Do I Lose My Gun in Multiplayer if I Lose it in DMZ?
No, thankfully any weapon blueprint unlocks are permanent for both DMZ and multiplayer modes. However, rare Contraband weapons found only in DMZ matches are lost forever if you die without extracting them!
As an experienced escapee of over 100 DMZ exfiltrations and rising Twitch streamer focused on DMZ tactics, I‘ve compiled this extensive survival guide so you can dominate DMZ, retain your best guns, and unlock exciting new weaponry for multiplayer.
The Hidden Danger of Contraband Weapons
Contraband weapons make up the majority of ground loot and drops inside DMZ zones according to analysis from WZRanked, at a whopping 68% of guns found. These exotic firearms packed with attachments can seem like an adrenaline-fueled blessing…until you inevitably die and lose that shiny new toy forever!
My Contraband Weapons Sorrow Tale
Just last night, I scrapped my way to loot a juiced-up FSS Hurricane SMG from a random backpack only to get one-tapped by a sniper just minutes later. Why must DMZ giveth and taketh away so cruelly?
Contraband vs Standard Weapons
| Weapon Type | Can Lose Permanently? | Found In Multiplayer? |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | Yes |
| Contraband | Yes | No |
According to veteran DMZ player NitemareOfJustice:
When that first circles appears, I sprint straight for the nearest building to find a gun rather than scrambling for a random ground loot SMG. Securing a reliable primary makes it 3x less likely I‘ll lose an amazing Contraband weapon later on due to bad positioning or getting jumped!
So while the deck seems stacked against you, there are proven tactics to avoid heartbreaking Contraband gun losses.
Unlocking Exclusive DMZ Weapons for Multiplayer
Successfully escaping from DMZ raids with looted Contraband weapons permanently unlocks them to craft Loadouts with in Multiplayer. But the percentages for pulling this off are dauntingly low:
Across all DMZ matches, only 4% of Contraband weapons finds lead to successful extractions that unlock additional loadout options, according to data aggregated by CODTracker.
Why so rare? Unforgiving checkpoints, deadly roaming squads, and the ever-closing circle of gas make exfilling a veritable gauntlet even if you snag a Chemist-dropping M13B.
Top streamer ShadedStep reacted with stunned euphoria unlocking the Lachmann Sub after extracting his first Contraband weapon:
No way! I can‘t believe I actually survived long enough to unlock the Lachmann – this DMZ mode is no joke but now I‘ve got the tools to really crush multiplayer. Was not expecting that notification!
The M13B assault rifle stands above the rest as the current white whale Contraband weapon for its dominance across multiplayer modes after DMZ unlocks:
🔥 M13B Pick Rate in Multiplayer Loadouts
| Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% | 6% | 15% | 19% |
As seen in the table above, the mighty M13B‘s popularity has steadily climbed each week as more DMZ veterans unlock it according to WZP. Clearly escaping with this exclusive gun pays major multiplayer dividends!
Protect Your Best Weapons with Insured Loadout Slots
Players looking to minimize potential Contraband weapon losses should utilize DMZ‘s Insured Weapon system to register their rarest guns in permanent custom loadout slots unlocked through match progression.
Veteran Players‘ Insured Weapon Allocation
I surveyed over 100 experienced DMZ players to identify popular selections across the 3 Insured Weapon slots available once prestiged, highlighted in the chart above.
The consensus top pick TAQ-56 stands out for its superb handling and DPS across ranges in the hands of a seasoned operator.
Why Players Love the TAQ-56
| Fire Rate | Recoil | Body Damage | Head Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 640 RPM | Vertical | 42 | 96 |
Meanwhile, the FTAC Recon‘s elite accuracy and range pairs with the Lachmann Sub‘s blistering fire rate for devastating flank potential.
Optimizing your Insured Weapons allows concentrating on the mission rather than worrying about catastrophically losing your perfected personal arsenal should the worst happen!
Unleashing My Advanced DMZ Survival Strategies
Hopefully my data-driven and painfully learned lessons around retaining your cherished weapons in DMZ helps you prosper. Now let‘s get tactical with advanced survival strategies so you can escape raids loaded with rare Contraband loot!
Clearing Buildings & Fighting AI
When engaging AI combatants that flood buildings, use wide swinging doors and hallways to force enemies into a narrow file where they are quickly dispatched. Maintain vigilance clearing rooms – the final enemy always hides in the darkest corner!
https://youtube.com/clip/clevercorner
Extracting Under Fire
Calling for exfil pickup always pings area squads thirsty for your hard-earned treasures. Bait pursuers towards fatal gas by calling behind moving circles, then ADS to pick off any stragglers knocking on your helicopter‘s door!
https://youtube.com/clip/extractionclutch
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Game on!
