Big JAK Cataclysm RPK nerf highlights latest Warzone patch

Warzone released a significant patch today, focused on a huge RPK nerf and yet another downgrade to one of the most popular submachine guns.

In this article, we highlight the notable weapon adjustments aimed at shaking up the current meta, and list down all the changes in the latest Warzone patch notes.

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Warzone’s August 6 patch rolls out JAK Cataclysm RPK nerf, delivers another hit to Superi 46

The JAK Cataclysm, a conversion kit that transforms the RPK light machine gun into a lethal sniper rifle, had its damage output, range, and damage multiplier significantly decreased.

This reduces the ability of the RPK JAK Cataclysm build to achieve two-shot kills in medium to long-range combat.

“We have adjusted the RPK JAK Cataclysm conversion kit to make it a three-bullet elimination at the max range, as long as that includes at least one headshot,” the game developers said.

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Following the previous patch that reduced its range, the Superi 46 received a nerf to its near-mid and minimum damage.

This adjustment further diminishes the weapon’s effectiveness in close-quarters combat, prompting players to consider other SMG options.

Here’s the complete Warzone patch notes released on August 6, 2024 (Pacific Time):

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Submachine guns

WEAPON	ADJUSTMENT
Superi 46	Near-Mid Damage decreased to 26, down from 29. Min Damage decreased to 20, down from 25.
WSP Stinger	Akimbo: Max Damage decreased to 20, down from 24. Near-Mid damage decreased to 18, down from 22. Min Damage decreased to 17, down from 20.

Light machine gun

WEAPON	ADJUSTMENT
RPK	JAK Cataclysm Conversion Kit: Max Damage decreased to 75, down from 140. Near-Mid Damage decreased to 67, down from 130. Min Damage decreased to 57, down from 120. Max Damage Range decreased to 33.02 meters, down from 38.1. Head Modifier decreased to 1.5x, down from 2.1x. Upper Torso Modifier increased to 1.3x, up from 1.2x. Lower Torso Modifier increased to 1.2x, up from 1.1x.

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Handgun

WEAPON	ADJUSTMENT
COR-45	XRK IP-V2 Conversion Kit: Fixed an issue allowing a faster fire rate than intended.

Bug fix

Fixed an issue preventing the death marker from appearing after a player is eliminated.

Customization

Fixed an issue preventing the Lachmann-762 and TAQ-V Battle Rifles from equipping the Bioluminescent Camo.
Changed the default Finishing Move for the Rhea Ripley Operator to Riptide.