After the Season 2 update for Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, players were given access to the ISO Hemlock Assault Rifle, an incredibly flexible weapon that has quickly become powerful in the battle royale when using its best loadout. Unlocked either through the Battle Pass or in the DMZ mode of Warzone 2, players can customize the ISO Hemlock to dominate in multiplayer matches due to its well-rounded traits. Using the right attachments, perks, and tactical equipment bolsters the effectiveness of this weapon to be one of the best tools players can have in the current season.

Armed with incredibly low recoil from the start, the ISO Hemlock should be best paired with the Overkill and Fast Hands custom perks. The former gives players another primary weapon to balance out the Hemlock's mid-range capabilities with another gun in Warzone 2 that focuses on either long-distance shots or close-range encounters. Fast Hands increases the player's speed during a weapon switch, a reload, or the use of equipment. Other good perks could be Double Time and High Alert, which boost the player's overall movement and awareness.

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Best Attachments for the ISO Hemlock in Warzone 2

Call of Duty Warzone 2.0 ISO Hemlock Assault Rifle New to Season 2 and Unlocked in Battle Pass

This recent fan-favorite gun thrives off increases in its rate of fire, which can be a bit slow if judged on its base stats alone. Improvements to the ISO Hemlock's damage range through the right Muzzle helps it in battles that occur just outside its normal range. Players are also recommended to equip the Smoke Grenade as their Tactical Equipment when constructing their loadout in Warzone 2, as this gives an opportunity to attack or flee to a spot where the ISO Hemlock has its best position by impairing an enemy's vision.

Slot

Attachment

Description

Pros & Cons

Muzzle

Harbinger D20

A tactical suppressor with heat cover. Shots stay quiet and do more damage, while recoil is smoother.

  • Improves: Damage Range, Sound Suppression, Recoil Smoothness, Bullet Velocity
  • Impairs: Aim Down Sight Speed, Aiming Stability, Aim Walking Speed

Underbarrel

Lockgrip Precision-40

Phenomenal vertical recoil control for operators who take their time and pick their targets.

  • Improves: Hip Fire Accuracy, Gun Kick Control, Aim Walking Steadiness
  • Impairs: Aim Down Sight Speed

Optic

Aim OP-V4

A high precision, low-profile reflex sight.

  • Improves: Precision Sight Picture
  • Impairs: Aim Down Sight Speed

Rear Grip

XTEN Grip

A comfortable, contoured grip designed by XTEN for snappy target acquisition.

Ammunition

5.56 High Velocity

Tapered rounds designed to increase projectile velocity.

  • Improves: Bullet Velocity
  • Impairs: Damage Range

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  • Call of Duty Warzone Poster
    Call of Duty Warzone
    Released:
    2020-03-10
    Developer:
    Treyarch, Infinity Ward, Raven Software
    Franchise:
    Call of Duty
    Genre:
    Shooter
    Platform:
    Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox One X, PC, Xbox One S
    Publisher:
    Activision
    ESRB:
    M
    Sequel:
    Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0
    Engine:
    IW
    How Long To Beat:
    90h