Throughout the short history of Warzone, the popularity of shotguns has peaked and troughed thanks to Raven Software's regular updates ensuring weapon balance remains stable. Only effective in close-range scenarios, selecting the best shotgun can prove problematic with many of them possessing a range of characteristics to suit all styles of play.
With Season 2 of Warzone Pacific, there are a few shotguns that are still hanging onto the evolving meta but there are many that continue to be overlooked to a lack of performance when it matters the most. With that said, find out which is the best Warzone shotgun to use in our ultimate tier list.
What Is The Best Warzone Shotgun?
Despite regular doses of weapon tuning from Raven Software, the Gallo SA12 from Black Ops Cold War continues to be the best shotgun to use in the battle royale. The semi-automatic firing mechanism combined with a lethal damage output allows players to dominate close-quarters combat with ease.
Warzone Shotgun Tier List
With 14 shotguns to choose from, there are a few that still hold their own against submachine guns in close-range situations but before we get into the thick of it, this is rating all of Warzone's shotguns rather than unveiling what the very best Warzone weapons are.
S-Tier
The standout performers in the shotgun category are the Gallo SA12 and Vanguard's Double Barrel Shotgun. The huge damage output of the Gallo combined with its semi-automatic firing mechanism makes it the perfect shotgun to make an impact against submachine guns in close-range engagements.
- Read More: Best Vargo 52 Warzone Loadout
A-Tier
This trio of shotguns are still strong choices but they fall short of the S-Tier due to damage drop-off. Despite being nerfed, the R9-0 and the infamous Dragon's Breath rounds still pack a deadly punch in Verdansk and Rebirth Island.
B-Tier
These are still viable options if you're looking for a more unorthodox shotgun to use during a match but compared to the others that are available, it's probably best to use one that's higher up the list.
C-Tier
Despite possessing immense power, these are the worst shotguns to use in Warzone. We recommend staying well away from this particular selection and looking for something much more versatile.
There you have it, that's the definitive shotgun tier list for Warzone. For more intel, check out our SMG tier list as well as our hub for Season 1 of Warzone Pacific.