Written By Deepti Ratnam
Published By: Deepti Ratnam | Published: Sep 22, 2024, 09:40 AM (IST)
In Call of Duty (COD) Mobile, mastering close combat is essential for dominating the battlefield, especially in smaller maps or fast-paced modes like Team Deathmatch. Winning these intense encounters requires quick reflexes, strategy, and the right loadout. Also Read: Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Leak Hints At Nintendo Switch 2 Release SOON!
For close combat, fast-firing weapons like submachine guns (SMGs) or shotguns are ideal. SMGs like the Fennec, QQ9, or the MX9 offer high fire rates, quick reload times, and mobility, allowing you to move fast and spray bullets accurately. Also Read: From Call of Duty to Apex Legends: Vince Zampella’s Lasting Impact on Shooters
Hip firing, or shooting without aiming down sights (ADS), is a must in close combat. ADS can slow you down, especially in tight spaces where enemies can appear quickly. Hip fire allows for quicker shots while maintaining mobility. Also Read: Vince Zampella, Creator of Call of Duty and Titanfall, Passes Away at 55: How the Gaming World Is Remembering Him
Tactical grenades are invaluable in close combat. Flashbangs and stun grenades can blind or disorient enemies, giving you a critical advantage in close quarters. Throw a stun grenade before entering a room or tight space to slow down enemies and make them easy targets.
Movement is key in close combat. Strafe, slide, and jump constantly to make yourself a harder target. Sliding is particularly effective when rounding corners or when rushing enemies. Sliding into cover or around an enemy lets you fire shots while staying hard to hit.
In COD Mobile, pre-firing—shooting as you turn a corner—can give you the edge. This technique is effective when you suspect an enemy is nearby but can’t see them yet. Pre-firing ensures you’re already shooting by the time they come into view, catching them off guard.
Selecting the right perks is another way to gain an edge in close combat. Equip perks like Lightweight to improve mobility or Fast Recover to regenerate health faster. Hardline is another perk that helps you build scorestreaks faster.