Sniper rifles inCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warhave received both buffs and nerfs since the game’s release. As one of the strongest weapon categories in the game, players have resurrected the art of quick-scoping. Still, even the most powerfulCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warweapons can be made even better with the right attachment build.

Amongthe many snipers inCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Waris the M82, which has a lethal reputation. As the last sniper to unlock through game progression, players gain access to its high-caliber rounds and high bullet velocity. This is a heavy rifle meant to take down any enemy with a single shot, and with the right loadout, it can become even stronger.

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Originally named the Barret .50 cal, the M82 sniper rifle is a high damage semi-automatic rifle. It comes with a 5 round magazine and can be reloaded in 3 seconds by default. AsaCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warsniper, the in-game engine makes it perfect for quick-scoping and eliminating multiple threats with its consecutive shots.

Powerful M82 Loadout

The goalwhen equipping attachments inCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Waris to maximize the gun’s strengths. In the case of the M82, players need to work with the high damage and bullet velocity, which can easily be improved by increasing the gun’s fire rate.

The Infiltrator Grip and Raider Pad are designed to aid in movement across the map. Players will find that they can move and aim quicker, allowing them to respond to enemy advancements and alternating objective points. With movement improved, the 22.6" Tiger Team barrel increases the fire rate of this rifle and buffstheCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warsniperdamage.

By using the Airborne Elastic Wrap, players increase the sniper rifle ADS time and add additional flinch resistance totheCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warplayer. Meanwhile, the 7 Round Magazine will increase the magazine size, starting ammo, and ammo capacity allowing more shots before reloading. This helps compensate for the reload time by making it a less frequent interaction.

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warsnipers have a reputation for being overpowered. Players are advised to use this loadout to compensate for recent nerfs and bring back the strength of the sniper class.

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold Waris available on PC, Ps4, Ps5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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