Season 2 Reloaded Weapon Adjustments (10/03)
The M15 MOD 0 receives minor attachment nerfs, while the MXR-17 gets a small long-range damage buff and the Peacekeeper MK1 improves recoil control through attachment updates. Among SMGs, the Kogot-7 and Razor 9MM receive small buffs, while the REV-46 is heavily nerfed with reduced range, higher recoil, slower ADS, and a lower headshot multiplier. The MK.78 LMG is buffed, and the M8A1 Auto Strike conversion is nerfed.
Affected Weapons
↑Buffs (7)
Weapon Balance Update: Full Patch Notes Breakdown
The latest update introduces several weapon balance changes, affecting Assault Rifles, SMGs, Shotguns, LMGs, and Marksman Rifles. Some weapons receive notable buffs, while others get important nerfs to balance the current meta.
Here is the complete breakdown of the changes included in the patch.
Assault Rifle Adjustments
M15 MOD 0
Attachment Changes
Monolithic Suppressor
- Bullet Velocity benefit reduced from 20% → 10%
- Damage Range benefit reduced from 12% → 6%
Bowen Linchpin Stock
- Recoil Control benefit reduced from 15% → 10%
These changes slightly reduce the effectiveness of some of the most commonly used attachments for this weapon.
MXR-17
Damage Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 35m | 48 | 48 |
| 35 – 52m | 41 | 41 |
| >52m | 36 | 38 ⬆ |
This adjustment provides a small buff to long-range damage, making the MXR-17 slightly more effective in longer engagements.
Peacekeeper MK1
Attachment Changes
MFS Counterforce-C1 Stock
- Recoil Control improved from 25% → 30%
25" EAM Heavy Barrel
- Recoil Control improved from 20% → 25%
19.4" Stimulus Barrel
- Horizontal Recoil Control improved from 18% → 25%
Overall, the Peacekeeper MK1 receives a noticeable stability buff, improving recoil control.
SMG Adjustments
Carbon 57
Attachment Changes
K&S Compensator
- Vertical Recoil benefit improved from 15% → 20%
Goliath Steady Grip
- Vertical Recoil benefit improved from 15% → 20%
Kogot-7
Damage Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 12.5m | 33 | 33 |
| 12.5 – 21m | 28 | 28 |
| >21m | 22 | 22 |
Range Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| Max Damage Range | 0 – 12.5m | 0 – 13m ⬆ |
| Medium Range | 12.5 – 21m | 13 – 21m |
Additional Changes
- Rate of Fire increased from 952 RPM → 968 RPM
- Aim Down Sight speed improved from 170ms → 160ms
These changes make the Kogot-7 stronger in close-range engagements.
Razor 9MM
Damage Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 12.5m | 31 | 31 |
| 12.5 – 21m | 27 | 27 |
| >21m | 20 | 20 |
Range Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| Max Range | 0 – 12.5m | 0 – 13m ⬆ |
| Medium Range | 12.5 – 21m | 13 – 21m |
Attachment Changes
H-9mm Precision Comp
- Vertical Recoil benefit improved from 18% → 25%
REV-46
Damage Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 13m | 26 | 26 |
| 13 – 22m | 23 | 21 ⬇ |
| >22m | 18 | 18 |
Range Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| Max Range | 0 – 13m | 0 – 12m ⬇ |
| Medium Range | 13 – 22m | 12 – 20m ⬇ |
| Min Range | >22m | >20m ⬇ |
Additional Changes
- Recoil increased by 8%
- Headshot multiplier reduced from 1.2x → 1.16x
- ADS speed slowed from 160ms → 175ms
This is one of the biggest nerfs in the patch, reducing the weapon’s effectiveness.
Shotgun Adjustments
SG12
- Aim Down Sight pellet spread increased from 3.26° → 3.65°
Attachment Changes
Akita Full Bore-12
- Reduced Tac Stance Aim Down Sight pellet spread improvement
Beadline Tactical Pad
- Reduced Tac Stance Aim Down Sight pellet spread improvement
These changes reduce the shotgun’s accuracy when aiming.
LMG Adjustments
MK.78
Damage Changes
| Range | Pre-Patch | Post-Patch |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 52m | 35 | 36 ⬆ |
| 52 – 75m | 32 | 32 |
| >75m | 30 | 30 |
Additional Changes
- Vertical recoil reduced by 8%
- Horizontal recoil reduced by 12%
- Recoil deviation reduced by 15%
- Bullet velocity increased from 910m/s → 930m/s
- Lower torso and leg multipliers increased from 1x → 1.04x
These changes significantly improve the MK.78’s stability and long-range performance.
XM325
Fix
XM325 Titan Wield
- Fixed an issue causing damage to be lower than intended
Marksman Rifle Adjustments
M8A1
Attachment Changes
M8A1 Auto Strike Conversion
- Recoil increased by 20%
- 10% Bullet Velocity bonus removed
This change slightly reduces the effectiveness of the automatic conversion.
Patch Summary: How the Meta Changes
This update introduces several important adjustments:
- Buffs for MK.78, Kogot-7, and Peacekeeper MK1
- Major nerfs for REV-46
- Improvements to several recoil-related attachments
Overall, the patch aims to create a more balanced weapon meta with greater variety in loadouts.