Weapon Selection Based on Economy
Weapon selection depends on available money and enemy loadout. With $2400 (pistol round), buy armor and pistol. With $5000-6500, buy SMG or weaker rifle. With $8000+, buy rifle and utility. Understanding cost-benefit of weapons enables optimal economic decisions.
If enemies have rifles, spending $4000 on a weaker rifle is inefficient. Instead, eco and rebuild next round, or buy SMG and play close range. If enemies are econ, full utility buy denies their execution. These decisions cascade: one round's buy determines next round's economy and options.
Pro teams memorize exact economic thresholds for buys. Can we afford AK and armor? Yes, $2700 + $1000 = $3700. Reserve $500 for utility. Knowing these numbers instantly enables rapid buy-phase decisions without calculation delays. Experienced players decide buys in seconds; beginners need planning.
Adapt weapon choice to map and role. On Inferno with limited sight lines, AWP is valuable. On Mirage with long engagements, rifles are better. SMGs excel in close quarters. Understanding map characteristics and optimal weapons for those characteristics improves consistency.
Key Points
- Weapon cost determines availability
- Eco dictates buy options
- Reserve money for next round
- Adapt to map characteristics
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Wasting money on inefficient weapons
- Not reserving money
- Buying same weapons every round