Grinding through the ranks in cheap bo6 bot lobby can feel like a marathon, but Double XP Weekends? That’s your chance to turn it into a sprint. If your goal is to hit max prestige in a single weekend, you’ll need more than just long hours — you’ll need strategy.

In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know to efficiently reach Prestige — and maybe even go beyond it — in just one Double XP Weekend.


🧭 Step 1: Know the XP Thresholds

First, understand what you're up against. While exact numbers may vary by season, you’ll generally need to reach Level 55–60 to prestige once. After that, the grind continues through seasonal prestige levels.

During Double XP, this journey is cut in half, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. You're still looking at 6–10 hours of focused play per prestige level, depending on how optimized your method is.


📅 Step 2: Maximize Your Time – Plan the Weekend

Time management is half the battle. Here's how to structure your weekend:

  • Friday (Launch Day): Warm up and finalize your loadouts. Focus on unlocking a few challenges and Daily Missions.

  • Saturday: Grind hard. Aim for at least 8 hours, split across sessions. Prioritize game modes with high XP yield.

  • Sunday: Clean up missed challenges, switch to Zombies or Invasion for passive leveling, and coast to your goal.

🕒 Optimal play window: Matchmaking is best from 12 PM – 10 PM local time. This is when lobbies are more active and fast-paced.


🧠 Step 3: XP-Farming Game Modes

Here are the top multiplayer modes for racking up fast XP:

  1. Domination – High objective XP + consistent respawns

  2. Kill Confirmed – Fast-paced, and each tag equals bonus XP

  3. Hardpoint – Playing inside the hill gives bonus points

  4. Invasion (Core) – Bot kills and assist XP galore

  5. Zombies – Great for consistent Weapon XP and long sessions

💡 Pro Tip: In Invasion, killing bots grants almost as much XP as players — with much lower risk.


🔫 Step 4: Use the Right Loadouts

Go in with weapons you want to level, but more importantly, pick ones that are fast to level and easy to use. See Blog #2 for the top 10 XP-friendly loadouts.

Don’t forget:

  • Use suppressors for stealth kills and long killstreaks

  • Equip perks like Scavenger, Quick Fix, and Focus

  • Stick with one weapon until it’s maxed out, then switch


🎯 Step 5: Focus on Challenges and Camos

XP doesn’t just come from kills. Daily and Weekly Challenges offer 5,000–10,000 XP each, and many camo challenges can award even more.

Best Challenges to Prioritize:

  • Kill and headshot counts

  • Assists and killstreak shutdowns

  • Equipment kills (Thermite, Frag, Drill Charge)

💥 Camo Grinding = Massive XP
Gold and Mastery camos often come with XP bonuses, and you’ll gain tons of XP on the way through kills, headshots, longshots, etc.


🧟‍♂️ Bonus: Zombies XP Grinding Loop

Zombies mode is ideal for players who want to grind without the sweat of multiplayer. Here’s how to farm XP efficiently:

  1. Drop in with your primary weapon of choice

  2. Complete contracts, bounties, and story missions

  3. Exfil around Round 25–30

  4. Rinse and repeat

Use an XP-boosted blueprint if you have one — these offer passive XP boosts during matches.


🎮 Step 6: Stay Fresh and Smart

Burnout kills your performance — and your XP gains. Make sure to:

  • Take 15-minute breaks every 2–3 hours

  • Stay hydrated and eat between sessions

  • Avoid tilt; switch modes if you're on a losing streak

Also: Don’t forget XP Tokens! While they don’t stack with Double XP weekends, save them for weekdays or future events.


📊 Track Your Progress

Use the in-game Career tab to monitor your Prestige journey. Keep an eye on:

  • Your XP per match (aim for 10,000+ consistently)

  • Completed challenges and upcoming missions

  • Weapon levels and camo progress

Apps like COD Tracker or Activision’s Companion App also offer performance breakdowns.


🏆 Conclusion: Prestige or Bust

Reaching Max Prestige in one Double XP weekend isn’t just about putting in hours — it’s about working smart. Focus on XP-efficient modes, run optimized loadouts, and take advantage of every system the game offers: from camos and challenges to contracts and streaks.

If you play it right, by Monday morning, you won’t just be a higher level — you’ll be a walking, gold-plated highlight reel ready for black ops 6 bot lobbies Season 4.