Slept-on Warzone SMG is surprise meta pick with ‘ridiculous’ TTK

Joseph Pascoulis
warzone mw3 striker 9 in firing range

Here’s WhosImmortal’s meta Warzone close-range loadout that may take players by surprise, as it utilizes an underrated but “ridiculously good” SMG.

Warzone‘s meta is constantly changing and evolving. Each major update seems to bring balancing changes that alter the top picks, with Season 1 Reloaded pushing players toward the RAM-7 and HRM-9.

That said, content creators and stats experts always seem to find new Warzone loadouts to compete with the top choices, offering the community alternatives.

Doing just that, WhosImmortal has revealed his top five meta SMG choices in Warzone Season 1 Reloaded, and one of the top picks may come as a surprise, as he calls his best Striker 9 loadout a “ton of fun to use.”

The Striker 9 isn’t the most popular choice, with a 0.52% pick rate according to WZRanked. That said, WhosImmortal described the weapon as “ridiculously good in the close-range and the early mid-range as well, it’s extremely versatile.”

WhosImmortal’s best Warzone Striker 9 SMG loadout

  • Barrel: Striker Recon Long Barrel
  • Muzzle: JAK BFB
  • Ammunition: 50 Round Drum
  • Stock: No Stock Mod
  • Optic: NYDAR Model 202

WhosImmortal’s best Warzone Striker 9 build really aims to emphasize the SMG’s great versatility, with the Striker Recon Long Barrel aiding damage range and bullet velocity while the No Stock Mod retains mobility for those close-quarters engagements.

To counter some of the recoil control loss with the No Stock Mod, the JAK BFB muzzle will provide more than enough vertical and horizontal control to keep you on target, and it’s an attachment that WhoImmortal absolutely loves.

The 50 Round Drum is a no-brainer for battle royale, while the NYDAR Model 202 is a nice clean sight that the content creator has been enjoying as of late.

So, if you’re looking for a new Warzone SMG to enjoy, definitely give WhosImmortal’s Striker 9 loadout a go, as there’s a chance it could also be a strong pick for the Season 2 update.

About The Author

Joseph is a Senior Writer at CharlieIntel, specializing in shooters such as Call of Duty, Apex Legends, Fortnite, and Overwatch. He also enjoys Souls-likes, the Resident Evil franchise, and Tekken. After writing for KeenGamer, he joined CharlieIntel in 2021. If Joseph isn't writing about games, he's most likely playing them. You can contact him at [email protected].