Master the PPSh-41: Elite Loadouts for Multiplayer and Zombies

The iconic PPSh-41 SMG returns in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 2, proving effective in both Multiplayer and Zombies modes. This guide details the optimal loadouts for each.

Unlocking the PPSh-41

The PPSh-41 is unlocked via the Season 2 Battle Pass. It's a High Value Target on Page 6, with an Ultra rarity Blueprint on Page 14. For quicker access, disable auto-spending of Battle Pass Tokens. BlackCell owners can instantly unlock Page 6.

Best PPSh-41 Multiplayer Loadout

The PPSh-41's high capacity and fire rate shine in close-quarters combat. However, recoil management is crucial. This loadout addresses that:

• Compensator: Reduces vertical recoil.
• Long Barrel: Extends damage range.
• Vertical Foregrip: Improves horizontal recoil control.
• Extended Mag II: Boosts magazine size to 55 rounds (note: penalties to ADS speed, reload, and sprint-to-fire).
• Balanced Stock: Enhances hipfire, strafing, sprint-to-fire, and movement speed.

Recommended Perks:

• Flak Jacket: Reduces explosive and fire damage.
• Assassin: Highlights killstreaks and provides Bounty Packs.
• Double Time: Extends Tactical Sprint duration.
• Scavenger: Resupplies ammo and equipment.

This combination unlocks the Enforcer Combat Specialty for increased movement speed and health regeneration after kills.

Ranked Play Adjustments

For Ranked Play, replace Extended Mag II (unavailable) with Recoil Springs. Use these perks:

• Dexterity
• Fast Hands
• Double Time
• Flak Jacket

Best PPSh-41 Zombies Loadout

The PPSh-41's rapid fire rate and large magazine make it ideal for horde control in Zombies. This loadout prioritizes accuracy and mobility:

• Suppressor: Chance for extra salvage.
• Long Barrel: Improves damage range.
• Vertical Foregrip: Improves horizontal recoil control.
• Extended Mag II: Increases magazine size to 55 rounds (note: penalties to ADS speed, reload, and sprint-to-fire).
• Quickdraw Stock: Significantly improves Aim Down Sight speed.
• Steady Aim Laser: Improves hipfire accuracy.
• Recoil Springs: Improves both horizontal and vertical recoil control.

Recommended Elixirs:

Use Speed Cola (Classic Formula Major Augment) for faster reloads and Deadshot Daiquiri (Dead Head Major Augment) for increased critical hit damage.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.