Best Shotguns in Warzone: Season 3 ranked list

To master close-range combat in Warzone, Shotguns have proven to be the best choice. We’ve ranked every Shotgun in Warzone Season 3 to help you find the best one for your playstyle.

While Warzone Shotguns usually fly under the radar, they will forever remain a top option for close-range combat. If you’re looking for the best Shotgun to use, we’ve put together a ranked list that could make your selection process a simple one.

Here are the best Warzone Shotguns to use in Season 3, including a countdown of the top three picks.

Best Warzone Shotguns ranked list

Before we break down every Warzone Shotgun, we’ve ranked all of the Shotguns from best to worst in Season 3.

1. KV Broadside
2. Haymaker
3. Lockwood 680
4. Riveter
5. Lockwood 300
6. MX Guardian
7. Expedite 12
8. Bryson 800
9. Bryson 890

Best Shotguns in Warzone

3. Lockwood 680

Previously the best Shotgun in Warzone, the Lockwood 680 remains a popular pick within the category due to its excellent mobility and damage output. Contrary to its counterparts, the Lockwood 680 is more of a hip-fire Shotgun. It will allow you to clear buildings with ease and straight-up dominate in close quarters.

2. Haymaker

Following the introduction of the Season 2 JAK Maglift Kit Aftermarket Part, the Haymaker became the best Shotgun in Warzone. However, that didn’t last long as a new contender has emerged since the start of Season 3.

Despite not being number one, the Haymaker remains a great option for close-range combat in Season 3. Much like MW 2019’s Origin 12, players who love Shotguns are still relying on the Haymaker given its huge magazine, high damage output, and rapid fire rate.

1. KV Broadside – Best Shotgun in Warzone

Thanks to the JAK Jawbreaker Aftermarket Part that arrived in Season 3, the KV Broadside has claimed the title of best Shotgun in Warzone. This new Season 3 attachment available through Weekly Challenges turns the KV Broadside into an automatic Battle Rifle.

While the best Shotgun in Warzone may not technically be a Shotgun after the conversion kit is applied, the JAK Jawbreaker Broadside is meant to be used like a close-range Shotgun. The weapon’s range isn’t great, and its low fire rate may take some getting used to. However, thanks to its damage output, it obliterates enemies in Warzone.

Those were the best Shotguns to use in Warzone Season 3.

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