The Best Shotgun Builds In Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Ranked

Shotguns in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 gives a really unique playstyle for players. Using a shotgun feels a lot more powerful than using an SMG or assault rifle. They're one of the most underrated weapons because they lack range and fire rate. However, those who prefer close-quarters combat and aggressive engagements usually excel using shotguns. While their range is limited, they excel at delivering devastating, often one-shot kills in close range. The high damage output makes them ideal for close-range skirmishes, especially in tight corridors, flanking maneuvers, or surprise encounters.

If you can get close to an enemy, which you usually are, then you can finish them off before they can get all the shots needed to take you out. The reliability of this weapon is why so many players like using it in BO6's zombies mode. It has a few downsides, but that can be adjusted with the right loadouts. Just like with any other weapon, you can make up for the shortcomings of a shotgun and make them more powerful with the right loadout.

5 ASG-89 Meta Build

The Build For An Unpopular Weapon

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 ASG-89 on display.

The Marine SP loadouts are arguably better than any build with the ASG-89 shotgun in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. However, some people prefer the ASG-89, so they need a build too. This build comes from WZStats, and it showcases how to use this weapon at close range. Shotguns are close-range weapons, so it's pretty well known to use them at close range. This is technically the best build for the ASG-89 Shotgun, and if you're one of the people who is too cool for a Marine SP, this is what you'll need to dominate the competition.

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Attachment	What To Add	What It's Good For
Muzzle	XTEN Modified Choke	Tightens the pellet spread for more consistent close-range damage.
Barrel	Long Barrel	Increases damage range, allowing for more effective engagements at slightly longer distances.
Stock	Balanced Stock	It improves sprint-to-fire speed, making it easier to get shots off after sprinting.
Laser	Steady Aim laser	Reduces sway for more accurate aiming, especially when firing from the hip.
Magazine	Extended Mag	Increases magazine size, allowing for more shots before needing to reload.

If you will use this build, make sure you pick perks that you can use to your advantage and that you're comfortable with.

The best perks are those that help you hide with this shotgun and jump out when needed. So Tracker, Ghost, and Double Time are great perks to use this build with. Make sure to have a Stim Shot because that could save you more often than you'd think. For a tactical, feel free to use any explosive that helps, as a piercing throwable won't help as much as you'd hope in a build like this. Stick to big and damaging explosives.

4 Marine SP Sniper Build

A Shotgun For Longer Ranges

The Sniper build is really great because it is essentially a one-shot eliminator in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. It's known as a sniper build because it prioritizes longer ranges as well as more powerful shots. It's not going to help with long-range attackers like an assault rifle or real sniper would, but it's longer than the average shotgun, and it almost feels unfair to fight against. This will remind many players of the original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 shotgun attachment that would fire too far, but this time, it's just far enough that it will help you pretty often.

Attachment	What To Add	What It's Good For
Muzzle	Suppressor	Hides your position from the minimap and makes you harder to hear, allowing for stealthy flanks.
Barrel	Long Barrel	Increases your one-shot kill range, letting you take down enemies from further away.
Stock	Quickdraw Stock	Speeds up your aim down sights (ADS) time, making you faster to react in close-quarters combat.
Laser	Target Laser	Reduces hip-fire spread, allowing for more accurate shots when you're not aiming down sights.
Fire Mods	12 Gauge Slug	Make it a much more powerful weapon.

You need to use a Stim Shot with this build because if you miss your enemy, you need to reload the shotgun, which will cost you a lot of time getting shot by the enemy. That's actually where the downside of the build is. It has an abysmal rate of fire, just like a sniper. The Marine SP is a pump-action shotgun, meaning each shot requires a reload, leaving the vulnerable for a significant period. Since you're using a slug in this build, you're not getting the speed of rapid reload, so you must be a better shot than most. Watch the video above from Goomie to see this build in use.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Marine SP Sniper Build Displayed.

The hit to mobility is also a factor, and while this isn't a big deal to many of the better players, not everyone is esports-worthy. So, if you're a great shot, this may be number one, but for the average player, this is a lot harder to get used to, and missing a shot can lead to a quick elimination from a match. Call of Duty is fast-paced, so this is a harder loadout to run, but if you can, you'll be unstoppable.

3 Marine SP Tac Stance Build

A Great Overall Weapon

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Marine SP Tac Stance Build on Display.

While the Marine SP Tac Stance Build might not be the absolute top-tier choice, it's a surprisingly reliable and fun option that shouldn't be overlooked in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Its strengths come from its mobility and close-quarters aggression. The Tac Stance combined with the Tactical Laser allows for a tight hip-fire spread, making it deadly in close-quarters engagements. This makes it great for flanking, rushing objectives, and catching opponents off guard. This is it if you are looking for a build that anyone can pick up and use with a minimum understanding of shotguns.

