So many weapon choices in COD4!! a noob needs YOUR advice...

SO I finally took a good look at all the weapons in cod4 the other day and I'm kinda shocked. I like organizing weapons in my mind so that I know which ones are best suited for me and which ones I can just toss out. but this time around, a bunch of them seem VERY similar.

I obviously can sort out sniper rifles for far range and shotguns for up close. However, it gets so confusing to decide what assault rifles are best and which ones are good for upclose and the same applies for smgs. Then the AK-47 and M4 both seem to work well in upclose and I start to say to myself: wait a minute, arent shottys for that purpose? and then there's the m16 that seems good at mid-far range but I can also seem to kill midrange w/ things like the M4. And to top off all that confusion, there's those LMGs that seem to operate the same as AKs (like spray and pray kinda thing)

sorry for making you guys read all that :), but I just dont know what weapons to use anymore for certain purposes like upclose, mid range and far and what gun types are good. so could anyone give me some advice and tips?!?! thanks a BUNCH for anyone who decides to help me out here.

NOTE: this is written from a person who just barely started cod4 so if some of my thoughts on the weapons are incorrect, that's why, and I dont really wanna experiment w/ all the weapons since there seem to be so many..

again, thanks a bunch!!

Well, if you're just starting out, the M16 + Stopping Power + Red Dot Sight is a wonderful combination. Dutch_Mix

He's right, M16 w/RDS + Stopping Power isn't bad to start off with.

Well, if you're just starting out, the M16 + Stopping Power + Red Dot Sight is a wonderful combination. Dutch_Mix

yeah that's what a friend of mine reccomended. but when I tried it I got ripped apart in close quarters combat pretty badly...

and after I get use to M16, what would you recommend I move on to..

My personal fav gun in COD4 is the M4 Carbine with the red dot add on :)kozzy1234

Ditto. The M4 is good for close to mid range. And you can pick off someone who is at a further distance if they are camping.

[QUOTE="kozzy1234"]My personal fav gun in COD4 is the M4 Carbine with the red dot add on :)Deominator

Ditto. The M4 is good for close to mid range. And you can pick off someone who is at a further distance if they are camping.

Yup, i agree. Its very satisfying taking a sniper out from across the map with my M4 hehe :P

Ok thanks for all your advice guys.

quick thing, so from all the responses it seems that I should just stick w/ assault rifles for most of the game? or should I use like SMGs,etc?

M4 is only good for Hardcore

M16 is the best for everything else

if ur a tru g, ball out wit the ak 47 wit grenade launcer like a tru taliban.... aks the best gun overall in cod4 in my opinion

P90 w/ silenencer, GS63 with reddot, ak-74u with silenencer.

What i use.

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[QUOTE="kozzy1234"]My personal fav gun in COD4 is the M4 Carbine with the red dot add on :)kozzy1234

Ditto. The M4 is good for close to mid range. And you can pick off someone who is at a further distance if they are camping.

Yup, i agree. Its very satisfying taking a sniper out from across the map with my M4 hehe :P

Mmhmm. These guys speak the truth. But the M16 is also a great weapon that will get you through almost any situation. They both work well at almost any range. Just avoid the ACOG scopes and remember to fire in bursts if you're firing from further away with the M4.

Well, if you're just starting out, the M16 + Stopping Power + Red Dot Sight is a wonderful combination. Dutch_Mix

I like the AK-74u, the entire Russian gun series [47, 74u, RPD] all have amazing iron sights, so they are good with silencers or for RPD the foreward grip.The_SandRock

they all have horrible accuracy. RPD fires slow.

there is a perk where u can have 2 different guns like a shotty and a sniper rifle but i think u have to be around lvl 40+

[QUOTE="Dutch_Mix"]Well, if you're just starting out, the M16 + Stopping Power + Red Dot Sight is a wonderful combination. vi3tb0i4life

He's right, M16 w/RDS + Stopping Power isn't bad to start off with.

Well that combination is good, for noobs. If you decide to use that, don't even think for a second that you are "good". You can use it to get use to the game and stuff, once you're done w/ that, i'd move on and never even use that combo again. Just use different guns and feel around. Each one has its own recoil and fire rate, just find something you like.

http://www.infinityward.com/community/forum/index.php?topic=6818.0 < that may help you.

Also, i would recommend the MP5 + Silencer, Extreme Conditioning, UAV Jammer, and Steady Aim? You will never be seen on the radar if you use that, just learn how to shoot and not to be seen.

