Warzone meta guns and weapons - which are best to use?

Players are always on the hunt for an advantage which is why knowing about the current Warzone meta comes into play.

Season 3 of Call of Duty is in full swing and following a recent batch of buffs and nerfs, it's essential players are using the strongest weaponry in their quest to become the last one standing.

Before we take a closer look at the current Warzone Season 3 meta, check out our other guides showcasing the best FJX Horus loadout and when the next double XP event is set to take place.

What is the Warzone Season 3 meta?

• Renetti
• SOA Subverter
• Bruen MK9
• Holger 556
• HRM-9
• Striker 9
• MORS

Leading the charge at the top of the Season 3 meta is the Renetti pistol. Despite it being a secondary weapon, a conversion kit transforms the burst-fire handgun into a fully-automatic beast capable of dominating mid-range and close-quarters combat. It is in line for a nerf and we expect it to drop in popularity soon.

Alongside the Renetti, the Bruen MK9, SOA Subverter, and MORS are excellent options for mid-range and long-distance duels thanks to their ease of use and impressive damage output.

Credit: Screengrab via Activision

Best Warzone meta loadout

The chances of a weapon from the Warzone arsenal standing out from the crowd are high. Whether it's an AR or a more powerful LMG, players always manage to find one gun that's far superior to the others.

Here's the best one to use right now:

Renetti

• Muzzle: ZEHMN35 Compensated Flash Hider
• Optic: Nydar Model 2023
• Ammunition: 50 Round Drum
• Rear Grip: Bruen Onslaught Assault Grip
• Conversion Kit: JAK Ferocity Carbine
• Perks: Double Time / EOD / Tempered / High Alert
• Grenades: Throwing Knife / Stun

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Warzone Season 3 meta perks

Alongside choosing a gun that's part of the Warzone meta, selecting a combination of perks is just as important. You now can customise your perk package and after plenty of testing, this combination of four suits any loadout perfectly:

• Perk 1: Double Time
• Perk 2: Sleight of Hand
• Perk 3: Cold-Blooded
• Perk 4: High Alert

Warzone meta SMG (Season 3)

Ideal for dominating close-quarters combat, selecting an SMG is crucial when building a meta loadout.

Currently, the HRM-9 is the strongest option thanks to its lethal rate of fire and ability to shred through the armour of your opponents in a matter of seconds.

Here are the strongest attachments:

• Muzzle: ZEHMN35 Compensator
• Barrel: Thorn-90 Barrel
• Stock: Folding Stock
• Magazine: 50 Round Drum
• Rear Grip: PCS-90 Assault Grip

Warzone Season 3 Reloaded release date

Season 3 Reloaded is the next seasonal update for Warzone and is set to go live on May 1, 2024. The mid-season update often features another dose of weapon balancing capable of spicing up the meta once again.

Once we've analysed any changes, we'll be sure to update our guide so you know which weapons are worth using.

That's everything there is to know about the current Warzone meta. We'll be sure to update the guide with the latest changes to the battle royale. For more Call of Duty, head over to our Modern Warfare 3 page for the latest multiplayer intel.