Black Ops 6 Gun Showdown: The Jackal PDW Faces Nerfs
Black Ops 6: The Jackal PDW’s Dominance
The Jackal PDW quickly emerged as the standout SMG during the Black Ops 6 Closed Beta. While it dominated almost every lobby over the first weekend, Treyarch is already on the case with nerfs at the ready.
Expectations for the Open Beta
As soon as the first Black Ops 6 Beta weekend went live, it instantly became clear what the very best weapons were. While the AMES 85 Assault Rifle led its category, the Jackal PDW SMG stood tall as not only the best in its class but the single strongest gun in the game overall.
- With the right attachments, the Jackal’s lightning-quick TTK, paired with BO6’s new Omnimovement, made it the most popular pick during the Closed Beta.
- However, Treyarch has announced it will be toned down for the Open Beta period starting September 6 at 10 AM PT.
“Take a break” from using the SMG, Treyarch advised, signaling the end of its reign of terror.
Looking Towards New Weapons
Details on the exact balance adjustments remain unclear, but players expect anything from specific attachment tweaks to an overall TTK reduction. Additionally, players can look forward to new weapons in the Closed Beta, including the Tanto .22 SMG, which could challenge the dominance of the Jackal.
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