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Top PPSh-41 Loadouts for Black Ops 6: Multiplayer and Zombies

by Joshua May 20,2025

With the thrilling launch of Season 2 in *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* and *Warzone*, fans are excited to see the return of the legendary PPSh-41. This highly effective Submachine Gun (SMG) offers unique advantages in both Multiplayer and Zombies modes. Here’s a detailed look at the best PPSh-41 loadouts for each.

How To Unlock the PPSh-41 in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

In *Call of Duty* Season 2, unlocking the PPSh-41 is straightforward through the Battle Pass. You can find this classic SMG as the High Value Target on Page 6, and there's an Ultra rarity Blueprint waiting on Page 14. To unlock the PPSh-41 as quickly as possible, make sure your Battle Pass Tokens are set to Auto: Off. This way, you can manually allocate them to the necessary pages. If you're a Season 2 BlackCell owner, you have the advantage of instantly skipping to one page of your choice. Combine this with the included tier skips to jump straight to Page 6 and claim the PPSh-41 without delay.

Best PPSh-41 Loadout in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer

The PPSh-41 as part of the article about the best loadout in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Zombies.In *Black Ops 6* Multiplayer, the PPSh-41 shines as a high-capacity, high fire rate SMG, perfect for dominating in close quarters and achieving multi-kills. However, its significant recoil can challenge your accuracy, particularly when aiming for those crucial Headshots. To optimize your PPSh-41 for Multiplayer, consider these attachments:

  • Compensator – Enhances Vertical Recoil Control.
  • Long Barrel – Boosts Damage Range.
  • Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control.
  • Extended Mag II – Increases Magazine Ammo Capacity from 32 to 55 rounds, though it slightly affects Aim Down Sight Speed, Reload Quickness, and Sprint to Fire Speed.
  • Balanced Stock – Enhances Hipfire Movement Speed, Strafing Movement Speed, Sprint to Fire Speed, and overall Movement Speed.

This configuration significantly improves the PPSh-41's accuracy and mobility, making it ideal for flanking and ambushing groups. Keep in mind, its rapid fire rate means you'll go through ammo quickly. To match its aggressive playstyle, equip these perks:

  • Perk 1: Flak Jacket – Reduces damage from explosives and fire.
  • Perk 2: Assassin – Enemies on kill streaks get a unique minimap marker and drop Bounty Packs upon death, which you can pick up for extra Score.
  • Perk 3: Double Time – Significantly extends Tactical Sprint duration.
  • Perk Greed: Scavenger – Replenishes ammo and Equipment from fallen foes.

These perks will unlock the Enforcer Combat Specialty, granting a temporary boost to movement speed and health regeneration upon killing enemies.

PPSh-41 Loadout Changes for Ranked Play

Ranked Play in *Black Ops 6* has a different set of available attachments and perks. Adjust your PPSh-41 loadout accordingly:

  • Replace the Extended Mag II with Recoil Springs, as the former is not available in Ranked Play.
  • Perk 1: Dexterity
  • Perk 2: Fast Hands
  • Perk 3: Double Time
  • Perk 4: Flak Jacket

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Best PPSh-41 Loadout for Black Ops 6 Zombies

The PPSh-41 as part of the article about the best loadout in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Zombies.Zombies enthusiasts will appreciate the PPSh-41’s return. Its fast fire rate and large magazine capacity make it a top choice for mowing down hordes while on the move, especially in close-quarters maps like The Tomb in *Black Ops 6*. Here's the optimal loadout for Zombies:

  • Suppressor – Increases the chance to drop extra salvage.
  • Long Barrel – Enhances Damage Range.
  • Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control.
  • Extended Mag II – Boosts Magazine Ammo Capacity from 32 to 55 rounds, with slight penalties to Aim Down Sight Speed, Reload Quickness, and Sprint to Fire Speed.
  • Quickdraw Stock – Significantly improves Aim Down Sight Speed.
  • Steady Aim Laser – Enhances Hipfire Spread.
  • Recoil Springs – Improves both Horizontal and Vertical Recoil Control.

With this setup, the PPSh-41 is both accurate and agile, perfect for players aiming to secure critical kills. Note that attachments like the CHF Barrel and Rapid Fire are not included here, as they offer minimal benefits for the PPSh-41 while significantly increasing recoil.

To maximize your PPSh-41's effectiveness in Zombies, focus on improving reload times and critical kill potential. Use Speed Cola with the Classic Formula Major Augment, and the Dead Head Major Augment for Deadshot Daiquiri to boost your critical damage further.

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

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