Best C9 Warzone Gear – Dexerto

Having already cemented its place as a meta SMG in Black Ops 6, the C9 now looks to do the same in Warzone, and using this top-of-the-line loadout makes it the frontrunner to do so.

Warzone is officially in a new era, bringing a slew of new weapons to Call of Duty’s battle royale. One of these is the C9, an incredible weapon that offers impressive mobility and deals a ton of damage, making it an obvious choice for close-range combat.

Needless to say, the C9 is one of the best SMGs you can use, so here’s our recommended loadout for dominating with this powerful weapon, including attachments, perks and equipment.

Best C9 gear

• Muzzle: Compensator
• Walk: Reinforced barrel
• Underrun: Ranger handle
• Magazine: Extended Mag II
• Back handle: Command handle

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Being an SMG, the C9 is best suited for fast-paced gameplay and rushing from one team to another. This is what the Ranger handle is incredible, as it increases sprint speed and improves recoil control. You can make this build even more accurate by also using the Compensatorwhich we highly recommend.

While SMGs are great for quick play, they have some obvious drawbacks. One of these is their lack of range, an area where the C9 struggles. Fortunately, using the Reinforced barrel mitigates this, as it significantly improves both damage range and bullet speed.

You will also find the Extended Mag IIa drum magazine that takes the C9’s magazine size from a paltry 30 rounds to an impressive 50 rounds. This is a must in all Warzone modes, but it’s especially important in Trios and Quads, where reloading leaves you vulnerable and can cost you a lot of time.

The Command handle is the last attachment you should use. This rear grip speeds up both the weapon’s ADS and sprint-to-fire speed, making it feel snappy, which is perfect for an aggressive playstyle. If you want to push other teams and get kills, this attachment is a must.

Benefits, equipment and wildcard

• Advantage 1: Agility
• Advantage 2: Sprinter
• Advantage 3: Gung Ho
• Wild card: Battle ready
• Deadly: Throwing knife
• Tactical: Smoke grenade

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To get the most out of the C9, you should use perks that improve mobility. Most noticeably, Agility reduces weapon movement while jumping, sliding and diving, making your aim much more predictable when on the move.

You can combine that with the deadly combination of Sprinter And Gung Howhere these respectively provide an infinite Tac Sprint and allow you to reload during Tac Sprint. Both have great synergy with each other, allowing you to constantly keep moving and make it harder for enemy players to escape.

Use for your Wildcard Battle ready to have instant access to both a UAV and a Utility Box after picking up your gear. This is a great option for players who want to be more aggressive, as it provides instant information to boost other teams with confidence. Keep in mind that this is countered by Ghost, so you can’t always trust what your radar tells you.

In the deadly ending, a Throwing knife is ideal for finishing downed enemies in an instant without wasting ammo. Likewise, a Smoke grenade is the strongest tactic, as it allows you to lay down a smokescreen to create makeshift cover if you’re in trouble or need to cross an open area. It’s no exaggeration to say that a well-placed smoke grenade can single-handedly win you a game.

C9 pros and cons

Where is the C9 in the Warzone meta?

The C9 is one of the strongest SMGs in Warzone, with its lethality and rapid rate of fire making it a top-tier option for close-quarters firefights. In many ways it performs similarly to the MP5 and Lachmann Sub from previous metas, which isn’t too surprising considering the C9 is based on the same weapon.

That means when using this you can expect a very competitive weapon with great iron sights and impressive mobility. This is perfect if you prefer to play aggressively rather than waiting for other teams to come to you, which is necessary for players who want to get as many kills as possible.

However, the C9 is not perfect by any means. Like most Black Ops 6 SMGs, it isn’t particularly versatile and struggles outside its maximum damage range of 43 feet. Additionally, pretty much any assault rifle in Warzone will outgun it, so you’ll want to keep close-quarters duels for the best results.

How to unlock the C9

The C9 is unlocked by reaching level 4because it gives you access to custom equipment. As such, it’s one of the easiest weapons to unlock in Warzone and doesn’t take long at all to obtain.

Best C9 Alternatives

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The KSV is the C9’s best direct competitor, as it has similar stats but with a higher rate of fire, albeit at the cost of greater recoil. Alternatively, the PP-919 is a much more accurate weapon, but lacks a damage department, making it a more accessible option that some players will enjoy using.

For more ideas on what to use, check out the best Warzone loadouts currently dominating the meta. Likewise, you’ll need to learn all about the new perks and equipment to create true meta-classes.