Best DM-10 loadout in Black Ops 6: Class setup, attachments, perks
DexertoIf you’re looking for a long-range gun in Black Ops 6, then the DM-10 might be the weapon for you, especially if you use our loadout guide which includes the best attachments, perks, and more.
It’s not just Sniper Rifles and Assault Rifles that can deal big damage at long range, as Marksman Rifles can be a great option in Black Ops 6 too. The DM-10 isn’t the best weapon in its class, but with the right attachments, it can be a real threat on the map.
The DM-10 is semi-automatic so you’ll need to get that trigger finger ready to spam shots, but if you can hit your enemies, you can do a lot of damage, and it’s well worth giving this gun a go to see if it fits your playstyle.
Best DM-10 Black Ops 6 loadout
- Optic: Kepler Microflex
- Muzzle: Ported Compensator
- Barrel: Long Barrel
- Underbarrel: Weighted Handguard
- Fire Mods: Rapid Fire
ActivisionThe DM-10 cannot kill an enemy with one shot, so rather than focusing on its power, we should ensure we can fire as many bullets as quickly as possible. That’s where the Rapid Fire Mod comes in, speeding up the weapon’s fire rate so you can shoot as fast as you can pull the trigger.
Unfortunately, Rapid Fire comes at a cost, as it increases both vertical and horizontal recoil. That’s where the Ported Compensator Muzzle and Weighted Handguard Underbarrel come into play, helping to reduce kick so you can aim easier.
The Long Barrel will increase the gun’s damage range, while I prefer the Kepler Microflex Optic over the gun’s base sight, as the original sight is more like a Sniper scope and makes it hard to shoot enemies at close range.
Best DM-10 class: Perks, Equipment & Combat Specialty
Here are the perks and equipment you’ll want to run to gain Recon’s benefits:
- Wildcard: Perk Greed
- Perk 1: Ghost
- Perk 2: Engineer
- Perk 3: Cold-Blooded
- Perk 4: Dexterity
- Lethal: Frag
- Tactical: Concussion
- Field Upgrade: Trophy System
ActivisionThe best combat specialty to use with the DM-10 is Recon, which lets you see enemies through walls every time you spawn. This invaluable intel is great for pre-aiming angles and catching out players trying to flank your team.
To activate Recon, you’ll need to use three blue perks. While there are several good options, the best by far is Ghost, which makes you undetectable by enemy UAVs and radar pings. Just keep in mind that this only works when you are moving, so you’ll want to avoid standing still for too long.
The other two perk slots should be used on Engineer, to see any frustrating equipment that an enemy has set down, and Cold-Blooded, preventing AI killstreaks from targeting you. These perks keep you alive by offering protection and intelligence, which are both important in Call of Duty.
By using the Perk Greed wildcard, you get access to a fourth perk slot. While there are several good options, Dexterity is one of the most appealing, as it reduces weapon motion as you run around. With a precision gun like the DM-10, less screen shake is always handy.
For lethal equipment, use a Frag to break Hardpoint hills or target enemies who are camping. If you prefer to be the aggressor, a Concussion grenade is great for stunning enemies, leaving them vulnerable. Finally, a Trophy System is a defensive field upgrade that can be used to block enemy equipment and capture points to help your team win more games.
DM-10 pros and cons
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Fast TTK | Semi-automatic so low fire rate |
| Good accuracy | Slow ADS speed |
| Base scope isn’t good at close range |
Where is the DM-10 in the BO6 meta?
Unfortunately, the DM-10 isn’t really featuring in the Black Ops 6 meta at all right now, with a 1.34% pick rate according to WZStats.gg. It’s not necessarily a bad gun, but by nature, a semi-automatic gun will rarely outrank a fully automatic Assault Rifle.
If you’re doing your camo grind to unlock Dark Matter though, I wouldn’t panic about coming to the DM-10, as there are definitely more difficult weapons to get headshots with in BO6.
How to unlock DM-10
The DM-10 is unlocked by reaching level 43, making it one of the harder guns to unlock in the game. After getting the Marksman Rifle, you’ll need to progress through 46 gun levels to acquire all of its unique attachments.
Best DM-10 alternative in Black Ops 6
If you want to stick with a gun that’s good at mid-to-long-range, then the AS VAL and XM4 are the ARs you should be looking at, as they are both powerful and easy to use. If you fancy getting into close-range gunfights, then the KSV, Jackal PDW, and C9 are all good SMG options.
Finally, it’s worth checking out the AEK-973, the best Marksman Rifle in the game, and the LR 7.62, which is BO6’s top sniper.
Be sure to check out our Black Ops 6 tier list to see how all the other guns compare to the DM-10.