Whether you're grinding ranked or going for the chicken dinner, mastering the shooting mechanics in PUBG Mobile is essential. It’s not just about firing bullets it’s about how, when, and where to shoot. This guide covers all the critical tips to help you shoot smarter and more effectively.
 

1. Lower Your Sensitivity

Most new players use high sensitivity thinking it helps with quick reflexes but it usually just leads to poor aim. If you overshoot your target or can't move your crosshair from the shoulder to the head smoothly, your sensitivity is likely too high.

Here’s what you should do:

• Lower your general camera and ADS sensitivity.
• Test by turning 360° on your screen; if it takes you less than 25-30 cm of finger movement, lower it.
• Use your arm, wrist, and fingers for aiming not just your wrist.
• Stick with the new settings for a few days, not just a few games. It takes time to adjust.

Why it matters:

Low sensitivity gives you better tracking, better recoil control, and more consistent headshots especially at mid to long range.

2. Master Your Firing Modes

Each gun in PUBG Mobile has different firing modes single, burst, and auto. Use them wisely:

• Single Fire: Best for long-range engagements. Tap with control for accurate shots (e.g., DMRs or M16A4).
• Auto Fire: Only use at close to mid-range. Great for close combat and rushing buildings.
• Burst Fire (like the M16A4): Can be effective mid-range, but requires good rhythm and timing.

Pro tip: Decide before the fight starts which mode you'll use. Set your secondary weapon (like UMP or M416) to full auto for close quarters, and keep your main (like Mini14 or SCAR-L) on single for range.

3. Aim for the Right Body Parts

Knowing where to shoot increases your kill speed dramatically.

• Head: Always aim for the head. It gives the highest damage, especially with sniper rifles or DMRs.
• Chest: If headshots are too hard in a fight, chest is the next best target. Still offers solid damage and is easier to hit.
• Avoid limbs: Legs and arms do minimal damage. Don’t waste your shots there.

Practice keeping your crosshair at head level when moving and pre-aiming around corners.

4. Understand Each Weapon

Every weapon has its own recoil, fire rate, and bullet drop.

Some key examples:

• M416: Stable, low recoil great for beginners and pros alike.
• AKM: High damage, high recoil deadly if you can master the spray.
• Mini14: Low recoil, fast bullet speed perfect for medium-long range.
• SKS: High recoil space out your shots or you'll miss most of them.
• Snipers: Use them patiently. Don’t shoot moving targets unless you're very confident wait for clean shots.

Test your weapons in the training ground to get used to their spray patterns and tap rhythms.

5. Learn Bullet Mechanics

PUBG Mobile simulates bullet physics: drop and travel time.

• Bullets drop over distance you need to aim above your target for very long-range shots.
• Bullets take time to travel aim ahead of moving targets.
• With higher scopes (4x, 6x, 8x), bullet drop is more noticeable.
• Each gun has different bullet speed test and memorize how much to lead or raise your aim.

Zeroing distance can help with this, but most players get used to it with practice instead of adjusting zeroing every time.

6. Always Think Before You Shoot

One of the most important lessons: just because you see someone doesn't mean you should shoot.

Ask yourself:

• Are you sure you can finish the kill?
• Are there others nearby who will hear your shots?
• Are you in cover or exposed?

Smart players wait for the right moment like when the enemy stops to loot or revive and then go for the clean kill.

7. Control the Recoil

Recoil is the enemy of accuracy, especially during full-auto fire. To control it:

• Pull down gently on your screen while spraying.
• Use crouch or prone to reduce recoil.
• Stick to guns you’re comfortable spraying with (like M416 or SCAR-L).
• Avoid overflicking; smoother tracking gives better results.

Practice in the training ground until you can consistently hit targets at various distances with auto fire.

8. Don’t Forget Movement

Standing still and firing makes you an easy target. But you also don’t want to spray wildly while running.

• Strafe while tapping or bursting at medium range.
• Go prone or crouch when sniping or holding a tight angle.
• Jump + shoot in close quarters to throw off enemy aim.

9. Improve Your Crosshair Placement

This is a subtle but powerful habit.

• Always keep your crosshair at chest or head height as you move.
• When entering a room, have your aim already placed where someone might be.
• Don’t aim at the ground or sky while moving that’s wasted time in a fight.

10. Practice, Adjust, Repeat

To get better at shooting, you have to:

• Practice daily in training mode and TDM.
• Use the same sensitivity and layout across games to build muscle memory.
• Try other FPS games like Call of Duty Mobile, but keep your settings consistent.
• Watch replays to see why you missed shots did you panic, overflick, or misjudge the distance?

To shoot effectively in PUBG Mobile, lower your sensitivity for better control, master each gun's firing mode and recoil pattern, and aim primarily for the head or chest to maximize damage. Understand bullet mechanics like drop and travel time, and only shoot when you're confident you can finish the kill without exposing yourself. Practice smooth movement, crosshair placement, and recoil control in training mode regularly. Success in gunfights comes from patience, precision, and consistent practice not just fast reflexes.