Best Jackal PDW Build in Black Ops 6 & Warzone

Black Ops 6 is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious Call of Duty titles yet, introducing omnimovement, an overhaul to aim assist, and a roster of unique maps and weapons. On the topic of weapons, one particular Submachine Gun appears to be competing for the title of the best gun in the game.

The Jackal PDW is one of the weapons players will acquire later in their playthrough, as it is unlocked at level 43. Despite being unlocked relatively late in Black Ops 6’s progression, the Jackal PDW is currently one of the best weapons to use in the game. It boasts excellent handling and mobility, along with solid DPS. However, with the best attachments, it can become even better.

Updated on November 23, 2024, by Nathan Round: Black Ops 6’s integration into Warzone sees the Jackal PDW and the rest of the game’s weapons carry over to the popular Battle Royale title. With that being the case, this guide has been updated to include an additional Jackal PDW loadout for Warzone. We have also updated our existing Jackal PDW loadout for Black Ops 6, as weapon updates made from the beta to the full game’s release have called for some changes.

Best Jackal PDW Loadout In Black Ops 6

Best Jackal PDW Build:

• Long Barrel (Barrel)
• Ranger Foregrip (Underbarrel)
• Extended Mag I (Magazine)
• Ergonomic Grip (Rear Grip)
• Balanced Stock (Stock)

The following Jackal PDW build is currently dominating Black Ops 6 lobbies at close range, regardless of the map it is used on. Equipping the attachments listed above significantly increases range and accuracy while boosting other key attributes such as movement speed, aim-down-sight speed, and magazine ammo capacity. Although vertical recoil control is still slightly on the higher end, it remains manageable and can even lead to the occasional lucky headshot.

Best Black Ops 6 Perks & Wildcard

Looking to stay on the move whilst also maintaining accuracy? Then the above Perk Package is the best choice. With the Perks listed above players can enjoy an extended Tactical Sprint duration, along with the neat benefit of reduced weapon sway during movements, ensuring players can make full use of their omniomovement without it reducing their accuracy.

On top of boosting movement, this Perk Package also reveals the footprint trails of the opposition, along with allowing players to resupply ammunition from eliminated players. Both benefits allow players to remain on the offensive, whilst also never falling low when it comes to ammo reserves for both of their weapons.

Black Ops 6 Secondary Recommendations

For most gunfights, the Jackal PDW will reign supreme. However, due to the weapon’s fast fire rate, there may be times when players need to switch to an additional secondary weapon instead of reloading. Fortunately, there are two notable Handguns players can use in Black Ops 6: the Grekhova and the 9mm PM. Both weapons are reliable and make for excellent swap-to-secondary choices, but the Grekhova takes the number one spot for the best Handgun in the game.

Best Jackal PDW Loadout In Warzone

Up next is a build specifically for Warzone Battle Royale, designed to be slightly more versatile given the increased map size. With the attachments showcased above, players will gain a buff to both bullet velocity and damage range, as opposed to just damage range, along with a significant recoil reduction.

Additional benefits include a large magazine size to compensate for players’ increased health, as well as improved handling attributes like aim-down-sight speed and hip-fire accuracy. As a result, players are equipped with a laser-accurate Submachine Gun, which naturally translates to a fast time-to-kill.

Best Warzone Perks & Wildcard

Looking to keep mobility levels high and stay on the offensive? Then the above Perk Package is the best option to choose. Benefits of this package include the carry-over perk of reduced weapon sway while moving, along with the ability to take less fall damage — perfect for remaining mobile on maps like Area 99.

Additional perks provide an indefinite tactical sprint duration, along with a 15% movement speed increase when taking damage from gunfire. As a result, players can utilize their omnimovement to its fullest potential, eliminating that sluggish and slow feeling during gunfights. As for the best Wildcard, players can opt for either Overkill or Gunfighter, depending on whether they want to run an eight-attachment or five-attachment build.

Warzone Secondary Recommendations

Regardless of whether players are using Gunfighter or Overkill, acquiring an additional primary weapon like an Assault Rifle or Light Machine Gun allows for slightly more versatility across ranges. Top weapons from both categories include the XMG, the GPR-91, the XM4, and the Model L.

For avid marksmen, however, a weapon from the Sniper Rifle category also works well. Currently, bolt-action rifles reign supreme due to their ability to deliver one-shot headshots. For a fast-handling Sniper, opt for the LW3A1 Frostline. However, if players want to pack more of a punch, the LR 7.62 is an excellent choice.

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  Released

  October 25, 2024

  OpenCritic Rating

  Strong

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  First-Person Shooter

  Battle Royale

  Released

  March 10, 2020

  OpenCritic Rating

  Strong