COD Black Ops 7: X9 Maverick Assault Rifle Unlock Guide & Tips

The X9 Maverick is an assault rifle in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 that fires a three-round burst. It’s designed for mid-range precision: strong damage per burst and very manageable recoil, at the cost of average mobility and slightly slower handling. Use it where controlled, accurate bursts win fights.

COD Black Ops 7 X9 Maverick Overview

Field	Details
Weapon type	Assault rifle (three-round burst).
Damage profile	High damage per burst — excels at mid ranges.
Rate of fire	Burst fire (three-round) — follow-up timing matters.
Recoil control	Excellent — easy to keep bursts on target.
Mobility	Average — slower sprint-to-aim and movement than SMGs.
Handling	Slower handling; favors deliberate peeking and accuracy.
Unlock level	Unlocks in progression (listed as Level 29 — Lieutenant II).
Best use case	Mid-range map control, pair with steady aim and burst discipline.

How to get X9 Maverick

Unlock the X9 Maverick by progressing through multiplayer levels — it becomes available through standard weapon progression (listed at lieutenant tier in official progression). Play MP matches and complete match XP objectives to reach the required level.

Step by step guide to unlock X9 Maverick

Step 1: Focus on XP boosts

Equip double XP tokens (if available), complete daily/weekly challenges and match objectives to accelerate leveling.

Step 2: Play objective modes

Objective game modes (Domination, Hardpoint) give steady XP — prioritize these while finishing weapon progression.

Step 3: Finish quick challenges

Complete short challenges (10-20 kills, match wins, score-based tasks) that unlock faster than long grind challenges.

Step 4: Unlock and equip attachments

Once unlocked, equip attachments that reduce aim down sights (ADS) time and boost handling to offset the Maverick’s slower handling.

Step 5: Practice burst timing

Use a private match or low-stakes playlists to learn the three-round burst rhythm and optimal engagement ranges.

Step 6: Upgrade with weapon XP

Use weapon XP to unlock key attachments (barrel, stock, muzzle, magazine) that improve accuracy, ADS speed, and range.

X9 Maverick tips

Aim for controlled three-round bursts — full auto spam (if available) loses accuracy.
Equip ADS speed and handling attachments first to counter slower handling.
Use an optic with clear mid-range sight picture (not a zoomed sniper optic).
Pair with a fast-mobility secondary (SMG or pistol) for close quarters.
Play from cover and windows — the rifle rewards peeking and quick burst follow-ups.
Use tac/perk options that boost aim recovery and sprint-to-fire speed.
Learn map sight lines where mid-range engagements are common (long corridors, mid map plazas).
If recoil control attachments are available, prioritize them to maximize the X9’s strength.