EQUIPMENT
Adjusted
- Combat Axe
- Increased base damage from 250 to 290.
- Frag Grenade
- Increased inner damage from 240 to 250.
- Increased middle damage from 120 to 145.
LOOT & ECONOMY
Adjusted
- Weapon Loot Pool
- Added the Sturmwolf 45 to ground loot.
- Replaced the A.R.C. M1 Launcher with the AAROW 109 Launcher.
Ground Loot Weapon Build Adjustments
- Peacekeeper MK1
- Replaced the 19.4" Stimulus Barrel with the 23.5" Longbow Barrel.
- Replaced the K&S Brake-2B with the K&S Compensator.
- MXR-17
- Replaced the 18" Rapid Sterling Barrel with the 20" Imperial Barrel.
- Replaced the Monolithic Suppressor with the Redwell-90 Compensator.
- M15 MOD 0
- Replaced the 20" Delta-F2 Barrel with the 18" Bowen Watchtower Barrel.
- Replaced the Monolithic Suppressor with the Titan-R 5.56 Compensator.
- AK-27
- Replaced the 17" Bystro Speed Barrel with the 18.2" Vostok Extended Barrel.
- Replaced the Kronos Heavy Grip with the Lateral Precision Grip.
- Replaced the Mono Suppressor with the EMT3 Compensator.
- Maddox RFB
- Replaced the 21" Turbine Booster Barrel with the 24" Assemlage Barrel.
- Replaced the Monolitithic Suppressor with the Horus Accuracy Grip.
- DS20 Mirage
- Replaced the 18.9" Westerlies Barrel with the 20" Rupture Barrel.
- MPC-25
- Replaced the 12" Toxin Barrel with the K-1 Pedal Stock.
- Ryden 45K
- Replaced the Excess Grip with the Skeletonized Grip.
- Replaced the Fraternity Flip Mag with the Torch Extended Mag.
- Replaced the 9" Basilisk Barrel with the 12" Vienna Barrel.
CONTRACTS
Adjusted
- Recon
- Spawn rate reduced by approximately 10% in each mode.
- Most Wanted
- The time reduction after opening a supply box has been reduced from 12 seconds to 6 seconds.
WEAPONS
Weapon Adjustments
Assault Rifle Adjustments
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Weapon
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Adjustments
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BO7 Assault Rifles | We increased bullet velocity on some Black Ops 7 Assault Rifles to open up more interesting build paths, while also delivering targeted buffs to underbarrel attachments, an underused category within the AR ecosystem. |
AK-27 | AK-27 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 39 — Range — 0 - 40m | — Damage — 39 — Range — 0 - 40m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 35 — Range — 40 - 60m | — Damage — 35 — Range — 40 - 65m⇧ | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 29 — Range — >60m | — Damage — 29 — Range — >65m⇧ |
Additional Adjustments - Lower Torso and Leg multipliers increased from 0.88x to 0.95x
- Bullet Velocity increased from 905m/s to 920m/s
- Rate of Fire increased from 682rpm to 690rpm
Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- Lateral Precision Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 18% to 25%
- Flowguard Foregrip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 12% to 15%
The AK-27 has been close to top-tier performance but held back by recoil and a punishing damage profile. These changes make it more forgiving and reward players who invest in recoil-focused builds. |
DS20 MIRAGE | DS20 Mirage Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 38 — Range — 0 - 30m | — Damage — 38 — Range — 0 - 30m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 32 — Range — 30 - 62m | — Damage — 30⇩ — Range — 30 - 55m⇩ | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 27 — Range — >62m | — Damage — 27 — Range — >55m⇩ |
Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- Force Stabilizer Handstop
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 20% to 25%
- Sapper Guard Handstop
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 10% to 14%
The DS20 Mirage has been outperforming at mid range. This change reins in its effectiveness, creating more room for other Assault Rifles to compete. |
M15 MOD 0 | Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- Axis Shift Vertical Foregrip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 15% to 20%
- EAM Steady-90 Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 5% to 10%
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MADDOX RFB | Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- VAS Drift Lock Foregrip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 20% to 25%
- EAM Steady-90 Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 7% to 12%
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MXR-17 | Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- Lateral Precision Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 12% to 18%
- EAM Steady-90 Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 5% to 10%
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PEACEKEEPER MK1 | Peacekeeper MK1 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 30 — Range — 0 - 40.5m | — Damage — 30 — Range — 0 - 40.5m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 24 — Range — 40.5 - 55m | — Damage — 25⇧ — Range — 40.5 - 55m | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 21 — Range — >55m | — Damage — 21 — Range — >55m |
