The EX1 has arrived in Warzone Season 5, and we’ve got the perfect attachments, Perks, and Equipment to build the best EX1 loadout.

Warzone Season 5 has introduced the battle royale’s first ever energy rifle in the form of the EX1, better known as the EM1 from Advanced Warfare. Before you take this new piece of tech out into a match, you’ll need the best EX1 loadout for Warzone Season 5, complete with attachments, Perks, and Equipment.

Warzone Season 5 has arrived, bringing this era of the game to end before Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 take over. The devs are clearly looking to go out with a bang, bringing in Umbrella Academy characters for the first time, and introducing a number of classic weapons from the series’ history.

One of these familiar weapons is the EX1 Assault RIfle, which fans will recognize as the EM1 from Advanced Warfare. This unique weapon from the future fires laser beams instead of traditional ammo, bringing a whole new layer to Warzone fights.

The new gun is sure to be a popular choice in Warzone Season 5, so we’ve put together the best EX1 loadout to help you dominate the final chapter.

The EX1 does come with a fair amount of recoil, so our setup focuses on keeping it under wraps to make it effective in longer-range fights. We kick things off with the Coil Amp, SD Instant Grat, Ion Hand Stop, and AC-Titanium Anchor, all of which boost flinch resistance, recoil control, and general stability to make the EX1 a literal laser in Warzone.

Optics are mostly down to personal preference, but we’ve gone for a simple Slate Reflector because it’s clean and easy to use. As an Energy Weapon, there are no choices for ammo, but it does pay to use the Royal-PV Cell Reserve Battery to increase ammo capacity and ensure you never run dry mid-battle.

A drawback of the futuristic technology packed into the EX1 is that it can feel quite bulky to use, so Taped Grip and the Fleet Perk will increase movement speed, sprint-to-fire speed, and add stability. Meanwhile, On-Hand buffs ADS speed to help you land those shots early and get the edge on your opponent.

Perks-wise, it’s always a solid choice to run E.O.D to counter the many explosives that enemies will throw at you and soak up some of the damage.

Then, Overkill lets you bring along another primary weapon, allowing you to pair the EX1 with a Sniper or SMG. We also recommend Amped to enable you to switch between the two quickly, meaning you’re never caught with the wrong weapon for the situation at hand.

When it comes to Equipment, Semtex is an easy-to-use lethal that deals big damage, while Stims offer a handy health boost that can be crucial in desperate moments.

All you have to do to get hold of the EX1 in Warzone is reach Tier 15 of the Season 5 Battle Pass by earning XP in-game.

If you haven’t purchased the Battle Pass, don’t worry, this is one of the free tiers, so there’s no need to spend any real money if you don’t want to.

If the EX1 isn’t cutting it, we recommend trying out other meta Assault Rifles like the no-recoil KG M40 or the fast-firing Cooper Carbine.

The beauty of the EX1, however, is that you can swap its attachments to turn it into virtually any type of weapon you want, from an SMG to a Sniper Rifle. So, consider playing around with the attachments to find the build that suits you.

For more on Warzone Season 5, be sure to check out every map change on Rebirth and Fortune’s Keep, as well as the latest nerf to the Serpentine Perk.

Infinity Ward are hosting the Call of Duty Next event to reveal Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer and Warzone 2, so here’s how to watch it.

Modern Warfare 2’s official multiplayer reveal takes place at Call of Duty Next, where content creators will be playing live and Infinity Ward will reveal more about Warzone 2 and more. Here’s how to watch Call of Duty Next and learn more about Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer.

Infinity Ward have been incredibly open about Modern Warfare 2’s campaign and its new mechanics ahead of its early access period, but multiplayer is still largely a mystery. The beta arrives on September 16, and the devs will be hosting the Call of Duty Next event beforehand to fill in the blanks.

Here’s everything we know about Call of Duty Next so far, including its dates, what’s expected to be shown, and how to watch it.

Call of Duty Next is a showcase event for Modern Warfare 2, where Infinity Ward will be showing off Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer for the first time.

