Weapons and Recoil
Weapon mechanics, recoil patterns, and weapon selection. Browse 7 detailed answers below.
AK-47 Spray Pattern and Recoil Control
Quick answer: AK spray: pull down then left. Use 2-4 burst fire. First shot one-taps heads.
AK spray: up then left31 damage body, one-shot head (unarmored)Burst fire (2-4) superior to spray
M4 Rifles: M4A4 vs M4A1-S
Quick answer: M4A4: aggressive, more ammo. M4A1-S: defensive, lower recoil. Choose by playstyle.
M4A4: $2300, 30 ammo, fully automaticM4A1-S: $2050, 20 ammo, lower recoilBoth 23 damage body, 63 head
AWP Sniper Rifle Guide
Quick answer: AWP: $4750, one-shot kill. Hold long sightlines. Key to economy rounds.
AWP: $4750, one-shot killHold long sightlinesOne AWP win creates economy advantage
Pistol Round Weapons and Strategy
Quick answer: Buy light armor and pistol. Winning leads to full buy next round. Aim for headshots.
Pistol round determines economy trajectoryTypical buy: Light Armor, PistolWinning pistol: full buy round 2
Utility Grenades: HE Grenade Damage Values
Quick answer: HE grenades: $400, up to 100 damage close. Soften targets, not eliminate. Buy 1-2 per round.
HE damage: 80-100 close, 30-40 distanceLower priority than smokes/flashesBuy 1-2 per execute if budget allows
Learning Spray Patterns Efficiently
Quick answer: Practice spray in offline mode daily. Focus first 15-20 shots. Use aim trainers for feedback.
Practice against stationary targetsFocus first 15-20 shotsDaily practice compounds
When to Buy FAMAS and Scout Rifles
Quick answer: FAMAS on force-buys. Scouts on long angles only. CZ situational.
FAMAS: cheaper AK alternativeScout: long-range precisionCZ: close-range secondary