Sniper Elite 5 is the latest installment of the Sniper Elite franchise. The realism of the sniping simulation, combined with the open-world gameplay, has made it a hit with gamers around the world. The newest version sticks to the formula that has made the games so successful, with a few twists. The game is challenging, and you are never far from getting found out and killed. You must be patient to beat the levels because AI is very sophisticated.
While this can be intimidating for newer players, it doesn’t mean you won’t find something to love in the game. However, even if you’re a first-time player, there are some tips to make it a little easier on yourself. Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran, here are some tips and tricks to beat the nazis.
Silencer
During the game, for the most part, you want to do everything you can to avoid fighting in close quarters. You get in these fights by being seen or heard by the enemy, and they come chasing after you. To avoid this, you should be as stealthy as possible. Hide in the shadows, sneak behind equipment or debris, and remain out of sight until it is time to kill the enemy. When it comes time to kill, use your trusty silencer to do it without getting heard. You should take one on every mission without exception. At your loadout, you can get customized silencers for your weapons. Always choose the quietest one.
Don’t Underestimate Loadouts
Each mission requires a unique set of weapons and equipment to be successful. There is a strategy that will yield success, and you need to follow it. For example, you will need to have knowledge of the pattern your enemy follows and its weaknesses. The other part of your strategy is your loadout. The loadout is at the beginning of each mission, and it’s where you choose your weapons and equipment. You’ll need to protect yourself and have the right firepower to be successful.
Being strategic with your load-outs often means balancing the strengths and weaknesses of your weapons. For example, you should have a silenced weapon on every mission. However, a silenced weapon doesn’t do as much damage or fire as far. Therefore, you will need to get up closer to an enemy to kill them. As you go through the game, you will unlock different options that you can play with. For each mission, find what works best and use it to your advantage.
Choose Your Path
One of the great things about Sniper Elite 5 is that there is never a single way to approach a mission. Yes, there are strategies that will make it easier, but you are free to choose whether to sneak around out of sight or go in guns blazing. It’s important to keep that in mind as you go through your missions. You will need the right strategy with the right mission to make it easier. If something isn’t working for you, then try a different approach. Keep in mind that the AI is sophisticated, so it detects when you choose the same strategy for each mission.
Stealth takes patience. It may sound strange, but it can be hard to wait on your enemies to move so that you can move. That said, going in and firing away is dangerous, as you are all alone. You don’t want to find yourself in an area that’s teeming with enemies. Be flexible in your approach and you will find success.
Invading Players
Sniper Elite 5 introduced something new to the franchise. Namely, it has a feature where a player can enter your storyline and try to kill you. This is very cool but also very frustrating. Because these are humans, they don’t behave as the AI players do. There’s no real tip to get on how to beat them. If they have already completed the mission, they’ll know the paths you can take and where to ambush you and kill you. The best option is to stay where you are and let them come to you. That way, you can turn the tables.
You can also hide the bodies of the enemies you kill. That way, the invading player won’t have an idea of where you are to sneak up and kill you. It’s very hard to kill an invading player, so you’ve got to be smart and you’ve got to be skilled.
Prone Position
Sniper Elite 5 prides itself on realism. When you are sniping from far away, you’ll have to account for things like the wind, gravity, and even your heart rate. Lining up a shot is hard, and you’ll have to practice to get good at it. Standing up to line up your shot makes it even harder because of your heart rate and the swaying of your weapon. Try going prone. It will stabilize your weapon and make getting the headshot you’re looking for easier. Remember, you will get discovered when taking a shot, so have your escape plan ready.
Sniper Elite 5 is a challenging game with many different mechanics you need to master to be successful. The game looks great and has realistic bullet cams and an open world to allow you to explore and experiment. However, it can be rough for a first-timer. Use these tips to beat your missions and defeat the enemy.