Additional Adjustments - Bullet Velocity increased from 900m/s to 920m/s
- Recoil Deviation reduced by 10%
Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- K&S Compensator
- Vertical Recoil benefit improved from 20% to 25%
- Lateral Precision Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 20% to 25%
- EAM Steady-90 Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 15% to 18%
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X9 MAVERICK | Adjustments - Bullet Velocity increased from 890m/s to 910m/s
Attachment Adjustments - Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity penalty reduced from 13% to 6%
- Damage Range penalty reduced from 12% to 5%
- Lateral Precision Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 15% to 20%
- EAM Steady-90 Grip
- Horizontal Recoil Control benefit improved from 5% to 10%
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SMG Adjustments
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Weapon
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Adjustments
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BO7 SMGs | Handling and mobility have been improved across Black Ops 7 SMGs to open up stronger build options and let certain playstyles stand out. These changes should make both base weapons and attachments feel better to use, while encouraging more diverse builds. |
CARBON 57 | Carbon 57 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 35 — Range — 0 - 13m | — Damage — 35 — Range — 0 - 13.8m⇧ | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 31 — Range — 13 - 22m | — Damage — 31 — Range — 13.8⇧ - 22m | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 24 — Range — >22m | — Damage — 24 — Range — >22m |
Additional Adjustments - Recoil Deviation reduced by 10%
- Horizontal Recoil reduced by 8%
- Aim Down Sight speed improved from 190ms to 175ms
- Sprint to Fire speed improved from 135ms to 120ms
- Movement speed increased from 4.8m/s to 5 m/s
- Aim Down Sight Movement speed increased from 3.3ms to 3.4m/s
Attachment Adjustments - Hammer Platoon Pad
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 11% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- Oberon Tactical Pad
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 9% to 12%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 12%
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DRAVEC 45 | DRAVEC 45 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 45 — Range — 0 - 12.5m | — Damage — 45 — Range — 0 - 12.5m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 38 — Range — 12.5 - 22m | — Damage — 40⇧ — Range — 12.5 - 22m | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 34 — Range — >22m | — Damage — 34 — Range — >22m |
Additional Adjustments - Aim Down Sight speed improved from 195ms to 180ms
- Sprint to Fire speed improved from 140ms to 125ms
- Movement speed increased from 4.8m/s to 5m/s
Attachment Adjustments - Serval Q-Step Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 11% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- Converge Tactical Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 6% to 10%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 12%
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KOGOT-7 | Kogot-7 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 32 — Range — 0 - 12m | — Damage — 32 — Range — 0 - 12.5m⇧ | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 28 — Range — 12 - 20.5m | — Damage — 28 — Range — 12.5 - 21m⇧ | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 22 — Range — >20.5m | — Damage — 22 — Range — >21m⇧ |
Additional Adjustments - Aim Down Sight speed improved from 185ms to 170ms
- Sprint to Fire speed improved from 125ms to 110ms
- Vertical Recoil reduced by 5%
Attachment Adjustments - Targil Orbiter Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 12% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- Cinder Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 6% to 10%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 13%
The Kogot-7 has hovered near the top of the SMG meta without quite breaking through. These targeted changes are intended to elevate its performance and improve its viability. |
MPC-25 | MPC-25 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 39 — Range — 0 - 12.5m | — Damage — 39 — Range — 0 - 12.5m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 34 — Range — 12.5 - 21m | — Damage — 31⇩ — Range — 12.5 - 21m | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 27 — Range — >21m | — Damage — 27 — Range — >21m |
Additional Adjustments - Rate of Fire slowed from 750rpm to 706rpm
Attachment Adjustments - K-1 Pedal Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 11% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- VAS Tactical Scale Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 5% to 10%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 12%
