5 best FPS to play while you wait for Black Ops 6

With the end of the early access Open Beta of Black Ops 6, players are now looking for new games while waiting for its full release. The game has become the most-played title on PlayStation 5 and Xbox in the United States during its Open Beta. It is being developed by Treyarch, which is historically known for past Black Ops titles like Cold War and Black Ops 3. Black Ops 6 is one of the most wishlisted games on Steam, which reveals the sheer hype for this Call of Duty title.

The FPS genre is filled with amazing action shooters and story-mode games in 2024. However, the huge collection of such games might be confusing for some gamers out there. Hence, the article lists the five best FPS games you can play while waiting for Black Ops 6.

Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the writer's opinion. The entries are arranged in no particular order.

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5 best FPS games to play while waiting for Black Ops 6

1) Modern Warfare 3

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Modern Warfare 3 is one of the best games similar to Black Ops 6 that you can play in 2024. It offers an immersive and thrilling campaign where players assume the roles of iconic characters such as Ghost, Soap, and Captain Price, as they confront the formidable antagonist, Vladimir Makarov.

Modern Warfare 3 also features a Multiplayer mode which is known for its balanced and competitive gameplay. The game launched with an impressive 16 maps, and new maps and multiplayer modes are added every season to keep players engaged. Additionally, the game includes a cooperative Zombies mode that continues the story of the Dark Aether.

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2) Valorant

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Valorant is a free-to-play tactical FPS shooter developed by Riot Games. It features 5v5 shooting action, where Agents battle against each other for the resource known as Radianite. The game has seven different maps, each with its own layout and lineup systems.

Somewhat inspired by Counter-Strike, Valorant has seemingly been designed to set the benchmarks of precise gunplay with the use of Agent abilities. The game features a Competitive mode for ranked-play enthusiasts, as well as seven other modes for players who are looking for some casual point-and-shoot action.

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3) Counter-Strike 2

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Counter Striker 2 is a title that players can definitely try while waiting for Black Ops 6. It is a free-to-play tactical FPS shooter, developed and published by Valve. Counter-Strike 2 has dominated the FPS genre as one of the most played games for decades and still holds records for an extremely high number of concurrent players on Steam.

In the game, players take on the roles of terrorist and counter-terrorist factions in a 5v5 bomb defusal scenario. Counter-Strike 2 is also known for its prominent E-sports scene, making it a popular choice for those interested in becoming professional FPS gamers. The game offers seven active-duty maps and various competitive and casual modes to choose from.

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4) Apex Legends

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Players who are interested in Black Ops 6 might also want to try out Apex Legends. This action-packed battle royale game was developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by EA. It is free to play and includes a rich backstory, as well as unique hero characters called Legends who compete to become the Apex Predator.

Apex Legends boasts several Legend classes such as Assault, Support, Skirmisher, and more, each with their unique kits. The game also features several arcade modes such as Team Deathmatch and Gun Run that cater to casual players.

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5) Rainbow Six Siege

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Rainbow Six Siege takes the final spot on this list of best FPS games to play while waiting for Black Ops 6. This title is the part of Ubisoft Tom Clancy franchise and features hardcore tactical shooting action. The game focuses on strategizing rather than adrenaline-induced gunplay, which might be a turn-off for some gamers.

R6 Siege features Operators who have their special sets of abilities that must be used in coordination with guns to achieve victory in battle. The game also boasts destructible environments that add to the complexity and unpredictability by allowing players to establish new vantage points, set up defenses, and adapt to evolving circumstances.

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