Stopping power is an amazing perk and is recommended to be used on almost all guns. Juggernaugt is a noob perk as for Martyrdom and Last Stand (don't even use those...skill > points. quit thinking of easy ways to get off by killing someone, if you actually have "skill" then you should be able to do it w/o a wusssy last oportunity.)

thanks for all your replies guys!!

I think I will continue using the M16 until I start performing better. and then I'll probably switch over to an AK47, M4, and try out the P90 and AK74. and yet still, I cant seem to differentiate between those 4 weapons, they all seem to just spray out bullets.. :P

and lastly, you guys dont reccomend shottys or LMGs for most situations right?

I like the AK-74u, the entire Russian gun series [47, 74u, RPD] all have amazing iron sights, so they are good with silencers or for RPD the foreward grip.The_SandRock

m16 far the best2pac_makaveli

cuhz ur a noob. m16 is a noob gun. it's too good and requires no skill

[QUOTE="The_SandRock"]I like the AK-74u, the entire Russian gun series [47, 74u, RPD] all have amazing iron sights, so they are good with silencers or for RPD the foreward grip.Nocturnal15

they all have horrible accuracy. RPD fires slow.

RPD is right up with the other god guns (M16, P90)

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[QUOTE="The_SandRock"]I like the AK-74u, the entire Russian gun series [47, 74u, RPD] all have amazing iron sights, so they are good with silencers or for RPD the foreward grip.Trickshot771

they all have horrible accuracy. RPD fires slow.

RPD is right up with the other god guns (M16, P90)

Yeah. You put grip on that puppy and you hold in your hands a miniature, bullet spraying, metallic jesus.

And could someone help me differentiate between the MP5, M4, AK47, AK74u, and P90?

they all seem to work well close-mid range and all fire full auto..(not exactly sure that the AK74 fires full auto)

And could someone help me differentiate between the MP5, M4, AK47, AK74u, and P90?

they all seem to work well close-mid range and all fire full auto..(not exactly sure that the AK74 fires full auto)

morpheusnj

I'm not sure what you're really asking here. And yes, the AK47 fires full auto.

The MP5 is more accurate over mid-range distances than the AK74u.

The M4 is a mid-long range assault rifle, more powerful than the MP5, AK74u, and P90 per single bullet. It is also more accurate over long distances.

The P90 is basically the best of those guns, and is considered a god/noob gun. It requires very little skill, and is heavily overpowered.

The AK47 is just... overall a bad gun.

[QUOTE="morpheusnj"]

And could someone help me differentiate between the MP5, M4, AK47, AK74u, and P90?

they all seem to work well close-mid range and all fire full auto..(not exactly sure that the AK74 fires full auto)

SteeleInd

I'm not sure what you're really asking here. And yes, the AK47 fires full auto.

The MP5 is more accurate over mid-range distances than the AK74u.

The M4 is a mid-long range assault rifle, more powerful than the MP5, AK74, and P90 per single bullet.

The P90 is basically the best of those guns, and is considered a god/noob gun. It requires very little skill, and is heavily overpowered.

The AK74 is just... overall a bad gun.

well I guess is it safe to say that:

the AK47 and MP5 both are very good at upclose and decent at mid range, but which one is better in upclose and at mid range?

the M4 is the most balanced for situations as it works well (not THE best) in close and mid range combat

and the P90 is just a OPed gun that is a "easy mode" button. :P

as a side note: would the M16 be the best weapon for mid ranged fighting?

well I guess is it safe to say that:

the AK47 and MP5 both are very good at upclose and decent at mid range, but which one is better in upclose and at mid range?

the M4 is the most balanced for situations as it works well (not THE best) in close and mid range combat

and the P90 is just a OPed gun that is a "easy mode" button. :P

as a side note: would the M16 be the best weapon for mid ranged fighting?

morpheusnj

Ok, the MP5 is better at close/mid range than the AK, in almost all aspects. The AK is more powerful, but it's alot less accurate, and fires at a much slower rate than the MP5.

The M4 is indeed balanced. And the M16 is the most commonly used, and arguably the easiest to use for mid-long range. However, if you can learn to use the G36 well, it's much better.

If the only gun you use is the m16 you are the definition of N00B, and I hate that word. Use different gun combos for different maps. I'll give you a run down of my favs.

