Numerous firearms become available across the latest CoD installment and its battle royale counterpart. While progression systems grant access to most gear, specific items display a unique requirement indicator labeled “Armory Unlock.” This designation requires particular actions to acquire these restricted tools.
Understanding Armory-Locked Gear in Black Ops 6

Armory-locked items represent previously seasonal battle pass rewards. Instead of permanent exclusivity, these can now be obtained through dedicated progression within the Armory system, though the process demands significant time investment.
Acquiring Armory-Restricted Equipment
To initiate the unlock process, navigate through these menus:
- Access Player Profile from the lobby interface
- Choose Progression Challenges
- Select Armory Section

Within the Armory, filter by equipment type and select desired items to activate their individual unlock tracks. Each selection displays distinct XP requirements that must be fulfilled through gameplay. Progress applies only to the currently selected item.

XP thresholds range from 100K to 250K per item, with occasional boosts available through limited-time multipliers. Prioritize specific unlocks as accumulated XP doesn’t distribute across multiple items simultaneously.
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