Question is simple. The DMR has the same kill time as the magnum and carbine (1.2 s), faster than the BR (by a few milliseconds) and only the LightRifle (scoped for first 2 shots, then either scoped or unscoped) has a faster kill time. Also, it’s the only weapon with a 3x scope, and it has the longest red reticule range (RRR) scoped or unscoped than any weapon.
So, by this data, on paper at least, we could say that the DMR is overall the best precision in the game, with the LightRifle a very close second, but the DMR is a little more versatile overall due to it’s fire rate and better scope.
We could extrapolate further and say that the best Standard Weapon combo or ‘loadout’ (quotes on purpose here) is the DMR/STORM RIFLE or perhaps LightRifle/STORM RIFLE.
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> The data doesn’t lie. The DMR is by far the best precision weapon. Just look at how EG was tearing up CLG with the DMR in game 7 of the X-Games final.
Oh shoot I missed that but have been hearing about it. I gotta watch that then. Is there a replay posted online?
When you compare the base level weapons it has a decided advantage over the BR with the Recon sight, and probably the Lightrifle as the DMR seems more forgiving with a better rate of fire.
I think the DMR feels the best. But I’d say the carbine is objectively the best precision weapon simply based on the margin of error regarding time to kill. It’s perfect TTK is roughly equal to the rest of the precision weapons, but you’re punished less time-wise for missed shots simply because of how fast it can fire.
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> “Level 6 Reqs are now available” Music to my ear holes. DMR is my go to in WZ.
Yeah, playing mostly in Arena and having mostly equal access to precisions, I at first thought that Req Level 6 for DMR is too high. But it is just so accurate and has tons of range, that the last few times I’ve played I’ve definitely agreed with the devs! I even had a post discussing that it is so much better than a sentinel BR, which in theory should have more range and power per shot (although burst/recoil effects this)
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> I think the DMR feels the best. But I’d say the carbine is objectively the best precision weapon simply based on the margin of error regarding time to kill. It’s perfect TTK is roughly equal to the rest of the precision weapons, but you’re punished less time-wise for missed shots simply because of how fast it can fire.
I see what you are saying with the carbine, and that is true. However, it is countered by the fact that precisions with that high of a fire rate are harder to use, the fast pulls of the trigger subtely can affect your aiming. This is why I feel 3-shotting someone with the LightRifle is far easier than 7-shotting someone with a carbine, even though their scope has the same magnification.
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> When you compare the base level weapons it has a decided advantage over the BR with the Recon sight, and probably the Lightrifle as the DMR seems more forgiving with a better rate of fire.
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> > I think the DMR feels the best. But I’d say the carbine is objectively the best precision weapon simply based on the margin of error regarding time to kill. It’s perfect TTK is roughly equal to the rest of the precision weapons, but you’re punished less time-wise for missed shots simply because of how fast it can fire.
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> I see what you are saying with the carbine, and that is true. However, it is countered by the fact that precisions with that high of a fire rate are harder to use, the fast pulls of the trigger subtely can affect your aiming. This is why I feel 3-shotting someone with the LightRifle is far easier than 7-shotting someone with a carbine, even though their scope has the same magnification.
Fair enough. I get where you’re coming from. I guess it comes down to feel for most players and how they individually perform with each precious weapon. For me I actually have an easier time with a carbine 7 shot than a light rifle 3 shot. (Or at least it seems to feel that way to me)
The OP asked for an objective answer. My own logic for what is objective is in the context assumes the guns are all fired with near perfect accuracy, and then judges them all relative to each other in the context of each shot missed. While do you have to land more shot to kill with a carbine, you are still punished less for each missed when near perfect accuracy is the primary factor for comparison.
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> > > I think the DMR feels the best. But I’d say the carbine is objectively the best precision weapon simply based on the margin of error regarding time to kill. It’s perfect TTK is roughly equal to the rest of the precision weapons, but you’re punished less time-wise for missed shots simply because of how fast it can fire.
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> > I see what you are saying with the carbine, and that is true. However, it is countered by the fact that precisions with that high of a fire rate are harder to use, the fast pulls of the trigger subtely can affect your aiming. This is why I feel 3-shotting someone with the LightRifle is far easier than 7-shotting someone with a carbine, even though their scope has the same magnification.
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> Fair enough. I get where you’re coming from. I guess it comes down to feel for most players and how they individually perform with each precious weapon. For me I actually have an easier time with a carbine 7 shot than a light rifle 3 shot. (Or at least it seems to feel that way to me)
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> The OP asked for an objective answer. My own logic for what is objective is in the context assumes the guns are all fired with near perfect accuracy, and then judges them all relative to each other in the context of each shot missed. While do you have to land more shot to kill with a carbine, you are still punished less for each missed when near perfect accuracy is the primary factor for comparison.
Very true. But the dmr has better range. So dmr carbine and light rifle can all have legitimate arguments, but range of dmr does give it a slight edge fir overall usefulness
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> > The data doesn’t lie. The DMR is by far the best precision weapon. Just look at how EG was tearing up CLG with the DMR in game 7 of the X-Games final.
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> Oh shoot I missed that but have been hearing about it. I gotta watch that then. Is there a replay posted online?
Yup the whole game is on the mlg yotube channel. On my phone so dont have a link.
I agree. The DMR is not only precise but fast, controlled and a total beast. Especially the Sentinel DMR with the silencer. Also, a damage boost with a DMR makes It a fast and precise mini sniper which is simply, OP.
Personally I don’t like it ( bad taste in mouth from reach) but that’s just me. I don’t see myself intentionally using it since I finished my UNSC mastery
