Shotguns in Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 received a massive nerf with the release of Season 1 Reloaded, taking away the ability to take out a fully armored opponent with a single shot. This nerf applied to existing shotguns from Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2.0: the Bryson 800, Bryson 890, Expedite 12, and Lockwood 300.
This was a long-awaited nerf to this class of weapons since the release of Warzone 2.0. However, shotguns are still a powerful short-range option that can deal devastating damage to anyone unfortunate enough to receive these weapons.
Note: This article is subjective and reflects the opinions of the writer.
SA MX-50 and other accessories make up the best Dragon’s Breath Bryson 800 loadout in Warzone 2.0 Season 1 Reloaded
Shotguns are most popular in Modern Warfare 2, whose multiplayer game modes allow players to run, gun, and single-shot almost any opponent. This is due to the lack of armor plates, which are a crucial component of Warzone 2.0’s battle royale.
The original release of Warzone 2.0 with Season 1 on November 16, 2022 maintained the shotgun’s superiority in close range engagements. However, the latest nerf after Season 1 Reloaded positions the shotgun as a strong yet situational weapon class that is ideal for players who want to add variety to their gameplay.
Among weapons in this class, the Bryson 800 pump-action shotgun is the most viable and consistent. Allows for a more versatile game thanks to the tons of customization options in Gunsmith 2.0:
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<p>The Sawed Off Mod Stock Attachment completely removes the existing stock from the Bryson 800, providing superior movement speed and mobility at the expense of weapon stability. This makes it easier to clear tight spaces and get in and out of engagements with ease. The Sawed Off Mod is unlocked by leveling up the Bryson 800 to level 8.</p>
<p>For the gun guard, the Demo X50 Tactical Bomb allows for faster aim down time and ammo reload speed with additional movement speed when crouching. This attachment is responsible for a higher rate of fire on the Bryson 800 which significantly improves the player’s ability to hit their shots, allowing for a 2-3 shot kill after the recent nerf. The X50 Demo Tactical Bomb is unlocked by leveling up the Bryson 800 to level 17.</p>
<p>Last but not least is the star of this equipment. This attachment is solely responsible for making shotguns viable in Warzone 2.0. Dragon’s Breath 12 gauge shotgun shells spray fiery magnesium pellets, setting your opponent ablaze and dealing significant damage over time with a scorching effect. This attachment is unlocked by leveling up the Expedite 12 to level 28.</p>
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<p>Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2.0 Season 1 Reloaded is currently available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC (via Battle.net and Steam).</p>
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