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Black Ops 7 Zombies is back at its best in the new launch, and there are plenty of weapons to pick from while trying to slay the undead.
There are 30 different weapons available at launch, classified across different types. However, not all of them are equally effective, and few are better than the rest. This early tier list will give you a clear idea about which weapons stand out and which ones you should avoid.
Complete Black Ops 7 Zombies weapons tier list
I have used four tiers to classify the weapons that are available in the Zombies mode (The Zombies mode uses the same weapons that are available in the Co-Op campaign and Multiplayer).
- S-tier weapons are the best possible choices in the current meta, and they’re the standout performers in their respective categories.
- A-tier weapons might be slightly weaker than the S-tier choices, but they can be pretty effective with the correct builds.
- B-tier weapons are average choices that will require a lot of time for you to master them.
- C-tier weapons are below-average options that should be avoided as much as possible (unless you love using them for some reason).
Here’s a quick rundown of the tier list before I deep dive into my decision. Do note that this is a very early tier list, and a lot of assessment has been based on how the guns performed during the beta. I will keep changing the tier list as the meta changes in the future, and as I test the guns more thoroughly.
| Tier | Choices |
|---|---|
| S-Tier | Peacekeeker MK1, AK-27, Dravec 45, M8A1, Carbon 57 |
| A-tier | Shadow SK, DS20 Mirage, Warden 308, VS Recon |
| B-tier | X9 Maverick, MPC-25, M15 Mod 0, Ryden 45K, M10 Breacher, XM325, M34 Novaline |
| C-tier | MK. 78, RK-9, Razor 9mm, Akita, Echo 12, XR-3 ION |
S-tier
| Gun | Unlock Level | Type | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peacekeeper MK1 | Level 52 | AR | A gun that shoots at that rate is an SMG and an AR packed in one. The Peacekeeper MK1 is one of the best guns to unlock early, and it’s extremely beginner-friendly thanks to its range and recoil. |
| AK-27 | Level 4 | AR | The AK-27 is one of the best early-game AR in the entire game, and more so in zombies. It’s a great all-rounder that has few weaknesses. |
| Dravec 45 | Level 34 | SMG | The Dravec 45 is very similar to Peacekeeper in terms of its hybrid attributes. It has a significantly better range than SMGs, without losing any of the merits. It’s another great choice for the early permanent unlock using tokens. |
| M8A1 | Level 10 | Marksman Rifle | If you love burst-fire sniper rifles instead of traditional ones, the M8A1 is a great choice. It has great damage output and firing rate, and the recoil can be improved with the right build. |
| Carbon 57 | Level 46 | SMG | If you’re the type of player who likes to fire a lot, the Carbon 57 is your ideal gun. With increased ammo and excellent all-around abilities, the Carbon 57 is perfect in Zombies, as the reduced firing rate doesn’t matter. |
A-tier
| Gun | Unlock Level | Type | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow SK | Level 13 | Sniper Rifle | The Shadow SK doesn’t feel like an easy weapon to master, but it has all the right attributes. It hits hard, but the increased fire rate and mag size allow you to keep firing consistently. I have been having a slightly hard time with its aiming system, but it’s closer to S-tier than you might think. |
| DS20 Mirage | Level 37 | Assault Rifle | Another great AR that you can use well in any mode, including zombies. It has a decent firing rate, damage, and range, and it can easily clear waves with a few attachments. |
| Warden 308 | Level 25 | Marksman Rifle | The Warden 308 would be ranked higher if it offered better range, which is its only weakness. However, it’s reliable and great for use in medium range (a situation that arises quite a lot in the Zombies mode). |
| VS Recon | Level 4 | Sniper Rifle | A great weapon that’s reliable in damage and decent when it comes to the firing rate. It’s also unlocked very early, making it quite accessible. |
B-tier
| Gun | Unlock Level | Type | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| X9 Maverick | Level 28 | Assault Rifle | The X9 Maverick is a great burst-fire rifle that shoots efficiently and at all times. However, I am not a fan of this firing style in the Zombies mode. However, you can do wonders with this if you can aim consistently and adequately land critical hits. |
| MPC-25 | Level 55 | SMG | While the MPC-25 shines in the damage department, it lacks in recoil and range. Additionally, it will take a lot of time for players to unlock. |
| M15 Mod 0 | Level 4 | Assault Rifle | An A-tier weapon for beginners, there are better assault rifles mentioned in the tiers above that do more damage, fire more consistently, and/or offer better range. |
| Ryden 45K | Level 4 | SMG | Similar to the M15 Mod 0, there are better SMGs compared to the Ryden as you increase your player levels. |
| M10 Breacher | Level 4 | Shotgun | I love this Shotgun even though it’s the beginner option available very early in the game. It has a good range and decent firepower (can one-shot weaker zombies if you manage to land a critical hit). However, Shotguns in general seem to be weak during my testing, which is why I have placed this gun in the B-tier. |
| XM325 | Level 31 | LMG | The XM325 can be considered an auto-firing gun if you can manage to work around its cooldown. The Zombies mode does allow you to wait on your shots, but I am not a fan of using LMGs in general. |
| M34 Novaline | Level 45 | Marksman Rifle | A decent choice if you love two-shot burst-fire options. I don’t, and it’s unlikely that such a gun will do too well against hordes of undead. |
C-tier
While I have mentioned what it takes for you to unlock the following weapons, it’s best to avoid them. All of them have better replacements (among the names mentioned above).
- RK-9 (SMG – Level 7)
- Razor 9mm (SMG – Level 19)
- Echo 12 (Shotgun – Level 22)
- Akita (Shotgun – Level 40)
- XR-3 ION (Sniper Rifle – Level 43)
There are more weapons in the form of Secondaries and Melee. They will require more time to test, and any worthwhile options will be added to the table above. If you’ve started to deep-dive into Zombies, check out all the available camos that you can obtain by completing different achievements.
Published: Nov 14, 2025 05:49 am