Assault Rifles - Great all around weapons. If there is any doubt on what weapon to use in a given situation, an assault rifle is a good bet. The M16 is really a great gun, but I only use it on bigger maps like Strike or Overgrown. AK47 has some kick back but is very powerful. Use it on medium sided maps. MP4 is probably the most balanced weapon as far as close and long range use. I also like the G3 as another alternative for a ranged Assault Rifle.

SubMachine Guns - The biggest benefit from these guns is that they make you A LOT more mobile and quick. I tend to use them on maps that have a lot of twists, or alleyways. Basically any map where you can flank the enemy like backlot, district or downpour. My fav is the MP5 with silencer stopping power, extreme conditioning. The P90 and AK47u are good, but the MP5 has the best iron site IMO.

Light Machine Guns - Very powerful weapons with good range. Only problem is, your mobility is severely hindered with these giant guns. Use these in maps where mobility is not an issue, where you can stay put somewhere and just unload round after round at the enemy. My fav combo - RPD with grip, Juggernaught, Deep Impact

Sniper Rifles - I use these in big maps like crossfire and strike. i forget which sniper rifle is my fav, but it's the one right before the .50 cal on the list. I think without a doubt that one is that best. Thes sniper is a lot of fun just because of the amount of skill and patience it takes to use.

Shotguns - The Map Vacant was custom made for the Shotgun. You are guaranteed at least 10 kills with a shotty on that map. I prefer the second shotgun that shoots faster, but only holds 4 shells. I use Grip, Juggernaught and Martyrdom usually with it. I use it for fun on other maps like district also.

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[QUOTE="Dutch_Mix"]Well, if you're just starting out, the M16 + Stopping Power + Red Dot Sight is a wonderful combination. Spirit_Warriors

He's right, M16 w/RDS + Stopping Power isn't bad to start off with.

Well that combination is good, for noobs. If you decide to use that, don't even think for a second that you are "good". You can use it to get use to the game and stuff, once you're done w/ that, i'd move on and never even use that combo again. Just use different guns and feel around. Each one has its own recoil and fire rate, just find something you like.

http://www.infinityward.com/community/forum/index.php?topic=6818.0 < that may help you.

Also, i would recommend the MP5 + Silencer, Extreme Conditioning, UAV Jammer, and Steady Aim? You will never be seen on the radar if you use that, just learn how to shoot and not to be seen.

Stopping power is an amazing perk and is recommended to be used on almost all guns. Juggernaugt is a noob perk as for Martyrdom and Last Stand (don't even use those...skill > points. quit thinking of easy ways to get off by killing someone, if you actually have "skill" then you should be able to do it w/o a wusssy last oportunity.)

The M-16 is a great weapon.....people will downplay it, but u can use it...its in the game....i personally love the MP5 w/ a silencer, bandoiler, UAV jammer, and increased bullet damage (not stopping power) it just depends on wat gun(s) u likeLoneMercenary08

Juggernaugt is a noob perk as for Martyrdom and Last Stand (don't even use those...skill > points. quit thinking of easy ways to get off by killing someone, if you actually have "skill" then you should be able to do it w/o a wusssy last oportunity.)Spirit_Warriors

You know? I happen to think the exact opposite. If you have skills, you should never get your ass killed by some one using the Martyrdom and Last Stand perks. If that kind of behaviour bothers you, it's cuz you probably get killed a lot like that, which probably means u dont' have the real skills. I think, if they're there and you find them useful (I actually dont' like them, but because I think there much better perks), use them.

[QUOTE="LoneMercenary08"]The M-16 is a great weapon.....people will downplay it, but u can use it...its in the game....i personally love the MP5 w/ a silencer, bandoiler, UAV jammer, and increased bullet damage (not stopping power) it just depends on wat gun(s) u likesteveslugga

I'm not positive, but I think UAV jammer only protects you from being seen on the UAV, and if you don't have a silencer you'll still appear when you shoot.

The description for it is pretty vague and doesn't address this one way or the other, I just use a silencer to be safe.

The weapon doesn't matter half as much as where you hit the enemy. Keeps your sights at chest level or head level while roaming the map so when you see someone you don't shoot their legs or something. Cause if that happens, you will die before you correct your sights. Guaranteed.

Also, everyone on here that says that any gun or perk is for noobs only cracks me up. I'll use my M16 all day long and win all day long. Am I a noob? Also, I will never give up my gold guns for some stupid symbol next to my name, so maybe I am and always will be a level 55 noob.

NOOBS RULE!

If anyone wants to get killed by a noob on free-for-all, don't be afraid to ask.