What the Striker 9 lacks in damage per second and time-to-kill speeds, the reliable SMG makes up for with an easy-to-control recoil pattern and fast mobility for Call of Duty: Warzone engagements.
For a long time, the Striker 9 fell to the wayside thanks to the Striker confusingly having a very similar name in the same MW3 class. Both SMGs share common characteristics, but community members leaned more toward using the Striker based on pick rates, as reported by WZ Ranked.
That is, until a buff for the gun in the Season Three Reloaded update, which brought the Striker 9 closer to the forefront of the SMG meta. Several months later in season three, and gamers are still hopping into Urzikstan and Resurgence with the reliable gun.
Here’s our new best loadout for the Striker 9 in Warzone.
Best Striker 9 loadout in Warzone
The Striker-9 has a longer effective range than every MW3 SMG, reaching around 10.7 meters. Our loadout focuses on using its good base range to accentuate mobility, which is crucial for Warzone’s movement speeds for secondary weapons.
Best Striker 9 build in Warzone
- Muzzle: VP27 Mini Brake S
- Barrel: Striker Stubby Barrel
- Stock: No Stock
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
- Magazine: 50 Round Drum
Optic choice comes down to personal preference, but the Striker 9 iron sights provide a clean sightline, so we don’t think this SMG needs a red dot. But if you need one, swap out the No Stock for your optic of choice since the Striker 9 is already quite mobile already.
This loadout focuses on the Striker 9’s high range and fire rate, while upping Mobility and Handling to really focus on this as a close-range weapon. You can still hold your own at mid-range, but the primary weapon should focus on that, while this SMG shreds up close and is perfect for indoors encounters.
Best Striker 9 perks and equipment in Warzone
- Perk Package
- Perk One: Double Time
- Perk Two: Sleight of Hand
- Perk Three: Tempered
- Perk Four: High Alert
- Secondary weapon: RAM-7 or SVA 545
- Lethal: Frag Grenade
- Tactical: Smoke Grenade
Sometimes, the best option is to run in Warzone. Whether that means sprinting out of the gas, away from a gunfight, or at an enemy to finish them off, operators are constantly on the move. Double Time makes that task easier by improving Tac Sprint duration and refresh rates. Then, Sleight of Hand gets you back in the action faster thanks to a quicker reload.
Tempered is a game-changer, as the perk makes it possible to achieve full armor with two plates instead of three. Lastly, High Alert prevents you from getting caught off guard by an enemy looking in your direction.
We recommend pairing this SMG with a meta long-range option like top LMGs or ARs. And no loadout is complete without a smoke grenade and frag grenade.
