The best Warzone pistol is always worth knowing in Season 6 Reloaded. Having a powerful secondary weapon stowed away to fall back on in the heat of battle is a surefire way to deal some additional damage when your primary weapon is running low on ammunition over the course of a Warzone match.
On numerous occasions, Warzone pistols have slotted into the ever-changing meta but thanks to recent buffs and nerfs, several handguns received a hefty nerf in a bid to balance close-quarters combat on Al Mazrah, Ashika Island, and Vondel.
Before we take a closer look at the best Warzone pistol, check out our guides showcasing the best ranked play loadouts and everything there is to know about the next double XP event.
What is the best Warzone pistol?
As Season 6 progresses, the best pistol to use in Warzone is the X13 Auto and the Basilisk. Its incredible rate of fire makes it feel like you're using an SMG and the ability to use it underwater means it's perfect for any late-game engagements.
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As the season heads towards the halfway point, we'll update the best pistol to reflect any weapon balancing changes that arrive.
Warzone pistol tier list
Following the recent additions of the GS Magna and the FTAC Siege, we've ranked all of the available Warzone pistols from best to worst in our definitive tier list to reflect the current popularity. Scroll down for a closer look:
Warzone pistol tier list
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Leading the charge are the X13 Auto and the Basilisk. Whether it's the fully automatic firing mechanism or the ability to equip two thanks to the Akimbo attachment, these are the best pistols to use by some distance.
Closely following in A Tier are the X12, GS Magna, FTAC Siege, P890, and the .50 GS. All are relatively strong sidearms but compared to the top three, they're lacking the versatility to make them truly great secondary weapons in Season 6 Reloaded.
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As the Warzone cycle progresses, we'll update the tier list to reflect any major buffs and nerfs that take place.
Warzone 2 Season 6 Reloaded release time
Although Season 6 is well underway, attention is already turning to Season 6 Reloaded and the potential of more pistols joining the arsenal. Activision hasn't revealed the start time for the next seasonal update but thanks to the battle pass timer, we know Warzone 2 Season 6 Reloaded will begin on October 17.
There you have it, that's all there is to know about the best Warzone pistol. For more, check out our guides showcasing all of the ranked play rewards and the best sniper rifle for long-distance duels.
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