Editing How to Be a Sniper in Call of Duty

= How to Be a Sniper in Call of Duty =

Here's a comprehensive guide on how to be an effective sniper in Call of Duty:

== Weapon Selection and Loadout ==

Choose a sniper rifle that suits your playstyle. Popular options include:

- Pelington 703: Fast handling, 1-shot kill to head or upper chest[2]
- LW3-Tundra: High damage, 1-shot kill to head, upper chest, and shoulders[2]
- M82: Semi-auto with heavy recoil, 1-shot kill to head or upper chest[2]

Optimize your loadout:
- Use the Gunfighter Wildcard to equip more attachments[5]
- Recommended attachments: 
  - Optic of your choice (e.g. Blandwell 7x Scope)
  - Ranger Handguard for sprint speed
  - Extended Mag I for more shots between reloads
  - Muzzle Brake to reduce recoil[5]

For perks, consider:
- Paranoia to detect when enemies are aiming at you
- Assassin to boost score output
- Ghost to stay off enemy radar[12]

== Aiming Techniques ==

1. Centering: Keep your crosshair at chest level where enemies are likely to appear1<ref name="ref4">4</ref>

2. Quickscoping: Quickly aim down sights and fire immediately without fully zooming in[1]
   - Practice timing and muscle memory
   - Use weapons with fast ADS speed like Kar98k or AX-50[1]

3. Hardscoping: Traditional method of fully aiming down sights[1]
   - Best for long-range precision shots
   - Find strategic positions with clear lines of sight[1]

4. Drag scoping: Aim down sights and drag crosshair over target before firing[1]
   - Useful when enemy isn't directly in crosshair when ADS begins
   - Practice smooth, controlled movements[1]

== Positioning and Map Knowledge ==

- Use high ground and power positions for advantage[12]
- Learn common sniping spots and anticipate enemy locations[10]
- Utilize cover effectively (boxes, windows, walls)[10]
- Relocate after taking shots to avoid becoming an easy target[1]

== Movement and Tactics ==

- Practice strafing and jumping while aiming for aggressive play[4]
- Use smoke grenades for cover when moving or repositioning[8]
- In close quarters, consider hip-firing or quick melee attacks[12]
- For objective modes, use lower magnification optics to cap zones[12]

== Practice and Training ==

- Use private matches or training modes to practice aim[7]
- Focus on crosshair placement and target acquisition[7]
- Practice dragging your scope across moving targets[7]
- Work on timing your shots with weapon fire rates[13]

== Additional Tips ==

- Learn to estimate factors affecting bullet trajectory (range, wind, elevation)[3]
- Use your secondary weapon to finish off hit-marked enemies[8]
- Prioritize threats - focus on the most dangerous enemies first[7]
- Utilize scorestreaks like UAV to reveal enemy positions[12]
- Adjust sensitivity settings for precise aiming[13]

Remember, becoming an effective sniper takes practice and patience. Focus on improving your aim, positioning, and map awareness to excel in this role.

== References ==
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