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#feedback

12/4/2014 11:53:49 PM
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Shotgun damage too weak in PvE, maybe bugged?

I only recently started using shotguns so I don't know if this is a bug but shotgun damage is pretty underwhelming in PvP. Additionally, when I aim, it seems only one pellet ever hits for precision damage? I don't know if it is a bug. In any case, wherever I looked for people discussing if shotgun are viable for PvE, universally people were saying Fusion Rifles and Snipers simply are better in terms of utility while doing similar damage so... [b]Suggestion:[/b] To compensate for the very high risk, low range gameplay of shotguns, I think their damage should be buffed in PvE. I think a point blank "on the weak spot" shotgun shot should do more damage than a sniper headshot for example. Hard to provide numbers as damage from pellets is hard to see but from limited tests it seems, for Found Verdict and Ice Breaker, shotgun precision damage was about 2000 + pellet dmg vs 2500 for icebreaker precision damage on a goblin I believe. Really hinders the incentive to use a shotgun when the alternatives do seemingly more damage more easily. Am I the only one that thinks this? Post below or Like if you think shotguns need a slight or moderate PvE dmg buff to become a viable strategic PvE weapon of choice!

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    • Edited by Lord Yesua: 12/5/2014 9:19:53 AM
      You must be crazy. Shotguns kill at very close range in one hit. At a short distance, shotgun plus melee is a kill. Two blasts of a shotgun is a kill in cqc. It is designed for cqc and many players use it to great effect. If anything, shotguns and FR are OP. They are basically instant kills for noobs.The point is you have to get in close to play with them. Most players use a shotgun and autorifle combo for a spray and pray technique. Edit: O_o .... oh ... he said PvE ... woops

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