Throughout Call of Duty’s history, many assault rifles (ARs) have left a lasting impression, and the XM4 is no exception. Making its return in Black Ops 6, the XM4 has reclaimed its spot as a top-tier weapon, especially after the recent update that nerfed the popular Jackal PDW.

In Black Ops 6’s first beta weekend, the Jackal PDW dominated, with 61% of players using the SMG thanks to its incredible range. However, Treyarch responded by reducing its damage range, allowing the XM4 to step into the spotlight and take control of the meta.

Here’s the best loadout to get the most out of the XM4.

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• Optic: Kepler Microflex
  A non-intrusive red-dot sight for clearer vision while aiming down sights.
• Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
  Extends your range and bullet speed, enabling longer-ranged gunfights.
• Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip
  Helps with horizontal recoil, making long-range gunfights more advantageous.
• Rear Grip: Quickdraw Grip
  Improves aim-down-sights time, allowing for more aggressive play.
• Fire Mod: Recoil Springs
  Increases vertical and horizontal recoil, making long-range gunfights easy to challenge.

Why These Attachments Work

• Optic – Kepler Microflex: While the XM4’s iron sights are usable, they can be a bit difficult to see through in intense situations. The Kepler Microflex optic offers a clean line of sight with a minimal frame, giving you better visibility without being intrusive.
• Barrel – Reinforced Barrel: The Reinforced Barrel boosts bullet velocity and increases the damage range, making the XM4 much more effective at medium and long distances. It’s a must-have for AR players looking to compete across different ranges.
• Underbarrel – Vertical Foregrip: The XM4’s recoil isn’t the worst but compared to the AMES 85, you feel it. The vertical foregrip helps make the XM4 shoot lasers straight shots.
• Rear Grip – Quickdraw Grip: Every AR loadout should include the Quickdraw Grip. This attachment enhances your aim-down sight (ADS) speed, giving you a crucial advantage in quick-draw gunfights where milliseconds matter.
• Fire Mod – Recoil Springs: To improve overall control, equip the Recoil Springs. This fire mod provides better vertical and horizontal recoil control without any drawbacks, making the XM4 easier to handle during sustained fire.

With these attachments, the XM4 becomes an even more formidable weapon, capable of dominating Black Ops 6’s multiplayer landscape.