NoLagVPNKey Takeaways
- Meta LMGs dominate due to superior TTK and ease of use, making them essential for competitive Warzone Ranked.
- Lower-tier LMGs, while usable, suffer from significant disadvantages in mobility, ADS speed, or recoil control.
- Weapon rankings are based on a combination of statistical performance, ease of use, and effectiveness in typical Warzone Ranked engagements.
This tier list ranks LMG in Warzone Ranked, assessing their viability in the current Season 2 Reloaded meta. The tier system ranges from Meta (the best, most dominant weapons) to D (below average, difficult to use effectively). The current meta in Warzone favors weapons with a fast time-to-kill (TTK), good mobility, and manageable recoil. This ranking is based on statistical performance, ease of use, and overall effectiveness in typical Warzone Ranked engagements. Factors such as TTK, recoil control, mobility, and ADS speed were carefully considered.
D Tier
D-tier weapons are average options that can be used but are generally outclassed by superior choices. These weapons often suffer from a combination of statistical shortcomings or handling issues.
Rapp H
The Rapp H, an LMG in the D tier, features a high fire rate and a fast time to kill. Its accuracy is also a strength. However, its slow mobility and ADS speed hinder its overall performance. In situations requiring quick reactions or rapid repositioning, the Rapp H struggles compared to more agile weapons.
Sakin MG38
The Sakin MG38 in D tier offers a very low time to kill and minimal recoil. However, its drawbacks include poor mobility and a significantly higher-than-average ADS time. While its TTK is impressive, the Sakin's handling makes it less effective in fast-paced engagements.
RPK
The RPK, an LMG in the D tier, deals high damage and is easy to control due to its low recoil. Its fast reload time allows for sustained fire. However, as an LMG, its slow mobility and ADS speed make it difficult to move around the map quickly. This limits its effectiveness in dynamic combat scenarios.
HCR 56
The HCR 56, classified as a D-tier LMG, has a good time to kill at both short and long ranges. However, it suffers from huge recoil and slow mobility. The combination of these drawbacks makes the HCR-56 a less viable option compared to other LMGs with better handling.
556 Icarus
The 556 Icarus, a D-tier LMG from the M4 platform, features a fast fire rate and one of the fastest times to kill in the game. However, its LMG classification means it also comes with slow mobility. Despite its lethal potential, the 556 Icarus is held back by its handling characteristics.
RAAL MG
The RAAL MG, a D-tier LMG, offers low recoil and high bullet velocity, which makes it easier to land shots. However, its mobility is poor, and it has a long reload time and slow ADS speed. While accurate and capable at range, its handling limitations make it less versatile in close-quarters combat.
Holger 26
The Holger 26, a D-tier LMG, is accurate and easy to use at long range. It has good mobility and a drum magazine that reloads faster than traditional LMGs, making it feel more like an assault rifle. It also has one of the fastest times to kill at long range.
Bruen Mk9
The Bruen Mk9, a D-tier LMG, is a fully automatic, air-cooled light machine gun chambered in 5.56. It supports your team and pins down the enemy with a high fire rate and overwhelming covering fire.
Pulemyot 762
The Pulemyot 762, a D-tier LMG, is a slow-firing, heavy weapon that deals heavy damage with very low recoil. It was recently buffed with improved mobility, a faster fire rate, and higher damage.
DG-58 LSW
The DG-58 LSW, a D-tier LMG, is very accurate and easy to use at long range. It has good mobility and a drum magazine that reloads faster than traditional LMGs, which makes it feel more like an assault rifle.
TAQ Eradicator
The TAQ Eradicator, a D-tier LMG, has a variable fire rate. It starts really fast and decreases slowly. If you hit your first shots, that gun deals incredible damage.
TAQ Evolvere
The TAQ Evolvere, a D-tier LMG, is an advanced, multi-caliber LMG capable of firing 7.62 or 5.56 with minimal adjustments to the weapon. It is versatile and exceptionally lethal in the right hands.
RPK
The RPK, an LMG in the D tier, deals high damage and is easy to control due to its low recoil. Its fast reload time allows for sustained fire. However, as an LMG, its slow mobility and ADS speed make it difficult to move around the map quickly. This limits its effectiveness in dynamic combat scenarios.
Pulemyot 762
The Pulemyot 762, a D-tier LMG, is a slow-firing, heavy weapon that deals heavy damage with very low recoil. It was recently buffed with improved mobility, a faster fire rate, and higher damage.
Kastov LSW
The Kastov LSW, a D-tier LMG, has best-in-class fire rate and Tac Stance accuracy. It was crafted to tear enemies through at short to medium range.
Conclusion
Currently, the LMG meta in Warzone is sparsely populated, with most LMGs falling into the D tier. This distribution indicates that LMGs, as a weapon class, are underperforming compared to other weapon types. Future patches may shift the meta if buffs are applied to address LMGs' mobility and ADS speed issues. Keep an eye on patch notes for potential changes.
Methodology
Weapons were tested and evaluated based on key performance indicators relevant to Warzone Ranked. TTK (Time to Kill) was weighted at 30%, reflecting its importance in fast-paced engagements. Recoil control accounted for 25%, as manageable recoil is crucial for accuracy at range. Mobility was weighted at 20%, considering its impact on repositioning and close-quarters combat. ADS speed was given 15% weighting, influencing reaction time in gunfights, and Damage Per Mag was weighted at 10%. Testing took place in both private matches and live Warzone Ranked games to assess real-world performance. Higher tiers prioritize weapons that excel in TTK and recoil control.