not to mention the opponent always strafing

update, just went 25/9 with level 3 shotguns, nothing wrong here

Chromosome shot guns were too strong

a guy in my corp named Khomplex usually out scores the rest of us in a Winmatar light frame and a shotgun. He went 35/3 last night in Manus Peak skirmish.

This is my first forum post. Please be gentle :-)

I use the shotgun exclusively and am thereby compelled to post feedback in response to hearsay (i.e. "my shotgunner buddy said its fine") and single-sample observation (i.e. "just went 10 and 2 so it must be OK.").

I share OP's sentiment. The shotgun is indeed less effective in its role. A CQC-oriented merc would be better served by the Tac AR or an SMG. Apart from the debatable issues of roles and balance, certain mechanics new to Uprising are also at issue:

1) Shotgun Hit Detection - Shots on target and in range frequently fail to register. This is most observable when hipfiring while strafing. Chromosome computed fast-paced, CQC engagements without issue; this detection problem is new and exclusive to Uprising.

2) Shotgun Trigger/Fire Delay - This delay was nearly imperceptible in Chromosome and is substantial in Uprising. The delay seems to fluctuate, ranging from annoying (I have to lead my target and often miss) to obscene (I can't hit a heavy from spitting distance if he waddles to-and-fro).

Thank you for the opportunity to share my two cents.

-Shotty

When I run into Shotgunners and they're lucking enough to actually land a hit on me, We trade Point Blank, My Duvolle TAC wins everytime