Season 1 of Warzone introduces a wealth of new perks, coinciding with the eagerly anticipated integration of Black Ops 6. This significant update marks a new era for Warzone, as it incorporates all weapons and movement capabilities from BO6 into the battle royale experience. Beyond the weaponry, the perks system is also undergoing substantial changes, featuring the introduction of Wildcards.
Complete Overview of Perks in Warzone & How to Acquire Them
Category 1 Perks
| Perk | Unlock Criteria | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Grenadier | Instant | Slows enemy health regen and movement speed from explosive damage. Enhances equipment throw distance and trajectory preview. |
| Dexterity | Level 20 | Reduces weapon sway during jumps, slides, and dives. Decreases fall damage. |
| Scavenger | Level 26 | Begin with max ammo for your primary weapon. Resupply ammo and plates by defeating enemies. |
| Survivor | Level 47 | Faster health regeneration and quicker revives from teammates. |
| Veteran | Season 1 Event | Reduces negative effects from enemy equipment and decreases flinching while aiming. |
| Reflexes | Season 1 Reloaded Event | Delays activation of triggered explosives when sprinting nearby. |
Category 2 Perks
| Perk | Unlock Criteria | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Quartermaster | Instant | Equipment recharges over time. |
| Bomb Squad | Level 8 | Reduces damage from explosives and fire; spots enemy equipment through walls. |
| Tracker | Level 29 | Displays enemy footprints. Bullets briefly mark enemies for you and your squad, pinging downed foes. |
| Sprinter | Level 32 | Permits indefinite Tactical Sprinting. |
| Cold-Blooded | Level 41 | Hides you from enemy AI targeting systems and thermal optics. |
| Quick Fix | Level 50 | Health starts regenerating upon killing enemies or inserting armor plates, which can be done one-handed. |
Category 3 Perks
| Perk | Unlock Criteria | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Gung-Ho | Instant | Minimized movement penalties when reloading or using equipment; allows reloading while sprinting. |
| Resolute | Level 5 | Increased movement speed for a brief period after taking damage from gunfire. |
| Ghost | Level 17 | Untraceable by enemy radar pings when moving; cannot be detected by certain devices. |
| Birdseye | Level 23 | Your UAVs are 25% larger and reveal enemy heading to your squad; can spot players using Ghost. |
| Tempered | Level 35 | Restores armor plates to full with two instead of three. |
| Alertness | Level 44 | Detects nearby enemies and alerts you when being aimed at. |
Lootable Perks
| Perk | Effect |
|---|---|
| Irradiated | Increases movement speed and reduces gas damage while affected by gas clouds or similar equipment; allows for one-handed armor plate insertion. |
| Shrouded | Creates a smoke grenade effect when you enter the downed state. |
The integration with Black Ops 6 also reinstates the Revamped Pick 3 Perk system, replacing the previous package of four perks. Similar to the multiplayer format, players can now choose three perks—one from each category—for their loadout. However, unlike multiplayer, Warzone excludes Combat Specialties, meaning there are no additional rewards for selecting complementary effects.
To maintain balance, some perks have switched categories; for instance, Ghost is now classified as a Category 3 Perk instead of Category 1. Players also have access to two unique perks found only through ground loot: Irradiated and Shrouded, which must be discovered in-game rather than pre-selected.
Wildcards Overview & How to Acquire Them
| Wildcard | Unlock Criteria | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Bandolier | Level 15 | Loadout grants a Munitions Satchel. |
| Overkill | Level 24 | Allows the use of two primary or secondary weapons. |
| Gunfighter | Level 33 | Permits three additional attachments on your primary weapon. |
| Battle Ready | Level 38 | Loadout includes a UAV and Utility Box. |
Wildcards make their debut in Warzone with this update, providing unique advantages; only one Wildcard may be equipped per loadout. These Wildcards offer powerful bonuses, enabling players to utilize eight attachments or gain access to a free UAV. Notably, Overkill now requires a Wildcard for acquisition, marking a shift from earlier iterations. To balance gameplay, players aiming to operate across various ranges will need to reach Level 24 and select Overkill for dual weapon access.
With all these new perks and Wildcards at your disposal, your next step is to strategize your combinations for both the expansive map and Area 99, while selecting one of Warzone’s top-tier weapons to complement your chosen loadout.
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