Attachments don't always make your gun better in Modern Warfare 2.

With the majority of them coming with aim downwardly sights speed penalties, y'all may not really desire to fill up all five zipper slots.

Having said that, the one attachment you may still want to equip is the optic. Not every gun offers a make clean sight picture show with the default fe sights, and the correct optic can help you hit your targets a lot more than hands.

Here'southward a look at the best optics in the game to improve your accuracy and how to unlock them. These 1x optics are the best fit for close to mid-range weapons like assault rifles and SMGs, giving you lot an unobstructed and clearer view of your opponents.

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The 5 best optics in Mod Warfare ii and how to unlock them

Cronen Mini Red Dot

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Cronen Mini optic
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In that location are a few things that determine how good an optic is — a clean dot reticle and an unobtrusive frame that doesn't take upwardly too much infinite on your screen.

It's why ruby-red dot sights have long been a favorite staple in every Call of Duty game. That said, the Cronen Mini Red Dot really has a light-green reticle. It offers one of the cleanest sight pictures in the game, topped by a slim, rounded frame that stays out of your mode.

If you're looking for a green dot sight, this is one of the all-time in the game.

How to unlock

  1. Level the M4 assault rifle to level 13 to unlock the FTAC Recon boxing rifle.
  2. Level the FTAC Recon to level xvi to access the FSS Hurricane SMG.
  3. Level the FSS Hurricane to level iii to unlock the Cronen Mini Ruddy Dot for all weapons.

DF105 Reflex

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 DF105 Reflex optic
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The DF105 Reflex is a no-nonsense sight that delivers a perfectly round sight picture. Compared to the Cronen Mini Red Dot, it elevates the reticle farther above the tip of your gun'due south cage, which means you see less of the original iron sights.

Which 1 you prefer will largely come downwards to a matter of personal preference, but the DF105 Reflex arguably offers a slightly less uncluttered view.

How to unlock

  1. Reach military rank 23 to unlock the Kastov 762.
  2. Level the Kastov 762 to level ten to unlock the Kastov 545.
  3. Level the Kastov 545 to level 13 to unlock the Kastov-74U.
  4. Level the Kastov-74U to level 10 to become the DF105 Reflex optic.

Corio Re-Ten Pro

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Corio Re-X Pro optic
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The Corio Re-X Pro has a similar feel to the DF105 Reflex, albeit with a much thicker frame. However, information technology is one of only ii blue dot sights in the game at launch. The blueish reticle provides first-class visibility, with good contrast against enemies.

How to unlock

  1. Reach armed services rank 13 to unlock the .50 GS handgun.
  2. Level the .l GS to level four to unlock the Corio Re-Ten Pro optic.

Slimline Pro

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Slimline Pro optic
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The Slimline Pro is one of the sleekest optics in the game. With a low, wide profile and sparse frame, it provides a clean blood-red dot sight while taking up barely any space on your screen.

How to unlock

  1. Reach military rank 16 to unlock the Lachmann-762 boxing rifle.
  2. Level the Lachmann-762 to level 12 to unlock the Lachmann-556 set on rifle.
  3. Level the Lachmann-556 up to level xi to unlock the Lachmann Sub.
  4. Level the Lachmann Sub upwardly to level 11 to unlock the Slimline Pro optic.

Cronen Mini Pro

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Cronen Mini Pro best optic
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Similar the Corio Re-Ten Pro, the Cronen Mini Pro also has a blue dot sight. Its thin, angular frame is easier on the eyes than some of the other optics with rounded frames.

At the same fourth dimension, information technology remains out of your fashion without any distracting design features for a blissfully clean sight picture.

How to unlock

  1. Achieve military rank ix to unlock the Expedite 12 shotgun.
  2. Level the Expedite 12 to level 7 to unlock the Cronen Mini Pro optic.

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