NICKMERCS revealing a new top-tier gun could be his way of trying to bring the dreaded FFAR and AUG meta to a close. The streamer has spoken out publicly against both weapons, starting first with the FFAR. He then went on to call for AUG changes, which is particularly interesting considering he pushed for a powerful burst fire weapon. Still, NICKMERCS seems to be as tired of the current meta as everyone else, with the FaZe member suggesting the Groza Assault Rifle as a replacement.

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For those unfamiliar with the weapon, the Groza was unlocked via Season 1 battle pass progress, and it can now be obtained via an in-game challenge or marketplace bundle purchase. In his new video on the weapon, NICKMERCS does clarify that the gun cannot compete with the FFAR and AUG. Outright saying that “it’s not better than the FFAR," he is honest about the Groza. However, he does believe that it is worth using if players need a change, as it is still extremely strong.

One of the best weapons in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War as well, NICKMERCS shares the attachments needed to make the Groza the best it can be. In the Muzzle slot, a GRU Suppressor is added, while a 16.5” CMV Mil-Spec appears in the Barrel position due to the damage and range boost it provides. Accuracy is assisted by the Spetsnaz Grip in the underbarrel slot, while a KGB Pad stock helps handling. Finally, a VDV 60 Rnd Fast Mag allows for more ammo in each clip. As pointed out by NICKMERCS, these allow the gun to excel in every area, as it “shoots really fast” and “kills really fast,” with a huge magazine being a bonus.

Muzzle: Gru Suppressor Barrel: 16. 5” CMV Mil-Spec Underbarrel: Spetsnaz Grip Stock: KGB Pad Ammunition: VDV 60 Rnd Fast Mag

According to NICKMERCS, the Groza is superior to the MAC-10 and all other SMGs. With this one Assault Rifle being stronger than the entirety of the SMG class, it certainly seems a bit overpowered. While it will be good to see something other than the FFAR and AUG in matches, the Groza does seem to continue the problem with Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War guns being overly strong. Several weapons from the game have made Call of Duty: Warzone’s TTK brutally fast, with the Groza just being the latest of the bunch.

With players recently learning that snipers are overpowered in Call of Duty: Warzone when using a certain attachment, it seems like fans already know what the next meta will be. For those that like to prepare early, getting good at sniping while also equipping a Groza would be wise.

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