5 Free Fire MAX tips for landing headshots easily in ranked matches

Modified Dec 31, 2024 21:30 IST

Landing perfect headshots in Free Fire MAX will come in handy during fights (Image via Garena Free Fire)

Headshots are not just a flex of skill in Free Fire MAX-ranked matches. They have tactical utility and can help even the odds in a losing battle. However, mastering this skill is not as easy as it seems.

It takes hours of practice, and there are numerous factors to take into consideration as well. Thankfully, the skill is such that players can learn as they fight. By implementing a few tips, they'll be able to land headshots efficiently in no time.

Note: This article is subjective and solely reflects the writer's opinions.

Implement these tips to land headshots with ease in Free Fire MAX

1) Appropriate sensitivity settings

It's worth noting that no set of sensitivity settings can be labeled as ideal as their preference varies among gamers based on their playstyles. However, it is safe to say that the appropriate settings can work wonders for your weapon recoil control skill. Below are sensitivity settings used by many FF veterans; you can tweak them to your comfort if necessary:

Red Dot: 78
2X Scope: 70
4X Scope: 55
AWM Scope: 48
Free Look: 100

Additionally, if you are a beginner in Free Fire, consider using the AKM for close-to-mid-range combat since it has a high recoil rate. It might sound unreasonable, but utilizing the firearm will help you learn to control a weapon's recoil rate and make using guns with a lesser recoil rate easier.

2) Wait for the target to stop moving

An easy way to land headshots in Free Fire MAX is to simply wait for the target to stop moving. Although this is not an ideal scenario, opponents do stop moving between now and then during a match.

Patient players will be able to utilize this to their advantage. They'll be able to fire accurately and secure a kill with ease. Highly skilled users can use bait to pull off this strategy.

3) Use the right weapon for the job

While having a steady aim and quick reflexes are the core requirements for landing headshots, there is a third factor at work: weapon choice. Certain weapons will have to be used to execute a headshot, depending on the situation.

For instance, using a shotgun or SMG in close-range fights will yield more results than an AR or sniper. Whereas in long-range battles, Free Fire MAX gamers will need to use specialized weapons for the task.

4) Secure high ground

Securing good firing angles makes a lot of difference during a match. This allows players to get a clear view of the battlefield and scout out opponents. When an enemy comes into range, a clean headshot can be taken.

Additionally, when on high ground, due to bad angles for the enemy, users will be safe from returning fire. Depending on the angle, they may not even sustain any damage and will be free to continue shooting at opponents.

5) Use character abilities

In Free Fire MAX, there are numerous characters that gamers can choose from. Each has a special ability that helps users on the battlefield. However, when it comes to accuracy buffs, only two are fit for the task: Laura and Dasha.

Laura's ability, Sharp Shooter, increases weapons accuracy when scoped in with any weapon. Dasha's ability, Partying On, reduces maximum recoil and recoil buildup for all guns. These two powers will help gamers land headshots consistently when used in conjunction.

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Edited by Ravi Iyer