Why do I suck at FPS games?!

I also play other genres than FPS (the main reason because I suck at them). I am quite good at 3rd person shooters online and multiplayer. GirlGamerDax

These are not my own "type" of FPS games, I'm more into shooters like Rage and Killzone. But sometimes it's not always your fault, the in-game controls and aiming sensitivity is sometimes a real annoyance. Whenever I play Killzone 3 online multiplayer I get the sense that lots of guys are using the same tactics I am, and I'm no expert at that game. So don't beat yourself up too much

i'm quite good at fps because thats all i play.

Not true. I've seen a lot of female gamers who are a lot better than the average guy gamer. Please don't be a sexist. GirlGamerDax

And it's not sexism, it's just statistics

More guys are interested in games and they spend more time with it than girls. Girls often play videogames just for fun and not for a real hobby but these kind of girls are seen as gamers in those statistics of yours. GirlGamerDax

EDIT: I read the opening post better, I hadn't seen the learning disorder part. This is actually pretty interesting. If I understand correctly you have trouble memorizing the layout of maps, is that correct? Does that mean the map remains unfamiliar to you no matter how long you play it?

Your learning disorder could have something to do with it. But, I would suggest practicing, like the other posters have suggested. Maybe try sticking with one game on either PC or Console (whichever one you feel more comfortable with).

[QUOTE="Black_Knight_00"] More guys are interested in games and they spend more time with it than girls, hence they are better at games. What are we disagreeing on, again?

EDIT: I read the opening post better, I hadn't seen the learning disorder part. This is actually pretty interesting. If I understand correctly you have trouble memorizing the layout of maps, is that correct? Does that mean the map remains unfamiliar to you no matter how long you play it?

Lucky_Krystal

You purposely say something about TC's gender just to set her off and spark an argument, then you admit to not having read and understood the initial message?

You just made yourself look really smart :lol:

Your learning disorder could have something to do with it. But, I would suggest practicing, like the other posters have suggested. Maybe try sticking with one game on either PC or Console (whichever one you feel more comfortable with).

More guys are interested in games and they spend more time with it than girls, hence they are better at games. What are we disagreeing on, again?

EDIT: I read the opening post better, I hadn't seen the learning disorder part. This is actually pretty interesting. If I understand correctly you have trouble memorizing the layout of maps, is that correct? Does that mean the map remains unfamiliar to you no matter how long you play it?

Black_Knight_00

You purposely say something about TC's gender just to set her off and spark an argument, then you admit to not having read and understood the initial message?

You just made yourself look really smart :lol:

So I have been playing FPS games for a few years. I've been a PC gamer for 1,5 years before that I used to play on PS3 for 3 years. I had MW2, BO2 and Bad Company 2 for my PS3. Because of my new PC I bought BO2 and BF3. But my problem is: why do I suck at FPS games? I was not as "bad" in MW2 on my PS3 than BO2 on my PC. Is it because I play on keyboard and mouse? Is it because Black Ops 2 and Modern Warfare 2 are two completely different games? I was really good at Bad Company 2 though but I suck at Battlefield 3. In Black Ops 2 I always land on the bottom of the player list. My k/d ratio is mostly around the 0.70. Something that I also have to tell: I got a non-verbal learning disorder. This means that I can't coordinate well through maps. I can't read maps and I can't really think logically with this kind of stuff. ^ Is it because of my disorder, my keyboard and mouse or that I just lack the skill? If so would you please give me some tips (I already looked up on Google for tips, none seems to work)GirlGamerDax

Firstly, don't worry about it.  If you become frustrated over it, then it may exacerbate the problem.  If you just play for fun, then don't even worry about kill/death ratios.  Sure, it's nice to have a decent ratio, but unless you plan to become very competitive, it's not a big deal.  :)

Now, switching from a gamepad to a mouse and keyboard can affect any kind of skill you built up as you adjust to the controls.  The other thing that should be remembered is that most console games have built in aim assist - even with games that offer the option to switch if off, there is still a partial aim assist, due to the mechanics of a controller.  When you move onto using a mouse and keyboard, the aim assist is no longer there to help you, so you have to be more responsive, and more accurate with your aim.  You just need to practice to refine your skill.

When it comes to your difficulty reading/memorising maps, I would say this is also holding you back slightly, though to what extent it is hard to judge.  Learning the layout of a map, and knowing where all of the good cover and 'choke' points are, can be critical in online multiplayer games.  Someone who has played the same maps regularly for a year is probably going to do much better against someone who only occasionally plays, because they will know where they should be going and what they should be doing to get the best advantage over their opponents.  Again, this comes with practice.

One way to learn maps and better play styles is to spectate the 'good' players.  See where they go, what they do, how they react to certain situations.  I did this before I played Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory, an objective-based multiplayer game released some years ago.  By spectating other players, the different classes, the maps, I was able to gain a much better understanding of how best to play.

So just take your time, but most of all, have fun.

That's what I also do in Battlefield 3. I get many points in Battlefield 3, but barely kills and lots of deaths (sometimes barely kills and barely deaths). GirlGamerDax

Map knowledge is extremely important for online FPSes. I don't mean to sound mean, but I don't know if this genre is really for you. Maybe you should try to play something more akin to L4D or Killing Floor due to the high coop reputation they have. Not only just in multiplayer-driven FPSes/shooters that forces you to learn the maps  to do well, but games with lives and continues have always forced players to learn the levels before they could beat them. Look at Battletoads.

Yes I have trouble memorizing the maps. I can memorize the visual parts of the map but not the roads and what the fastest way is etc,.....GirlGamerDax

I suck at BO2, but I was awesome at Dust 514 and CS:GO.

Exactly! ;)GirlGamerDax

You either do or you don't, can't really improve skill except for practice.

In terms of Battlefield skill important things to remember are:

1. Use the environment to your advantage (hiding, and using cover and so forth.  dont just run out in the open)
2. No when to hold em and when to fold em (don't be a hero that is destined to fail)
3. Talk to your squad mates constantly (where enemies are, if you are down, and so on), given that they are friends you are chatting with easily.

The modern FPS games are not all that strategy. I have played COD and other than the Strike Force missions, I see no use of strategy. Infact thefirst time I played COD:BOPS2 infront of my friends they laughed at me because I wanted to be tactical.

Welcome to my world. I avoid shooters like the plague.Allicrombie

it cant be that bad can it.