A Forgotten MW2 Assault Rifle Is Back in Warzone’s Meta After Season 4 Reloaded Buff

A once-overlooked Modern Warfare 2 assault rifle has resurfaced as a top-tier weapon in Warzone thanks to a meaningful buff in Season 4.

The Chimera AR had been a go-to for sniper support during Warzone 2’s run. But after the Modern Warfare 3 integration, newer weapons like the WSP‑9 and MCW JAK Raven pushed it out of favor. Season 4 changed that trajectory. The Chimera received damage improvements, and its arm damage modifier was increased from 0.95× to 1.16×—significantly enhancing both its time-to-kill and shot consistency 

Warzone strategist WhosImmortal praised the update, stating, “The Chimera got some buffs in Season 4, and in all reality, this thing is better than ever right now,” adding that it feels “really, really good” to use 

🔫 WhosImmortal’s Recommended Chimera Build:

• Muzzle: Casus Brake L

• Barrel: 6.5″ EXF Vorpal

• Underbarrel: XRK Edge BW‑4 Handstop

• Ammunition: Blackout High Grain Rounds

• Magazine: 45‑Round Mag

This configuration enhances mobility and reload speed while maintaining high damage. Though Chimera attachment options are a bit limited—some barrels and stocks reduce ADS speed and handling—you can further customise the setup. For example, switch Blackout High Grain Rounds for an optic, or replace the Casus Brake with the Scratch 20‑L Suppressor for stealth and range 

Why the Chimera Fits the Current Meta

1. Boosted Damage and From-the-Arm Accuracy: The new arm modifier boost means limb hits are now reliable and often deadly, reducing one-shot inconsistencies that plagued the AR class in Warzone.

2. Sniper Support Specialist: It maintains excellent performance across mid to long ranges while still being viable in close quarters—ideal for hybrid roles.

3. Versatile ATR Class: With the right build, Chimera transitions effortlessly between sustained fire and agile playstyles—providing flexibility that many SMG/AR combos lack.

Strong Meta Presence, Despite Low Pick Rate

Even with these buffs, the Chimera remains underutilized. WZRanked data shows it's ranked far outside the top-used guns, with only a ~0.25% pick rate But that makes it a powerful sleeper pick: a weapon that catches opponents off guard while delivering dependable performance.

TL;DR

• Weapon: Chimera (Modern Warfare 2 AR)

• Patch Highlights: Increased damage, arm modifier (0.95→1.16)

• Why It Matters: Faster and more consistent TTK, reliable limb hits

• Best Loadout: Casus Brake L, Vorpal barrel, Handstop, High Grain rounds, 45‑Round mag

• Meta Role: Sniper‑support hybrid with solid mid- to long-range utility

• Community Take: Underrated – few know it’s back at its peak

If you’re looking for an edge by using off-meta weapons, give the Chimera a serious look—it’s stealthily returned to the spotlight as one of Season 4’s most effective ARs.