The Season 1 update for Black Ops 6 and Warzone introduced plenty of new content, including the Hit List event, packed with exciting rewards. Among these rewards is the Veteran Perk, a fresh addition to the game’s extensive roster of perks.

This is the first new Perk introduced after the game's launch, sparking curiosity about how to get it. Integrating it with meta picks could greatly improve survival odds and significantly increase kill counts. Here’s everything you need to know about the Veteran Perk in Warzone and BO6, including how to unlock it and how it functions.

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How to Unlock Veteran Perk in Black Ops 6 & Warzone

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Veteran Perk Hit List Community event challenges menu in Black Ops 6 and Warzone

To unlock the Veteran Perk in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, players will need to complete the Hit List community challenge by accumulating 32 billion Eliminations that contribute to the overall total. This milestone was achieved on November 29, granting all players access to the Veteran perk.

Can't Use Veteran Perk in Black Ops 6 & Warzone, Explained

While the Hit List community challenge can be completed by accumulating Eliminations in both BO6 Multiplayer and Zombies, the Veteran Perk is exclusive to Warzone and won't be usable in Black Ops 6 modes.

Unfortunately, when attempting to equip the Veteran Perk in a Warzone loadout – where it should unlock after completing the challenge – some players encounter a bug that prevents them from adding the perk to their loadouts. Although Call of Duty has resolved an issue with Elimination tracking for the event, they have yet to address whether the Veteran Perk bug is under investigation.

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Warzone Veteran Perk, Explained

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Veteran Perk in Warzone loadout menu

The Veteran Perk, included in Warzone’s Perk 1 category, offers several advantages. It minimizes the impact of certain enemy equipment, reduces flinch while aiming down sights, and increases the duration of Hold Breath. Check out below a breakdown of which equipment this perk counters:

  • Immunity to Grenadier
  • Immunity to Snapshots
  • Resistant to Flash, Gas, Movement, and Shock negative effects

The Veteran perk is particularly beneficial for players who favor snipers, as the extended Hold Breath duration enables more precise shots, especially against enemies at long range. On the other hand, for players who prefer aggressive close-quarters combat, the reduced or nullified effects of enemy equipment and the decreased flinch can be invaluable. These benefits help maintain focus and ensure critical shots land, making it easier to secure kills.

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