Point Blank kill challenges are nothing new for Call of Duty veterans. They’ve been around for some time and are straightforward to understand—though not as easy to complete. In Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the “Get X Point Blank Kills” challenge is back, tied to the camos of several guns, including the ASG-90, PGMG-7, and Jackal PGW.
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The inclusion of an LMG in this challenge has sparked outrage among fans, as close-range eliminations are much harder to achieve with LMGs than with SMGs or shotguns. Here’s everything you need to know about Point Blank kills in Black Ops 6, along with tips for getting them quickly and ensuring they’re all properly registered.
What Are Point Blank Kills in Black Ops 6?
In Black Ops 6, as in all other Call of Duty games, a Point Blank kill refers to a close-range elimination of an enemy. In military terms, point-blank is also known as "battle zero," which defines the range at which a gun can be fired without accounting for bullet drop. While the concept is similar in the game, the point-blank range is much shorter than in real life.
How Can You Get Point Blank Kills in BO6?
To achieve Point Blank kills in Black Ops 6, you must eliminate an enemy within about one foot or closer. A helpful way to gauge this distance is to think of it as melee range—if you’re close enough to use a knife, you’re at the point-blank or battle-zero range.
Sprinting and sliding toward an enemy is a great tactic for securing Point Blank kills. Just make sure the kill shot is fired once you're within melee range.
What’s the Best Game Mode for Point Blank Kills?
- Game Mode: Face Off Moshpit
- Match Type: Domination
- Map: Stakeout
To rack up Point Blank kills faster, try playing Domination in the Face Off Moshpit mode. Stakeout is an ideal map for this camo challenge, as its compact layout forces close-range encounters. You'll have plenty of opportunities for battle-zero kills.
You can set up a Private Match with easy bots to practice Point Blank kills before attempting them in multiplayer. This way, you'll build skill and confidence for close-range encounters.
What’s an Ideal Loadout for Getting Point Blank Kills?
Speed and endurance are key. For a loadout optimized for Point Blank kills, consider equipping the Gung-Ho, Fast Hands, and Double Time perks. Use Stim Shots or Concussions as your tactical equipment: Stim Shots suit fast-paced matches and reactive players, while Concussions are perfect for trapping enemies, allowing you to get close and eliminate them while they’re stunned.
Is the Point Blank Kill Challenge Glitched?
Several players have reported that their Point Blank kills are not being registered, but there doesn’t appear to be a glitch. If your close-range kills aren't counting, you might be making one of these mistakes:
- You’re not within the required range. You need to be at melee range, which is very close to the enemy; otherwise, the kills won’t register.
- You haven't unlocked all nine Military Camos for that weapon. Special Camos unlock only after completing the initial Headshot challenges.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 83 /100 Critics Rec: 91%
- Released
- October 25, 2024
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Suggestive Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs
- Developer(s)
- Treyarch, Raven Software
- Publisher(s)
- Activision
- Engine
- IW 9.0
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- Yes - PlayStation, Xbox, PC
WHERE TO PLAY
- Cross Save
- Yes - PlayStation, Xbox, PC
- Prequel(s)
- Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops III, Call of Duty: Black Ops II, Call of Duty: Black Ops, Call of Duty: World at War
- Franchise
- Call of Duty
- Number of Players
- 1-4
- Split Screen Orientation
- Vertical or Horizontal
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Unknown
- PC Release Date
- October 25, 2024
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- October 25, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- October 25, 2024
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC
- Genre(s)
- FPS
- How Long To Beat
- 8 Hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- PS Plus Availability
- N/A
- File Size Xbox Series
- 216 GB (October 2024)
- Local Co-Op Support
- 1-2 Players
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
