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Call of Duty's latest seasonal update brings a potentially game-breaking secondary weapon to the competitive scene. The Grimhawk fires low-velocity rounds that automatically track enemies once they start engaging, creating a significant advantage in close-quarters combat situations.
The weapon functions as a full-auto rifle with light homing capabilities that activate when targets begin shooting or firing at teammates. Developers balanced the mechanic by making the rounds drop quickly, forcing players to adjust their aim and lead shots accordingly. However, once an opponent opens fire, the projectiles will home in on them automatically, eliminating much of the skill gap at short range.
The real threat emerges from the Prestige attachment, which enables hip-fire homing functionality. This modification removes the traditional ADS requirement, meaning players can spray and pray while holding the trigger, letting the bullets seek targets without aiming down sights. In tight engagements, this creates an almost unavoidable threat that demands immediate attention from competitive players.
The Grimhawk enters the game through seasonal challenges, giving all players access to this powerful tool as Season 4 progresses. Early adoption and mastery of this weapon could provide significant advantages in both ranked matches and tournament play during the season's competitive window.