This event will also reveal what the “imminent future of Call of Duty will look like,” including Warzone 2 and the upcoming Warzone Mobile. Plus, the devs teased that something “Redacted” will also be shown off, which players expect to be the heavily leaked DMZ mode that NFL players accidentally revealed.

Here’s everything Infinity Ward has planned:

Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer reveal at Call of Duty Next takes place on Thursday, September 15, the day before the PlayStation closed beta kicks off.

Infinity Ward haven’t revealed the exact time, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated once we know more.

The Call of Duty Next event should be live streamed on either Call of Duty’s YouTube or Twitch channel. Plus, content creators have also been invited to stream their Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer gameplay.

You can tune into the official channel for all of the details on Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer, Warzone 2, Warzone mobile, and perhaps even the leaked DMZ mode, then switch to your favorite creator for raw gameplay.

We’ve embedded Call of Duty’s Twitch channel above but will keep this updated when more details are available.

More of Modern Warfare 2 has leaked ahead of the Call of Duty Next event, including campaign gameplay and one of the Ground War maps.

Warzone players have discovered a hilarious Armored SUV trick in Season 5 which sees the vehicle shooting for space.

Warzone Pacific players are causing chaos in Season 5 after they discovered that Armored SUVs can rocket boost across the map.

While Warzone Pacific Season 5 introduced a bunch of new content such as the RA 225 and the Umbrella Academy skins, some players have actually noticed a new mechanic with one of the vehicles.

The vehicle in question is Warzone’s Armored SUV, which was introduced back in Pacific Season 4. Now, in Season 5, players have discovered a new trick with the vehicle, which is sending players flying all over the map, surprising many in the community.

Some posts about the Armored SUV’s rocket boost mechanic were put up in the Warzone subreddit, and the community is seemingly confused, having no idea that this was even a thing.

User Ballen101 put a video up of the Warzone Armored SUV’s “Rocket Boost,” saying that they had no idea that “this was a thing.” After placing the vehicle at an angle on Fortune’s Keep, the player uses the Armored SUV’s boost to send them flying.

Not only did this player not know that this was possible, but many in the comments are also similarly baffled. One comment reads, “? That’s a real thing they added?? What the f***.”

Another user also posted a similar clip with the caption “did anyone else know the armor truck had boost rockets?”

This show that the Armored SUV’s boost mechanic was unknown by many in the community, with comments in this post also expressing surprise, “WHAT THE ACTUAL F**K!”

Now that you know, go ahead and try it in-game, as it could make for a great highlight reel or just some fun to blow off steam.

For more on Warzone Pacific Season 5, check out which SMG JGOD believes is meta once again.

Call of Duty: Warzone Pacific has almost 200 weapons to choose from, so we’ve ranked every primary gun and counted down the top ten.

Using the best Call of Duty: Warzone weapons is key to picking up victories in the popular battle royale. We’ve put together a list of the most powerful guns in Warzone Pacific Season 5 and ranked the primary weapons from best to worst.

As Call of Duty: Warzone wraps up in Season 5, there are almost 200 weapons to choose from. Guns, knives, and explosives from Modern Warfare, Black Ops Cold War, and Vanguard are available to take into Caldera, Rebirth Island, and Fortune’s Keep, offering a ton of choice.

Warzone Pacific Season 5 delivered the new EX1 and RA 225 so there’s even more choice for players. Plus, the meta changed considerably following all of the buffs and nerfs.

While you want to optimize your graphics settings and controller settings in Warzone, everyone wants to know the best weapon to use. We’ve ranked all 133 primary weapons in the game and counted down the top 10.

Before we count down the top 10 weapons in Warzone, we’re ranking every single primary weapon available in the game. Some weapons clearly shine above the rest and some should be avoided at all costs.

Here’s every primary weapon in Warzone Pacific Season 5 ranked from best to worst.

The Warzone Season 3 update drastically changed how Snipers perform in the battle royale. Only a select few Snipers could still one-shot kill with a headshot at any distance. Luckily, the 3-Line Rifle not only maintained its one-shot kill potential, but it also received a buff to ADS speed and a flinch reduction.

