The gaming community is buzzing with excitement as the first official teaser for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 5 appears to confirm the comeback of the legendary M249 SAW light machine gun. This fan-favorite weapon, featured in numerous Call of Duty installments, was briefly spotted in the newly released trailer, hinting at its potential inclusion in the upcoming season.

While developer Treyarch Studios hasn't officially announced the weapon's return, the subtle appearance in the trailer follows a pattern of similar teases before major content updates. The M249 SAW's potential reintroduction could happen either at Season 5's launch or through a mid-season update, adding another powerful option to players' arsenals.

Season 5 is expected to launch around August 7, following Call of Duty's traditional update schedule. As anticipation builds, Activision has started ramping up promotional activities, including teasing a mysterious collaboration with the classic horror film I Know What You Did Last Summer.

The M249 SAW has been a staple in the Call of Duty franchise since its inception. Most recently appearing in Modern Warfare 3 as the Bruen Mk9, this fully-automatic LMG could quickly become a meta weapon choice when it returns in Season 5.