PUBG Mobile beginner's guide to shooting mechanics

Modified Oct 31, 2024 16:48 GMT

Shooting mechanics guide (Image via Tencent Games)

Those without a prior battle royale gaming experience often find it hard to control their weapons in titles like PUBG Mobile. This happens because their developers incorporate weapon recoil rates to generate a more realistic gaming experience and challenge players to land precise shots. It's worth mentioning that not every firearm exhibits an equal recoil rate, damage output, and rate of fire, and this is what makes them suitable for players with varying playstyles.

Note that a beginner should never prioritize a single weapon without trying out every firearm in PUBG Mobile. This practice helps them discover the perfect firearm that enhances their playstyle.

Considering all this, this article discusses a few tips and tricks for shooting mechanics for beginners in PUBG Mobile.

Disclaimer: PUBG Mobile is banned in India. Readers in the region are advised against playing the game. Instead, they can play BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India), an India-exclusive and legal variant.

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All details about the shooting mechanics in PUBG Mobile

1) Understanding weapon categories and recoil control

Various weapons for various ranges (Image via Zendex/YouTube)

Every firearm moves in varying degrees when being fired in PUBG Mobile, and this phenomenon is known as weapon recoil. While some firearms, like the M416, show the least recoil rate, other ARs, like the AKM, are hard to control due to the high recoil rate. Understand this varying rate of recoil and choose your firearm accordingly.

Try to keep weapons like the AKM as your secondary weapon and use a firearm with a low recoil rate as your primary gun. This is because using a firearm with a high recoil rate will help you learn the recoil control, while another weapon with a low recoil will ensure safety.

Try to move your crosshair down while firing, and stop attacking when the target is away from the crosshair. Moreover, try to crouch or go prone while firing, as this reduces the recoil rate.

Lastly, choose your weapon's attachment wisely. Use a vertical grip or foregrip to control the weapon better. Avoid using suppressors on weapons with high recoil rates, as the attachment increases the weapon movement.

2) Optimizing aim and target tracking

One essential ability that may make or break your PUBG Mobile experience is your aim. If your device has the gyroscope feature, make sure to use it. It makes aiming more dynamic and responsive. Adjust its sensitivity levels to achieve the ideal ratio of accuracy to speed.

To prevail in gunfights, target tracking is essential. Maintain your crosshair in the center of the screen at all times, and practice keeping it on moving targets. By estimating the course of the enemy, you can anticipate their moves and modify your aim accordingly. Hip-firing in PUBG Mobile can be useful in close-quarters battle, but for longer ranges, use the scope to improve your accuracy.

Keep your movements under control while aiming, as this will facilitate precision. And during confrontations, try not to strafe too much. That is because doing so can affect your accuracy. Instead, to outmaneuver your rivals, employ cover and carefully place peeks.

3) Mastering firing modes and positioning

Positioning matters in combat (Image via Xifan/YouTube)

Three fire modes are available in this game: single, burst, and full-auto. Recognize the advantages and disadvantages of each approach to adjust to various circumstances. Long-range engagements in PUBG Mobile are best served by single and burst modes, which help preserve ammunition and ensure better accuracy. To take your targets down quickly in close-quarters combat, switch to full auto.

For shooting to be successful, positioning yourself properly is essential. Always be mindful of your surroundings, and make use of cover. To reduce exposure and increase your chances of landing a shot, peek from behind the cover. Stealth and avoid making unnecessary noise to surprise your opponents.

Practice maintaining control over your movement while shooting as well. To purposefully make oneself difficult to hit, strafe, crouch, and go prone. In the brutal environment of PUBG Mobile, mastering the balance between aggressive and defensive moves will greatly increase your chances of survival.

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Edited by Soumyadyuti Ghosh