Tactical Rifles often tend to be a bit too slow in the core game modes, but can be absolutely lethal in hardcore, while LMGs require a much slower play style than what is optimal for this game. The GKS SMG for example is a solid weapon at range, but its slow rate of fire means it’s not one of our recommendations. It’s worth noting that none of the other guns in Black Ops 4 are awful - every single one has its place.

Of course, you don’t have much room for perks with that but it’s worth it to make your primary weapon unbeatable.

Our personal loadout for the MX9 rocks an ELO with Hybrid Mags, Long Barrel, Laser Sight and High Caliber. There are a bunch of attachments to choose from, but we’d recommend opting for an ELO sight as the iron sights aren’t fantastic. The MX9 also doesn’t have much recoil either, making this gun the perfect SMG for maps you may have a few long range engagements on. Reminiscent of the MP5 from previous games, it’s got a moderate rate of fire but deals the most damage per bullet out of all the SMGs. Another gun you have right from the get-go, the MX9 is the final gun on our list.

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