Some Warzone players have expressed their displeasure with the Sniper changes, but it does not look as though they will get reverted. If you’re looking to come to terms with Sniping in Warzone, the 3-Line Rifle is your best bet.

Even though Vanguard guns have dominated the meta, Cold War’s XM4 has always been able to hang with the best Vanguard guns.

The XM4 has everything you want in an Assault Rifle, having high mobility, low recoil, and solid range. While none of its stats are crazy, it’s an extremely solid choice that’ll win you a lot of gunfights regardless of the map size.

Warzone players are always delighted when a Modern Warfare weapon arrives in the meta, and the Grau 5.56 got a significant buff in Season 5.

The Grau isn’t the absolute meta due to Vanguard weapons’ benefits outweighing what a Cold War or Modern Warfare gun can bring to the table, but that doesn’t mean the Grau isn’t a great choice.

With low recoil, a respectable TTK, and the cleanest iron sights in the game, you should absolutely try the Grau again if you haven’t.

The H4 Blixen was one of the best SMGs throughout Season 4 and even though it was nerfed, it’s remained one of the best weapons in Warzone.

You’ll get high mobility and a fast TTK, but it’s not as high on the list as some of the other SMGs because it’s that much harder to control during Season 5. Still, if you’re a skilled player who knows how to control recoil, you’ll have great success with the Blixen.

The Cooper Carbine is an Assault Rifle known for its versatility since it entered the battle royale all the way back in Season 1. Players build it for various engagements including medium-range on Fortune’s Keep or long-range on Caldera.

This Assault Rifle doesn’t always pack the hardest punch, but it is extremely easy to control as a low-recoil weapon. If you’re looking to land your shots and improve your aim, then the Cooper Carbine is the way to go.

The Marco 5 maintains its spot on the top ten list since joining the weapon pool in Season 4. Although its unique Akimbo Perk allows players to dual-wield the weapon, it’s best to use one at a time and take advantage of its high movement speed.

It has a respectable TTK and damage-per-mag but it really shines in allowing players to get around Caldera at an incredibly fast pace. If you use something heavy like the UGM-8, then the Marco could be the perfect secondary.

The Automaton has stayed a consistently strong choice ever since it arrived, and has become a popular choice again in Season 5.

With great range and a high fire rate, the Automaton is a forgiving but powerful Assault Rifle that can suit almost any playstyle on any map. With excellent range, damage, and control, it has become the ideal weapon of choice for players during Season 5.

Despite the abundance of top SMG options, it’s hard to go wrong with the Armaguerra 43 in Warzone Pacific Season 5. Although it received some nerfs at the start of the season, it’s remained the most popular gun in Warzone and for good reason.

The Armaguerra is a little bit more difficult to use since the start of Season 5 but it will still chew through enemies’ health and armor incredibly fast. While we’ve ranked the Armaguerra the highest, a ton of other SMGs are viable this season.

The UGM-8 sits comfortably as the second-best weapon in Warzone, and could even take the number one spot depending on your skill level. 

Although a cumbersome LMG, the UGM-8’s damage over range is what sets it apart. If you get an enemy in your sights and land your shots, you’ll be able to take them down in the blink of an eye. 

If you haven’t used the UGM-8 in Warzone Pacific Season 5 yet, you might be sleeping on your new favorite.

The STG44 has come and gone from Warzone’s meta, remaining a consistent and reliable choice. With nerfs to the KG M40 at the start of Season 5, it’s become the best weapon in the game again.

Although it can statistically be beaten by other weapons on this list, its high bullet velocity and low recoil make it incredibly easy to use. Combined with a solid TTK, it’s impossible to go wrong with the STG44 in Warzone Pacific Season 5.

Those are the top 10 weapons you should be using in Warzone Pacific. Expect this list to keep on changing as weapons are buffed and nerfed. If classic multiplayer is more your cup of tea, you can check out the top 10 Vanguard weapons.

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