How to unlock Kar98k in MW3 & Warzone

Max Candelarezi
MW3 Warzone Kar98k

The iconic Kar98k Rifle is coming back to MW3 and Warzone with the Season 4 update, so here’s how to unlock it.

Similar to the previous seasonal update, MW3 and Warzone are bringing another classic CoD weapon with Season 4, the Kar98k. Following MW 2019, the gun returns within the Marksman Rifle category, set to dominate the long-range meta like its original iteration.

On that note, here’s how to unlock the iconic Kar98k Marksman Rifle in MW3 and Warzone.

How to get Kar98k in Warzone & MW3

To unlock the Kar98k in Warzone & MW3, you’ll need to unlock and complete Sector 5 of the Season 4 Battle Pass once it drops on May 29. The classic gun will be available at launch for free, only requiring players to grind and level up the Battle Pass.

MW 2019 Kar98k
MW 2019’s Kar98k was a popular long-range Rifle in Warzone’s original iteration.

Veteran players will recognize the Kar98k, as it was the most popular long-range Rifle in the original Warzone iteration. The gun was also featured on over ten Call of Duty titles, featuring different categories, but always retaining the same power and accuracy.

Despite having only five rounds, the devs shared that this classic Rifle is the “hardest-hitting and most accurate long-range rifle,” offering “fast ADS speed, massive damage, limited flinch, and rapid takedown potential,” no matter the enemy’s distance. 

There you have it, that’s all you need to know regarding how to unlock the Kar98k in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 4. For more on both games, be sure to check out our other guides:

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