I dunno, I see a lot more pulse rifles and hand cannons, but that's all anecdotal anyway. If you're struggling against shotgunners, equip a sidearm or fusion rifle and play at a slightly longer range. You'll shut them down before they can get close enough to kill you.
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On an open map I can see that strategy.
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Sure, shotguns shine on maps that are more conducive to CQC. But even then you can counter them. Try out a sidearm or fusion rifle and be more cautious on corners.