The AMES 85 is one of the fastest-firing assault rifles in Black Ops 6, making it a good choice for fast-paced players.

While the gun’s damage output is slightly lower than AK-74, the rate of fire makes up for it.

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In the game, the AMES 85 is locked for all players starting off, however, it can be acquired later on. The catch is that players have to grind a bit to unlock the weapon and wreak havoc in matches.

AMES 85 is a great firearm and requires only a little bit of effort to obtain. Prepare yourself as you’ll have to grind the game a bit to reap the rewards.

Here’s how to unlock AMES 85

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To unlock the AMES 85 in Black Ops 6, you’ll have to reach Player Level 19. On reaching the milestone, you’ll be able to access it in your Loadouts.

To grind for XP fast, you can complete daily challenges and boost your level-up progress.

Another way to grind XP is by playing objectives in game modes like Hard Point, Domination, and Kill Order.

To set it straight, the AMES 85 is a better alternative to the AK-74 AR due to its high rate of fire and damage output. Additionally, the weapon is great for movement-focused plays without any negative implications.

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In combination with Black Ops 6’s newest movement mechanics, the AMES 85 is a great choice for high damage and high maneuverability.

For perks, you can choose any perks of your liking. But make sure to implement perks like Double Time, Gung-Ho, and Ghost.

To use AMES 85 in the best possible way, holding angles is the best choice than running and gunning. Since it is an assault rifle, being a little slow wouldn’t hurt you at all.

In case you wish for a run-and-gun type playstyle, picking an SMG would be a better choice here. Nonetheless, AMES 85 holds a great place for balanced shooting gameplay.

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