Fire of Prometheus
DUST University
Ivy League
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Posted - 2013.09.01 15:46:00 -
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Having used both the assault rifle (at a proto level) and the mass driver (at a basic level) I can honestly say they both have their strengths and weaknesses. I will elaborate (NOTE: I am comparing the weapons in general not specific stats)
Assault rifle:
-full automatic (can be purchased as burst and semi auto)
-does better at medium to close range (it's intended ranges)
- suffers a little when in shotgun range (about 5 metres)
-easiest weapon to get used to because it is used in almost every FPS
-effective in most battlefield scenarios
Mass Driver:
-semi automatic
-explosive weapon used for area denial or to take out numerous enemies in minimal shots
-intended for medium range combat (it is effective at most ranges)
-slightly more effective in CQC than at a longer range
-suffers when it does not have a height advantage
-comes in 3 variants, basic (medium damage, medium blast radius), breach(high damage, small blast radius), and assault(low damage, high blast radius)
So, people complain about the AR being used so much because it is easier to use. Wrong, it is used so much because everyone knows how to use one because almost every FPS starts you off with a basic AR.
People complain about mass drivers because they are also being used by many people. Granted their intended role is area denial and suppressive fire, players have found that it is also effective at being used like a shotgun.
Both weapons have their advantages and weaknesses, it's the players that know how to play to their weapons strengths that will dominate using said weapons. |
Fire of Prometheus
DUST University
Ivy League
266
|
Posted - 2013.09.01 15:55:00 -
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Thang Bausch wrote:Fire of Prometheus wrote:
So, people complain about the AR being used so much because it is easier to use. Wrong, it is used so much because everyone knows how to use one because almost every FPS starts you off with a basic AR.
The other reason that people use AR's a lot is because it is probably the most diverse weapon. It can still be used to some effect at medium range, and sprays bullets from the hip while dancing with an enemy in CQC like a less effective SMG. With my logi fit, the AR means I don't miss a sidearm to augment the short comings of my primary weapon.
I noted that it is "effective in most combat situations" but "suffers at shotgun range (about 5 metres)"
Meaning, it is very versatile but lacks a bit in CQC situations :)
I am also a logi (however I use amarr logi) and find the AR has saved me on more than one occasion when I ran into those pesky scouts that love to get in your face.....although an SMG is better for CQC situations. |