bullet Velocity increased from 820m/s to 860m/s Slightly elevated View Kick strength and deviation Attachment: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused enhanced from 15% to 30% Gun Kick reduction while focused enhanced from 20% to 30%
Cypher 091	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 810m/s to 860m/s Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 30% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 30% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%
Goblik Mk2	Buffed (attachments)	Attachments:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 30% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 25% to 30% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%
GPR 91	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 780m/s to 840m/s Attachments:CHF Barrel Vertical Recoil Penalty decreased from 40% to 35% Horizontal Recoil Penalty decreased from 20% to 15% Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 30%
Kilo 141	Adjusted	Bullet Velocity improved from 850m/s to 870m/s Slightly increased View Kick strength Attachments:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 30% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 30%
Krig C	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 820m/s to 870m/s Attachments:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%
Model L	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 800m/s to 850m/s Attachments:CHF Barrel Vertical Recoil Penalty decreased from 55% to 45% Horizontal Recoil Penalty decreased from 25% to 20% Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%
XM4	Buffed	Bullet Velocity improved from 780m/s to 820m/s Attachments:CHF Barrel Vertical Recoil Penalty decreased from 45% to 40% Horizontal Recoil Penalty decreased from 20% to 15% Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%

Submachine Guns (SMGs)

Weapon	Status	Changes
C9	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–11.9m to 0–13.2m Medium damage range increased from 11.9–20.3m to 13.2–21.3m Minimum damage range updated from >20.3m to >21.3m Attachments: C9 10mm Maximum Damage Range increased from 13.2m to 14.7m Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55%
Jackal PDW	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–10.9m to 0–11.9m Medium damage range increased from 10.9–18.8m to 11.9–19.8m Minimum damage range updated from >18.8m to >19.8m Lower Torso multiplier increased from 0.7x to 0.75x Aim Down Sight Speed enhanced from 210ms to 200ms Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%
Kompakt 92	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–10.6m to 0–11.4m Medium damage range increased from 10.6–19.3m to 11.4–19.3m Lower Torso Multiplier enhanced from 0.85x to 0.88x Sprint to Fire Speed improved from 130ms to 115ms Aim Down Sight Speed improved from 200ms to 190ms
KSV	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–12.7m to 0–13.7m Medium damage range increased from 12.7–20.9m to 13.7–21.8m Minimum damage range updated from >20.9m to >21.8m Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 35%
Ladra	Buffed	Medium damage range increased from 11.9–20.3m to 11.9–21.3m Minimum damage range updated from >20.3m to >21.3m Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 35%
PP-919	Buffed (attachments)	Attachments: Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 35%
PPSh-41	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–11.6m to 0–12.7m Medium damage range increased from 11.6–20.5m to 12.7–21m Minimum damage range updated from >20.5m to >21m Sprint to Fire Speed improved from 125ms to 115ms Aim Down Sight Speed improved from 195ms to 190ms Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%
Saug	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–10.6m to 0–11.6m Medium damage range increased from 10.6–18.8m to 11.6–19.8m Minimum damage range updated from 18.8m to 19.8m Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 35%
Tanto .22	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–10.8m to 0–11.8m Medium damage range increased from 10.8–21.6m to 11.8–21.6m Attachment:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%

Light Machine Guns (LMGs)

Weapon	Status	Changes
Feng 82	Adjusted	Maximum range damage revised from 50 to 45 Maximum damage range increased from 0–45.7m to 0–76.2m Medium damage range removed Minimum damage range increased from >45.7m to 76.2m Lower Torso multiplier reduced from 1x to 0.9x Decreased View Kick strength and deviation Slightly increased movement and aim down sight speeds Attachments:Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 45% to 50% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 20% to 30% Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%
GPMG-7	Adjusted	Maximum range damage lowered from 30 to 24 Maximum damage range increased from 0–44.4m to 0–83.8m Medium damage range removed Minimum damage range increased from >45.7m to >83.8m Headshot multiplier decreased from 1.2x to 1.1x View Kick strength and deviation reduced Enhanced movement speeds Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%
PU-21	Adjusted	Maximum damage range decreased from 35 to 28 Maximum damage range improved from 0–45.7m to 0–81.2m Medium damage range removed Minimum damage range updated from >55.8m to >81.2m Lower Torso multiplier decreased from 1x to 0.9x Reduced View Kick strength and deviation Improved movement speeds Attachments: Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 45% to 50% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 20% to 30% Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%
XMG	Adjusted	Maximum damage decreased from 35 to 29 Maximum damage range improved from 0–40.6m to 0–86.3m Medium damage range removed Minimum damage range increased from >50.8m to >86.3m Headshot multiplier decreased from 1.3x to 1.18x View Kick strength and deviation reduced Improved movement speeds Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 20% to 25%

Marksman Rifles

Weapon	Status	Changes
AEK-973	Buffed	Burst Fire Cooldown decreased from 0.325s to 0.29s Attachment:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 10% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25%
DM-10	Buffed (attachment)	Attachment: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 10% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25%
SWAT 5.56	Buffed	Burst Fire Cooldown decreased from 0.22s to 0.19s Adjustments made to recoil pattern Attachments:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 10% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25%
TR2	Buffed	Drop Time improved from 0.5s to 0.35s Attachments:Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 10% to 20% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%
Tsarkov 7.62	Buffed (attachments)	Attachments: Marksman Foregrip View Kick reduction while focused increased from 10% to 25% Gun Kick reduction while focused increased from 15% to 25% Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%

Sniper Rifle

Weapon	Status	Changes
AMR Mod 4	Buffed	Maximum damage range increased from 0–88.9m to 0–114m Now capable of achieving a one-shot headshot at max range. Medium damage range updated from >88.9m to >114m Reduced first shot recoil Bullet Velocity improved from 700m/s to 780m/s Upper Torso and Upper Arm multipliers improved from 0.65x to 0.98x Leg Multiplier increased from 0.5x to 0.65x

Shotguns

Weapon	Status	Changes
ASG-89	Buffed (attachments)	Attachments: Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%
Maelstrom	Buffed	Maximum damage range (per pellet) increased from 0–3.4m to 0–4.7m Medium damage range (per pellet) increased from 3.4–6.3m to 4.7–8.1m Second Medium damage range increased from 6.3–10.16m to 8.1–10.16m Aim Down Sight Speed enhanced from 290ms to 265ms Sprint to Fire Speed improved from 190ms to 170ms Attachments:Heavy Stock Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55% Combat Stock Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%

Weapon

Status

Changes

ASG-89

Buffed (attachments)

Attachments:

Heavy Stock
Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55%

Combat Stock
Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%

Maelstrom

Buffed

Maximum damage range (per pellet) increased from 0–3.4m to 0–4.7m
Medium damage range (per pellet) increased from 3.4–6.3m to 4.7–8.1m
Second Medium damage range increased from 6.3–10.16m to 8.1–10.16m
Aim Down Sight Speed enhanced from 290ms to 265ms
Sprint to Fire Speed improved from 190ms to 170ms

Attachments:Heavy Stock
Flinch reduction raised from 50% to 55%

Combat Stock
Flinch reduction raised from 25% to 30%

As the season four launch draws near, players may want to familiarize themselves with the upcoming features by reviewing the roadmaps for Warzone, Black Ops 6 Multiplayer, and Zombies. The weapon tweaks in BO6 season 4 Multiplayer are also worth checking out.