The best guns in Bodycam depend on the map, so our picks go by job: the MP5 for close quarters, an assault rifle such as the M4 or SCAR as the all-rounder, the Rivington bolt-action sniper rifle for long sightlines on Trenches, and the TK-9 machine pistol as your secondary. Build each one with attachments for its job, because in Bodycam the build changes a gun as much as the gun itself.
Reissad Studio does not publish a damage table, so these are our recommendations, built from what the studio has said about each weapon and what the v0.8 and v0.9 updates changed. Below are the picks with the reasoning, the guns Reissad’s 2026 notes name, the changes that affect every weapon, and the ones to think twice about.
Our Best Guns in Bodycam, by Job
| Job | Our pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Close quarters (CQB, Public Pool, Wingman rounds) | MP5 | Reissad introduced it as a 30-round SMG with a fast fire rate, “effective in close-quarter combats” |
| All-rounder | An assault rifle, such as the M4 or SCAR | One gun built for both the trench lines and the open ground on Trenches |
| Long range | Rivington | The bolt-action sniper rifle Reissad added in v0.8, and the gun for Trenches’ long sightlines |
| Secondary | TK-9 | The first machine pistol you can run as a secondary, with a side-mounted flashlight |
| Zombies | A controllable primary plus the TK-9 | Covered in our best Zombies loadout guide |
Close Quarters: The MP5
When Reissad added the MP5 in June 2024, its patch notes called it “a submachine gun with a 30-round capacity” with “a faster fire rate,” and said “it is effective in close-quarter combats.” v0.8 reworked every weapon in the game since then, so test it on the Lobby’s firing range, but its job has not changed: rooms, corridors and short rounds.
Close quarters is also where v0.9’s changes help most. Hip-fire spread is lower on every weapon, so shooting from the hip when you round a corner is more precise than before. For a close quarters build, put ADS speed and equip speed first; our guide to what kick, equip speed and ADS speed mean explains each stat.
All-Rounder: An Assault Rifle Built Both Ways
Reissad describes Trenches, which has led the map list since v0.8 patch #1, as “a mix of intense close quarters fights inside the trench network and longer range engagements across the open areas surrounding it.” One gun that covers both is an assault rifle, and the M4 and SCAR are two that Reissad’s 2026 notes name. The M4’s parts have had their own fixes: adjusted barrel sockets in patch #4, and missing gameplay effects restored on some M4 stock skins in v0.9.
Bodycam’s store page says attachments let you build anything “from compact CQB rifles to long-range precision platforms,” and that is the point of an all-rounder. Build it for recoil control first, then ADS speed, and you have a rifle for both halves of the map.
Long Range: The Rivington
The Rivington is the bolt-action sniper rifle v0.8 added, and since v0.9 it “always keeps a barrel equipped.” It is the pick for Trenches’ open ground, and since v0.8, magnified optics use a picture-in-picture system with a canted optic you can switch to. The v0.9 magnified scope quality setting helps if scopes cost you frame rate; see our best settings guide.
One warning from Reissad’s 2026 roadmap: “for some guns, like the shotgun or bolt-action rifles, the situation can shift really quickly from a calm to a stress state, leading to mistakes. Or even failure.” A bolt-action reload under fire is a risk, so pair the Rivington with a fast secondary. The SVD, the other long gun named in Reissad’s 2026 notes, is the alternative to try on the firing range.
Secondary: The TK-9
The TK-9 arrived with v0.9 on November 13, 2026, as “the first machine pistol you can run as a secondary weapon,” with a flashlight on a side mount by default and magazine checks that show full or empty. It pairs with any primary, which no other machine pistol does. Our guide on how to unlock the TK-9 covers where to find it.
Guns Named in Reissad’s 2026 Notes
Reissad has no public weapon list, and your loadout shows every gun. These are the ones its 2026 patch notes name:
| Type | Guns |
|---|---|
| Pistols | Glock, Deagle, CR-75 |
| Machine pistols | TK-9 (secondary), SG9-X, Veaper, SG5-X |
| SMGs and compact rifles | MP5, AKS-74U |
| Assault rifles | M4, SCAR |
| Marksman and sniper rifles | SVD, Rivington |
| Shotguns | BK-101 |
| Other | Tenpoint Stealth crossbow |
You start with a base weapon and unlock the rest with Reissad Points. Our guide to unlocking weapons and attachments covers the economy.
What v0.9 Changed for Every Gun
The v0.9 release notes made changes “to every mode unless stated otherwise”:
- Less hip-fire spread on every weapon.
- Bullet penetration rebalanced by surface, “with less penetration through fabric and concrete,” so shooting through cover is less reliable than it was.
- A clavicle damage fix, “so damage is more consistent when shooting at the upper body.”
- .45 ammo is no longer offered on the Glock.
- A side-mount slot for flashlights, so a light no longer blocks barrels and other attachments.
Guns to Think Twice About
- The crossbow in PvP. It joined the loadout in v0.9, and Reissad’s own words are “a tough weapon to play in multiplayer, but a very satisfying one.”
- Shotguns and bolt-actions without a backup. Reissad’s roadmap singles them out as the guns where stress causes reload mistakes. The BK-101 shotgun, added in v0.8, is still a close quarters option; just carry a secondary.
Every guide for the game is on our Bodycam hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best gun in Bodycam? It depends on the map. Our picks are the MP5 for close quarters, an M4 or SCAR as the all-rounder, the Rivington for long range and the TK-9 as the secondary.
What is the best secondary in Bodycam? The TK-9. It is the first machine pistol you can run as a secondary, and it comes with a side-mounted flashlight.
What is the best sniper in Bodycam? Our pick is the Rivington, the bolt-action sniper rifle added in v0.8. Pair it with a quick secondary, since Reissad says bolt-action reloads can go wrong under stress.
Is the crossbow good in Bodycam? In PvP it is hard to use. Reissad calls it “a tough weapon to play in multiplayer, but a very satisfying one.”
What is the best gun for Bodycam Zombies? A controllable, high-capacity primary with a flashlight, plus the TK-9. Our best Zombies loadout guide has the full build.
Did v0.9 change the guns in Bodycam? Yes. It reduced hip-fire spread on every weapon, cut penetration through fabric and concrete, fixed a clavicle damage multiplier, and added the TK-9 and the crossbow to the loadout.