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PUBG 7.62 weapon nerf analysis: Dragunov going into the coffin?
Inonix analyzes the performance changes of 7mm weapons, especially the Dragunov, after the PUBG patch. Contrary to expectations of 5mm weapon nerfs, 7mm weapons were nerfed, and the Dragunov no longer one-shots headshots within 50m. Through comparative analysis with other weapons such as the M16, Mutant, and SR, it is emphasized that there is no alternative to DMRs, and 5mm weapons are still a better choice. The importance of the level 3 helmet has increased, and the usability of the Mini14 has been re-evaluated.
1. 🔫 7mm Weapon Nerf: Dragunov Nerf Confirmed
- ✅ Contrary to expectations of 5mm weapon nerfs, 7mm weapons were nerfed.
- ✅ The Dragunov (Drag) does not instantly kill when shooting the head-body of a full HP target.
- ⚠️ It is not worth using except for early engagements.
00:00 - 01:19
1. 🔫 7mm Weapon Nerf: Dragunov Nerf Confirmed
- ✅ Contrary to expectations of 5mm weapon nerfs, 7mm weapons were nerfed.
- ✅ The Dragunov (Drag) does not instantly kill when shooting the head-body of a full HP target.
- ⚠️ It is not worth using except for early engagements.
01:20 - 02:34
2. 📉 Detailed Analysis of Dragunov Performance Changes
- ✅ The Dragunov can no longer eliminate enemies in one shot.
- ⚠️ The MK14's rate of fire has been nerfed by about 33% (not listed in the patch notes).
- ✅ Hidden nerfs exist that are not in the patch notes.
02:37 - 03:43
3. ⚔️ MK14 vs Mutant Comparative Analysis
- ⚠️ The Mutant has a very slow bullet velocity.
- ✅ It is better to use a DMR.
- ✅ Need to consider damage by distance.
03:45 - 04:29
4. 🎯 200m Distance Damage Test: MK14 vs Dragunov
- ✅ At 200m distance, the MK14 requires 6 body shots, and the Dragunov requires 5.
- ✅ Arm damage is the same as body damage.
04:30 - 05:47
5. 🛡️ Comparison of Number of Shots Required by Helmet Level
- ✅ The value of the level 3 helmet has increased.
- ✅ Level 2 helmets can be killed in two shots.
05:48 - 07:59
6. ⚖️ Final Conclusion: 7mm Weapon Nerf and DMR Irreplaceable
- ✅ The Mags is still a good choice.
- ✅ The M16 will no longer be used.
- ✅ 5mm weapons still have merit.
- ✅ The Dragunov does not one-shot headshots within 50m.
- ✅ There is no DMR replacement, and 5mm is better.
- ✅ The Mini14 has good bullet velocity and is highly usable.