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Get Ahead: Unlock and Level Up Weapons Early in Black Ops 6 and Warzone
Black Ops 6 and Warzone are packed with a variety of weapons waiting to be unlocked, and there’s a clever workaround that lets you try out and level up certain guns before you officially unlock them.
Unlocking Weapons in Black Ops 6 and Warzone
Players can access new weapons in several ways. Some are part of the seasonal Battle Pass, while others are tied to limited-time events like the Sirin 9mm. However, for those who can’t commit to hours of grinding, unlocking these weapons might feel out of reach.
Thankfully, there’s a trick that allows you to use certain locked weapons early in both Black Ops 6 and Warzone. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make the most of this method.
How to Use Locked Weapons Early
This trick hinges on the locked weapon having an associated Blueprint, which can either be from the Battle Pass or a purchased store bundle. If that’s the case, follow these simple steps:
- Open your loadout menu.
- Locate the locked weapon you’d like to use.
- Navigate to the Blueprints section using RB/R1.
- Select the option to “equip weapon and open Gunsmith” by pressing Square (PlayStation) or X (Xbox).
- Once equipped, you’re ready to use the weapon in-game.
This method equips the weapon in your loadout, allowing you to use it in matches even if it hasn’t been officially unlocked.
Tested and Verified: What You Need to Know
This trick appears to be a glitch that hasn’t been patched yet. The “equip weapon and open Gunsmith” option shouldn’t normally be available for unowned Blueprints, but it currently works in Warzone and Black Ops 6 Zombies modes. Unfortunately, it doesn’t apply to Black Ops 6’s multiplayer at this time.
For those who enjoy switching between Zombies and Warzone, this can be a game-changer. It lets you try out guns like the Krig C or Saug from the Season 1 Battle Pass without needing to grind for Tokens. Similarly, you can equip event rewards, such as the Sirin 9mm from the Hit List event, and start building attachments before fully unlocking the gun.
Why This Trick Matters
Even though most weapons will eventually become available through traditional methods like the Battle Pass, events, or The Armory, this method offers a head start. Warzone players can immediately begin unlocking attachments for their weapons, while Zombies enthusiasts can level up their arsenal in preparation for multiplayer.
It’s unclear whether developers will patch this exploit in a future update, but with Warzone and Black Ops 6’s Season 1 Reloaded adding even more weapons, this trick is worth taking advantage of while it lasts.
So, if you’ve got your eye on a specific weapon, this method can give you the edge to stay ahead of the game.