For long-distance duels, there are few weapons that come close to sniper rifles in Call of Duty: Warzone. Often armed with the ability to eliminate opponents with a single shot, players can gear most weapons in the category to suit aggressive or passive gameplay where patience can result in plenty of success on the virtual battlefield.
Season 5 Reloaded continues to progress, and while sniper rifles may have taken a back seat as the meta evolves, there are still some viable options for those who want some serious firepower when firing on a target from afar. Here, find the very best Warzone sniper rifles to use in standard battle royale and Resurgence matches.
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Best Warzone Sniper Rifles (Season 5 Reloaded)
Before delving into the best sniper rifles to use in Warzone, players may wonder where the Kar98k is. One of the strongest long-range weapons in the entire battle royale is often confused as a sniper rifle when it is actually classed as a marksman rifle. While the Kar98k is certainly worth players' time for long-range engagements, it's sitting this ranking out.
With that out the way, these are the strongest sniper rifles to use in Warzone.
KATT-AMR (One-Shot Opponents In Style)
Taking the top spot in Warzone's sniper rifle category is the KATT-AMR. Although it's far from the most mobile weapon to use in Warzone, the immense firepower and the ability to one-shot opponents from all ranges sets it apart.
Players don't even need to select different ammunition to make the most of its lethal damage output, freeing up an attachment slot and enabling players to create a versatile sniper perfect for long-range combat. When paired with an SMG, the KATT-AMR is a force to be reckoned with.
MORS (Sniper Rifle Or Shotgun, Your Choice)
The MORS may not perform how it did when it made its debut in the Warzone universe, but its impressive damage and range still give players a chance to make an impact in mid and long-range battles.
This particular sniper rifle also has access to the JAK Widemouth Barrel, an Aftermarket Part that transforms its characteristics. Instead of using it as a sniper, the range is slashed, resulting in it becoming a shotgun suitable for close-quarters action.
XRK Stalker (Former Champion, But Still A Contender)
The final sniper that's worth using in Season 5 Reloaded is the XRK Stalker. Once upon a time, it was the very best sniper to use in Resurgence thanks to its excellent mobility and handling, but the arrival of the Kar98k quickly put an end to its dominance.
The XRK Stalker still possesses fast mobility and aim-down sight (ADR) speeds, allowing players to react quickly to any incoming targets looking to bring their game to an early end. Pair it with an assault rifle, and players have a solid chance of taking a trip on the victory helicopter.
As the Kar98k keeps hold of the long-distance meta in Call of Duty: Warzone, the chances of a sniper ruling the roost once again are small. Despite this, there are still some solid options for players to select.
Call of Duty: Warzone
- Released
- March 10, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Drugs, Violence
- Developer(s)
- Infinity Ward, Raven Software
- Publisher(s)
- Activision
- Engine
- IW 8.0 & IW 9.0 (Warzone 2.0)
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Cross-Platform Play
- PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S
- Cross Save
- YES
- Franchise
- Call of Duty
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- no
- Platform(s)
- Xbox One, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- First-Person Shooter, Battle Royale
- How Long To Beat
- 30-36 hours
- PS Plus Availability
- N/A