Attachment	What To Add	What It's Good For
Muzzle	Suppressor	It keeps your position hidden from the enemy, making flanking and stealthy shotgun plays more effective.
Barrel	Long Barrel	It increases the range of your one-shot kill potential, making it more reliable at longer distances.
Stock	Combat Stock	Significantly brings up your sprint-to-fire speed.
Laser	Tactical Laser	Much better at nailing down enemies than other lasers
Fire Mods	Rapid Fire	Boost fire rate, which is great if you miss.

The build benefits from the suppressor, which you shouldn't remove if you're not great with a shotgun. This helps keep your position hidden and prevents you from appearing on the minimap. This is crucial because this shotgun lacks range and relies on surprise. While it does slightly impact fire spread, the advantage of stealth often outweighs the downside. However, the Tac Stance Build is limited by its one-shot kill range. Beyond a few meters, its effectiveness significantly drops, and landing follow-up shots becomes crucial. It also lacks the extra range and damage offered by the ADS build.

This is also a great starting point for those who like to make their own builds. This build can be altered to fit your playstyle and will still be reliable.

2 Marine SP ADS Build

The Second Best

The Marine SP ADS Build earns its right at the number two spot for shotgun loadouts in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. It is not only reliable but great for those who are skilled with a shotgun. Its strength lies in its consistent one-shot kill potential at close range. If you can land the shot in tight encounters, it will take out opponents with no problem. The ADS build excels in situations where the precise aim and a tighter spread are paramount. This is the weapon you want if you love shotguns.

Attachment	What To Add	What It's Good For
Muzzle	Modified Choke	This tightens the pellet spread when aiming down sights, improving accuracy and increasing the chance of one-shot kills.
Barrel	Long Barrel	This increases the range at which the shotgun can one-shot kill, making it more versatile.
Stock	Combat Stock	Improves Sprint-to-Fire speed, allowing you to get into the action faster and react quickly.
Laser	Strelok Laser	This laser tightens the spread as soon as you aim down sights, making it ideal for quick engagements and tight spaces.
Fire Mods	Rapid Fire	This improves the rate of fire, which lets you get off follow-up shots faster if your first shot doesn't finish your enemy.

The key drawback is the absence of a suppressor, which makes this build less stealthy than the Tac Stance build. The Modified Choke significantly reduces pellet spread, ensuring more pellets hit the target for a greater chance of a one-shot kill. Coupled with the Long Barrel, the build boasts a noticeable increase in range, which is very effective beyond the typical shotgun range. You can mess with the loadout, but it's not recommended. It's better to take the loadout above and mess with that because this loadout is designed for those ready to use it. Watch Goomie's video above, which uses this build and the one above.

1 Marine SP - One Shot Build

The Best of the Best

This build might seem a niche choice in a game dominated by high-fire-rate weapons, but it's a surprisingly powerful and reliable option in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The one-shot potential is undeniable, especially considering it can also take out enemies in a medium range. The Marine SP, with its focus on range and pellet concentration, can obliterate enemies at close to medium range. This single-shot power creates a distinct advantage in close-quarters combat, allowing quick, decisive kills to turn the tide of a fight. This is the one you want to use on a map like Nuketown in Black Ops 6.

Attachment	What To Add	What It's Good For
Muzzle	Muzzle Brake	Reduces recoil to help improve accuracy, especially when firing rapidly.
Barrel	Heavy Barrel	Increases damage range and bullet velocity, allowing you to hit targets further away.
Stock	Balanced Stock	Gives a good balance of aim down sights speed and sprint-to-fire speed, making it versatile.
Laser	Fast Motion Laser	Reduces hip-fire spread when jumping, diving, and sliding, making you more accurate in chaotic situations.
Fire Mods	Rapid Fire	Increases the rate of fire, letting you get more shots off quickly.

The build's focus on reliability goes beyond just one-shot potential. The modified choke, long barrel, and rapid-fire mod all contribute to a consistent and accurate experience. Rapid fire is the most important part of this loadout. If you miss a shot, you can quickly follow up with another. It's perfect for the violent features of Zombies. Without this mod, the reaction from your enemy can be devastating and quickly take you out. Make sure not to remove the rapid-fire mod because you'll be doing yourself a disservice. Check out Cbass' video above using this loadout.

This is a build that is best used with perks that keep you hidden.

This is made for more aggressive players who like to push into enemy territory. It's not a weapon you should camp with. Your main strategy is to catch enemies off guard and finish them off quickly with your single shot.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Marine SP One Shot Build on Display.

While the Marine SP is not without its limitations, like its slower rate of fire and lower damage range at longer distances, its one-shot potential, reliability, and aggressive playstyle make it the best loadout on this list. The best part is that it's not well-known, so enemies won't be copying your loadout anytime soon in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Source: WZStats

Video Credit: Goomie/YouTube, Goomie/YouTube, Cbass/YouTube