No, You Unfortunately Can‘t Find the BAS-P SMG in DMZ…Yet
As a Call of Duty expert and gaming enthusiast, the first question I get asked about Modern Warfare 2‘s new DMZ extraction mode is – can you unlock the infamous BAS-P submachine gun there?
The answer right now is no, the BAS-P cannot be found as ground loot or extracted from DMZ. But I speculate that could change in the future…
Where to Get the Powerful BAS-P
The BAS-P took over the Season 1 meta as an extremely mobile close-quarters shredder thanks to its high fire rate and low recoil. But it was only available via the first battle pass, leaving many gamers wondering if DMZ could be an alternative unlock method in Season 2.
Unfortunately, scouring DMZ strongholds won‘t get you this SMG just yet. Currently the only ways to obtain a BAS-P are:
- Purchasing a BAS-P Blueprint bundle from the in-game Store
- Receiving it again in an upcoming Season‘s battle pass
I expect we‘ll see the BAS-P return in a future battle pass based on community excitement and how overpowered it felt last season. But for now, your only option is buying a Blueprint variant bundled with other cosmetics.
| Bundle Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Fire Ant | 2,400 COD Points |
| Bloodthirty | 1,500 COD Points |
Info according to charlieintel
While disappointing for SMG lovers, this gives the BAS-P an exclusive status for those willing to pay or wait for its return.
Top Weapons You Can Unlock in DMZ
Just because the BAS-P is still unattainable doesn‘t make DMZ any less exciting. Extracting from high stakes raids with new loadout weapons you can‘t find anywhere else brings a rush like no other.
Here‘s the rare guns garnering buzz right now among the community‘s top DMZ grinders and extraction experts:
| Weapon | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Victus XMR | Extract it after finding it as ground loot |
| M13B | Defeat Chemist boss inside radiation zone |
| FMC | Purchase blueprint from Buy Stations using in-match Cash |
Out of those, my go-to recommendation is the Victus XMR sniper rifle. Its heavy hitting rounds and fast ADS speed make it ideal for covering teammates while you loot supply caches and extract VIPs. Flex your sharpshooting skills by popping enemies through windows before they even see you coming.
Its dominance has earned it nicknames like "the anti-vehicle rifle" and "1-shot kill machine" thanks to clips of streamers instantly downing heavily armored targets.
And pro tip: always have a lethal equipment piece like C4 ready for pesky Juggernaut mini-bosses. I‘ve lost countless extracts forgetting that!
Top DMZ Looting Tips
Now for some hard-earned lessons across my 65 DMZ extracts ticking off challenges en route to prestigious Weapon Mastery camos:
Prioritize Contracts
Completing quick Contracts like Raid Weapon Stash and Hunt Squad will earn you stacks of Cash to spend on solid guns, equipment upgrades like Munitions Boxes, and armor plates to recharge during lengthy raids.
Here‘s an example buying strategy I use depending on inventory space:
| 2 Armor Satchels | 2 Lethal Equips | Custom RPK Blueprint |
|---|---|---|
| \ $6,000 | \ $8,000 | \ $12,000 |
Loot Strongholds Thoroughly
Clearing out the various small rooms inside compounds like the Power Plant takes time but nets specialty contraband guns you can‘t even buy at Buy Stations. I recently scored an explosive sticky crossbow perfect for setting traps and causing chaos!
Consider Contamination Zones
Entering irradiated areas ticks away at your health but offers great loot hidden behind walls of deadly gas. Scope out hazard zones ahead of time and prepare by buying Gas Masks so your squad can explore longer. I once extracted an insane 4 legendaries including cash bags and weapon cases!
Cash Out Before Extracting
Deposit spare Cash into ATMs you find around zones rather than holding it in your backpack. That way a surprise death won‘t wipe out 20 minutes of collecting funds across multiple contracts.
Watch Your Six!
I can‘t count how many times an extraction has gone south because a roaming heavy unit like a Juggernaut blindsides us out of nowhere. Constantly peek at your mini map and don‘t hesitate to toss a Flash or Stun grenade toward any red dots closing in. Staying alert is key to survival.
When Will the BAS-P Release in DMZ?
So back to the main question at hand – when can we expect to unlock the BAS-P in DMZ?
Analyzing the trends around Year 1 content plans and the precedent set by integrating existing popular weapons available only via the Campaign like the ISO Hemlock, I predict the BAS-P will appear as rare ground loot in DMZ with Season 4 – mid-2023.
This adds a new way to acquire this SMG that doesn‘t rely on spending real money.
The BAS-P’s black finish and sleek design fit perfectly within DMZ‘s identity anyway. It just makes too much sense for it not to eventually end up hidden somewhere on Al Mazrah for someone to extract first!
Its reign over the traditional multiplayer meta may fade but that rush of earning an ultra rare item in DMZ lasts forever.
For updates on if/when the BAS-P appears in DMZ ground loot, make sure to follow me and subscribe down below. As a content creator and expert analyst on all things COD, I‘ll keep you posted on when your opportunity finally comes to escape with this elite bullet hose.
As always, see you out on the high stakes DMZ battlefield! This is Josh_Plays signing off for now.
