The Maelstrom Shotgun was first introduced in the Merry Mayhem event, providing it to you free with enough XP. Although this event has come and gone, there’s still a way to claim it. So, let’s dig into how to get the Maelstrom inBlack Ops 6without the Merry Mayhem event.
How to get Maelstrom in BO6
To get the Maelstrom inBO6, you must earn 250,000 XP through the Armory Challenges. Follow these steps to locate this feature:
The Armory Challenges allow you to unlock missed gear and weapons, like the Maelstrom, from events. You may remember the Armory fromModern Warfare 3,which utilizes a similar system. However, compared toMW3,Black Ops 6’sArmory is pretty hidden in theCoDhub. I didn’t even know it was available until much later, especially since the game doesn’t notify you about its existence.
Once you uncover the Armory, you’re able to select the Maelstrom and earn 250,000 XP to unlock it. Modes such as Domination, Kill Confirmed, and Hardpoint can help you gain a lot of points, making the process go by quicker. You can also use XP Tokens or Double XP events for extra bonuses. Plus, if you’ve got enough XP for the Maelstrom, you can earn more for other potential event equipment you missed before.
Best Maelstrom build in BO6
You can equip the following attachments to get the best Maelstrom build inBlack Ops 6:
With the Full Choke and Long Barrel, you can enhance accuracy and damage rates, unleashing the full potential of the Maelstrom in combat. The Tactical Laser further boosts your handling, perfect for those on-the-move moments with the Maelstrom. The rest of the build offers more speed and recoil control, empowering you in close-quarter combat scenarios.
If you want to unleash a bunch of bullets withthe shotgun, I like going with the Rapid Fire mod to deal more damage. However, it does come at a slight cost of recoil control, so bear that in mind before equipping it.