The MPC-25 has consistently outperformed other options in its slot. This adjustment reins in its mid-range effectiveness and TTK, opening up more viable choices across the SMG category. |
RAZOR 9MM | Razor 9mm Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 31 — Range — 0 - 12.5m | — Damage — 31 — Range — 0 - 12.5m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 26 — Range — 12.5 - 21m | — Damage — 27⇧ — Range — 12.5 - 21m | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 20 — Range — >21m | — Damage — 20 — Range — >21m |
Additional Adjustments - Upper Torso and Arms multipliers increased from 1x to 1.05x
- Recoil Deviation reduced by 12%
- Vertical Recoil reduced by 7%
- Horizontal Recoil reduced by 8%
- Aim Down Sight speed improved from 180ms to 165ms
- Sprint to Fire speed improved from 120ms to 110ms
- Movement speed increased from 4.9m/s to 5.1m/s
- Sprinting Movement speed increased from 7.4m/s to 7.5m/s
- Aim Down Sight Move speed improved from 3.4m/s to 3.6m/s
Attachment Adjustments - Talos Pad
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 12% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- Constrictor Pad
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 9% to 12%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 13%
We want the Razor 9mm to feel like a snappy, fast-firing SMG that rewards accuracy. These changes support that identity while making it slightly more forgiving at mid range. |
RK-9 | Adjustments - Aim Down Sight speed improved from 185ms to 175ms
Attachment Adjustments - Londra Step Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 11% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- Vectra Tactical Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 6% to 10%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 12%
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RYDEN 45K | Ryden 45k Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 33 — Range — 0 - 13m | — Damage — 33 — Range — 0 - 13m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 28 — Range — 13 - 22m | — Damage — 30⇧ — Range — 13 - 22m | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 23 — Range — >22m | — Damage — 23 — Range — >22m |
Additional Adjustments - Upper, Lower and Arm multipliers increased from 0.92x to 0.95x
- Aim Down Sight speed improved from 180ms to 170ms
Attachment Adjustments - Ventral Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 12% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
With this change the Ryden 45k now requires one less headshot at its max range to speed up the TTK. |
STURMWOLF 45 | Attachment Adjustments - Corpus-x3 Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 11% to 15%
- Flinch Resistance penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
- Satellite Skeleton Stock
- Aim Down Sight speed benefit improved from 5% to 10%
- Sprint to Fire speed benefit improved from 8% to 12%
- Bolt Carrier Group
- Rate of Fire benefit decreased from 10% to 4%
- Damage Range penalty increased from 10% to 20%
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LMG Adjustments
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Weapon
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Adjustments
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SOKOL 545 | SOKOL 545 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 44 — Range — 0 - 38m | — Damage — 44 — Range — 0 - 38m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 41 — Range — 38 - 58m | — Damage — 41 — Range — 38 - 50m⇩ | | Minimum Damage Range | — Damage — 35 — Range — >58m | — Damage — 35 — Range — >50m⇩ |
Additional Adjustments - Rate of Fire decreased from 582rpm to 533rpm
- Bullet Velocity decreased from 900m/s to 860m/s
The Sokol 545 has been an easy-to-use LMG that overperforms at mid-to-long range. These changes rein in its time-to-kill and effective range while preserving its approachable handling. A targeted fire rate reduction slightly lowers overall TTK without compromising its ease of use. |
Marksman Rifle Adjustments
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Weapon
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Adjustments
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M8A1 | M8A1 Damage Adjustments|
Damage Range
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Pre-Patch
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Post-Patch
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| Maximum Damage Range | — Damage — 38 — Range — 0 - 45m | — Damage — 38 — Range — 0 - 45m | | Medium Damage Range 1 | — Damage — 33 — Range — >45m | — Damage — 35⇧ — Range — >45m |
Additional Adjustments - Bullet Velocity increased from 880m/s to 900m/s
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BUG FIXES
- Fixed an issue where the hipfire crosshair for the NX Ravager would remain present in ADS.
- Fixed an issue causing reward descriptions to be cut off in the After Action Report.
- Fixed an issue causing a 0 xp splash icon to appear after unlocking a reward.
