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Hey everyone.
So before christmas I played my first game, came on here, asked questions. Since then I've spentt a lot for time reading, researching and poking then went off and played some more. I've played at 2 sites now, both full days of play as well as with some people locally through a client that I met through work. I've sampled a few different RIFs, run into problems, found what I like, what I don't and now I've got some questions.
Firstly. what effects trigger response in an AEG? I see quite a few people commenting on trigger response but I am yet to work out how to change it. I found with a few RIFs, there is a noticeable delay in pulling the trigger and the little ball making the man put his hand up, actually to the point where the ball doesn't hit the man. Yes, I am new, so some of that is my ability in leading targets and what not, but sometimes it's noticeable.
What effects range besides the hop up? After trying rental RIFs and other peoples RIFs I've noticed quite the difference in pellet pushing power. Learning to play has been interesting, finding the correct place to attack from is tricky but I've found it's made harder by a RIF that can't shoot further than a NERF gun. I find that guns that 'chrono' the same (or similar) can behave quite differently.
On this point, what is a good effective range for a RIF? I mean what ranges should you expect one to get? what is considered 'standard, poor and good'?
I initially wanted a pistol, as I am not really a gun person. I am sorry to say I don't think they are particularly cool, a pistol seemed like a nice economical option for gameplay, the plan was to HPA tap it and then have fun that way, however after asking questions and being told it was a poor idea (although I must admit, I would still love to try it) I went back to the drawing board and played some more, tried some more weapons and have resided to the fact that I need an AEG RIF to be competitive, not only to keep me in the game, but to support my team as best I can. I am aware the GBB RIFs can be quite unreliable, inconsistent and quite expensive to maintain but, similarly to the pistols, appeal to me on a mechanical level, but the competitive nature of the hobby has driven me to seek out an AEG. I do still find myself browsing websites looking at GBB pistols in bright colours getting excited over the concept of vaulting a barrier while 'popping off' suppressing shots like a slightly heavy set and ungainly neon Jean-Claude Van Damn before stumbling, dropping the objective and getting pelted with spherical plastic. If anyone did know of a way that running a pistol as a primary wouldn't be the equivalent of throwing trifle at the opposing players, please PM me.
I think I've found a RIF that I would like to purchase, the G&G TR4 CQB-H EBB DST but obviously I am unable to test it. How do I go about working out if it is the right RIF for me? Visually the gun hits the right points, the stock looks a little unusual and the tan colour means I can lay a think layer of primer before I paint so I won't lose a lot of small detail, I don't intend on keeping it looking like a real weapon, I would like to paint it purple and orange. It has a metal body which will be sturdy, plus have a nice weight to it so it will feel a bit more exciting and, while I am not a gun person, the recoil aspect, no matter how small the effect, will hopefully add a little bit more fun and perhaps challenge, if there is any physical effect of course. The hand guard, while ugly, gives me a chance to change something about the gun as time goes on, with a rail kit. It also is currently on sale, and that is a large draw, a higher quality gun a lower price. However this sale price seems due to the fact it is a 'gen 2' and hasn't got a mosfet, but there is no denying its reduced price is a factor.
The thing is, these things don't tell me how the RIF performs? Is there any way of know what will be the right pea shooter for me? RIFs are quite a lot of money for what I can't help but see as a toy gun and I just wonder are there any lemons on the market and could I be making a terrible mistake? Part of me wants to save up and go for a more expensive RIF like the VFC Umarex HK416D which, while looking even more like a real weapon, seems to be of higher quality, but does that mean it would massively outperform the TR4?
Currently my skill level is still beginner and I highly doubt I would outpace any RIF on the market, my tactics need work and my bad guy spotting ability fuzzy at best but that doesn't mean I don't want a RIF that isn't competitive and a great platform to build on. I just wondered what your thoughts are on mid range RIFs and buying my first one. I am finding myself slightly torn.
So before christmas I played my first game, came on here, asked questions. Since then I've spentt a lot for time reading, researching and poking then went off and played some more. I've played at 2 sites now, both full days of play as well as with some people locally through a client that I met through work. I've sampled a few different RIFs, run into problems, found what I like, what I don't and now I've got some questions.
Firstly. what effects trigger response in an AEG? I see quite a few people commenting on trigger response but I am yet to work out how to change it. I found with a few RIFs, there is a noticeable delay in pulling the trigger and the little ball making the man put his hand up, actually to the point where the ball doesn't hit the man. Yes, I am new, so some of that is my ability in leading targets and what not, but sometimes it's noticeable.
What effects range besides the hop up? After trying rental RIFs and other peoples RIFs I've noticed quite the difference in pellet pushing power. Learning to play has been interesting, finding the correct place to attack from is tricky but I've found it's made harder by a RIF that can't shoot further than a NERF gun. I find that guns that 'chrono' the same (or similar) can behave quite differently.
On this point, what is a good effective range for a RIF? I mean what ranges should you expect one to get? what is considered 'standard, poor and good'?
I initially wanted a pistol, as I am not really a gun person. I am sorry to say I don't think they are particularly cool, a pistol seemed like a nice economical option for gameplay, the plan was to HPA tap it and then have fun that way, however after asking questions and being told it was a poor idea (although I must admit, I would still love to try it) I went back to the drawing board and played some more, tried some more weapons and have resided to the fact that I need an AEG RIF to be competitive, not only to keep me in the game, but to support my team as best I can. I am aware the GBB RIFs can be quite unreliable, inconsistent and quite expensive to maintain but, similarly to the pistols, appeal to me on a mechanical level, but the competitive nature of the hobby has driven me to seek out an AEG. I do still find myself browsing websites looking at GBB pistols in bright colours getting excited over the concept of vaulting a barrier while 'popping off' suppressing shots like a slightly heavy set and ungainly neon Jean-Claude Van Damn before stumbling, dropping the objective and getting pelted with spherical plastic. If anyone did know of a way that running a pistol as a primary wouldn't be the equivalent of throwing trifle at the opposing players, please PM me.
I think I've found a RIF that I would like to purchase, the G&G TR4 CQB-H EBB DST but obviously I am unable to test it. How do I go about working out if it is the right RIF for me? Visually the gun hits the right points, the stock looks a little unusual and the tan colour means I can lay a think layer of primer before I paint so I won't lose a lot of small detail, I don't intend on keeping it looking like a real weapon, I would like to paint it purple and orange. It has a metal body which will be sturdy, plus have a nice weight to it so it will feel a bit more exciting and, while I am not a gun person, the recoil aspect, no matter how small the effect, will hopefully add a little bit more fun and perhaps challenge, if there is any physical effect of course. The hand guard, while ugly, gives me a chance to change something about the gun as time goes on, with a rail kit. It also is currently on sale, and that is a large draw, a higher quality gun a lower price. However this sale price seems due to the fact it is a 'gen 2' and hasn't got a mosfet, but there is no denying its reduced price is a factor.
The thing is, these things don't tell me how the RIF performs? Is there any way of know what will be the right pea shooter for me? RIFs are quite a lot of money for what I can't help but see as a toy gun and I just wonder are there any lemons on the market and could I be making a terrible mistake? Part of me wants to save up and go for a more expensive RIF like the VFC Umarex HK416D which, while looking even more like a real weapon, seems to be of higher quality, but does that mean it would massively outperform the TR4?
Currently my skill level is still beginner and I highly doubt I would outpace any RIF on the market, my tactics need work and my bad guy spotting ability fuzzy at best but that doesn't mean I don't want a RIF that isn't competitive and a great platform to build on. I just wondered what your thoughts are on mid range RIFs and buying my first one. I am finding myself slightly torn.
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