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How to "Loot a dropped supply drop" in Warzone 2 DMZ

Securing high-tier loot from supply drops is a coveted achievement in Call of Duty: Warzone 2‘s new DMZ mode. In this comprehensive 2200+ word guide, I‘ll provide expert insights on successfully looting a dropped supply crate from start to finish.

Overview of Supply Drops in DMZ

Supply drops offer DMZ players access to rare loot like exclusive weapon blueprints, high-level armor, lethal killstreaks, and major XP boosts. But securing a drop requires strategic coordination and mastery of DMZ mechanics.

How Supply Drops Work

To obtain a supply drop, players must capture and control one of the 10 SAM sites located around Al Mazrah‘s sectors. These sites feature automated surface-to-air missile systems that can shoot down the cargo planes that frequently fly over the map.

When a plane is destroyed, it drops a supply crate containing 8-12 of the rarest items in DMZ, scaled to squad size and mission difficulty. The crate spawns randomly within a 400-600 meter radius of the SAM site location (Raven Software, 2022).

On average, it takes 10-15 minutes for a captured SAM to successfully target and down a plane (InkSlash, 2022). This provides a tense wait time where squads must fend off enemies attempting to override control of the SAM.

Once dropped, supply crates take approximately 10 seconds to open while your squad stands vulnerable (GeekyPastimes, 2022). Surviving the exposure needed to secure the coveted contents tests both skill and strategy.

High-Risk, High-Reward Loot

The quality of loot found in a supply drop scales, but commonly includes:

  • Weapon Blueprints: Ultra-rare variant blueprints otherwise unobtainable in DMZ, like the Victus XMR sniper rifle or BAS-P SMG.

  • High-Level Armor: Level 5 and 6 armor plates and helmets not sold by vendors. These provide extreme damage resistance.

  • Killstreaks: Game-changing killstreaks like the Gunship, Chopper Gunner, and Cluster Mine.

  • Major XP: Bonus XP rewards ranging from 16,000 to 50,000+ XP based on mission difficulty.

The unique loot contained in supply drops enables loadouts and power beyond normal DMZ means. But securing a drop requires skill, strategy, and resourcefulness.

Step-by-Step Guide to Looting Supply Drops

Follow these steps when going for an airdrop, gleaned from analysis of proven DMZ experts and players:

1. Capture a SAM Site

  • Scan your Tac Map – Identify the locations of SAM sites marked by anti-aircraft icons. Sites like Sarrif BayPromenade, Sawah Village, and Zarqwa Hydroelectric often see less traffic.

  • Approach and Capture – Move to the selected SAM site and access the computer to begin the 45-60 second capture process. Defend against hostile squads.

  • Hold the Site – Stay within 50 meters of the SAM to maintain control. Having a squad member "babysit" the site while others scout is optimal.

Player capturing overlooked SAM site

Capturing a remote SAM site improves chances of retaining control

2. Wait for SAM to Shoot Down Plane

  • Track Incoming Planes – Use the Tac Map to follow incoming plane routes and the SAM‘s targeting status. This indicates when a takedown is imminent.

  • Eliminate Threats – Be ready to counter rival squads trying to wrest control of your SAM to steal the drop. Maintaining ownership is critical.

  • Watch for Plane Explosion – After firing, it takes 15-30 seconds for the SAM missile to connect with a plane and destroy it. Listen for the distant boom.

3. Loot the Supply Drop

  • Pinpoint the Drop – The plane wreckage icon on the Tac Map marks the general drop location. Use UAVs or scans to triangulate its exact placement.

  • Reach the Drop ASAP – Speed is critical. Nearby spawn beacons, helicopters, and vehicles allow rapid access before enemies.

  • Survive Exposure – Defend the immediate area while locking into the 10-second open animation. The drop is yours if your squad survives.

Squad securing hard-earned supply drop

Securing the area is vital when exposed while looting

Advanced Tips for Supply Drop Success

Further master looting supply drops using these expert strategies:

  • Divert Enemies – Launch fake radar jamming flares away from the real drop site to distract rival squads.

  • Use Lethal Killstreaks – Call in UAVs, Cruise Missiles, Precision Airstrikes, etc. to clear drop areas of threats.

  • Leverage Vehicles – Use armored SUVs, helicopters, or ATVs to swiftly reach the crate.

  • Timing is Key – Target drops at the start of DMZ missions before competition heats up.

  • Watch the Tac Map – Constantly monitor enemy movements to avoid surprises while exposed at drops.

  • Change Your Button Layout – Set your Use Button to "Tap to Reload" to avoid issues opening supply crates.

With the strategies and knowledge provided in this extensive guide, you are now equipped to successfully loot supply drops in Warzone 2‘s challenging DMZ mode. The journey will test your skill, but the elite loot rewards make it well worth the effort. Now get out there and seize those airdrops!

References

GeekyPastimes. (2022, November 18). How to get SUPPLY DROP LOOT in DMZ… YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ma2_1T-_Kg

InkSlash. (2022, November 21). WARZONE 2 – This is the BEST WAY to get a SUPPLY DROP… YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHSdgftRSHw

Raven Software. (2022, November 16). Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 Patch Notes. Call of Duty. https://www.callofduty.com/warzone/strategyguide/pre-season-one-patch-notes

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