DexertoThe PPSh-41 is now in Warzone as of Season 2, introducing a meta SMG that completely dominates up close if you use the right loadout.
There are several top-tier SMGs you can use in the current meta, making it tricky to know what’s best. The addition of the PPSh has only made that decision even harder, with it being yet another top-tier option that you’ll certainly want to consider.
Before judging if it’s the gun for you or not, you’ll want to make sure you are using a build that makes the most of its strengths. To do this, use the loadout below, which has been optimized using in-game stats to make it feel as good as possible.
Best PPSh-41 Warzone loadout
- Muzzle: Compensator
- Barrel: Long Barrel
- Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip
- Magazine: Extended Mag II
- Stock: Quickdraw Stock
DexertoTHe PPSh-41’s biggest problem is its sporadic recoil, which can be mitigated by using both the Compensator and the Vertical Foregrip. The foregrip is especially important as it reduces horizontal recoil, an area where this classic SMG otherwise struggles.
The Long Barrel is another great option, as it improves the PPSh’s maximum damage range to over 20 meters. If you are looking to stretch out this gun’s effective range and be as competitive as possible, this is a must-use attachment that makes a huge difference.
You’ll also want to use the Quickdraw Stock to drastically boost this gun’s ADS Speed. This keeps it feeling snappy and responsive, which is perfect for a close-range weapon like. Without this attachment, other meta SMGs will often outgun the PPSh, so it’s well worth using.
Last but not least, the Extended Mag II increases the PPSH’s magazine capacity from 32 rounds to 55 rounds. That’s a huge 72% increase, which is very useful given this gun’s fast fire rate means you’ll be constantly reloading without it.
Best Perks, Equipment, & Wildcard
- Perk 1: Scavenger
- Perk 2: Quartermaster
- Perk 3: Birdseye
- Wildcard: Overkill
- Lethal: Semtex
- Tactical: Smoke Grenade
DexertoYou’ll want to use Overkill with the PPSh-41 and partner it with a well-rounded assault rifle like the XM4 or Model L. It isn’t worth using Gunfighter like with most other guns, as there aren’t even eight attachments worth using on this particular weapon.
Given how fast the PPSh uses up ammo, you’ll definitely want to use Scavenger to keep your reserves well supplied. It’s a good idea to run Birdseye too, which enhances UAVs, allowing them to reveal the location of those using Ghost. This is great for hunting down other squads and racking up kills.
The third and final perk we recommend using is Quartermaster, which resupplies your equipment passively. This works great with Smoke Grenades, which can be thrown to cover up exposed areas and move through them safely. As an added bonus, you’ll also have practically infinite Semtex to pressure enemies from a distance, giving you a crucial edge.
PPSh-41 pros and cons
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Competitive TTK | Runs out of ammo quickly |
| Fast fire rate | Recoil is sporadic at times |
| Great hipfire accuracy | Mediocre handling |
| Absolute meta for close-range | Not the most versatile weapon |
Where is the PPSh-41 in the Warzone meta?
Activision / DexertoThe PPSh-41 is currently the best SMG in Warzone, beating out both the Jackal PDW and C9. This is largely thanks to its impressive fire rate and competitive TTK, which allow it to dominate up close. What really gives it the edge is the additional buffs on Jan 31, which boosted its range while retaining its incredible damage.
Despite its clear strengths, the PPSh-41 is not perfect, with its rapid fire rate also meaning it runs out of ammo faster than just about anything else. Furthermore, its recoil is less controllable than other meta SMGs, and its handling stats aren’t anything too special for a close-range gun.
Regardless, the PPSh-41 is easily good enough to compete and usually win against the other top-tier submachine guns. For this reason alone, you’ll definitely want to give it a try to see how well this classic weapon works for you.
How to unlock the PPSh-41
The PPSh-41 can be unlocked by completing Page 6 of the Season 2 Battle Pass.
We recommend turning off Auto Unlock so you can skip a few pages, avoid wasting Battle Pass Tokens, and get both this and the Cypher 091 as fast as possible.
Best alternatives
The PPSh-41 is a direct competitor to the Kompakt 92, another fast-firing SMG that is incredible up close but lacks the versatility of its peers. Alternatively, the Saug offers a more controllable option while still being among the best close-range weapons you can use.
For more ideas, check out the best Warzone loadouts that are dominating the current meta to see what everyone is using.
