Despite recent advances in weapons technology, the older G2A4 semi-automatic rifle remains a favorite of special forces units due to its high damage and extremely precise fire—a testament to its high level of craftsmanship.
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The G2A4 Rifle really shines during long- and mid-range engagements. Equip it with a Suppressor and sneak around the map while silently picking off enemy Pilots and minions, delivering lethal headshots from a distance.
Strengths:
Can quickly drop Pilots and minions with one shot to the head
Weaknesses:
Small magazine capacity
Weapon Performance
Magazine Capacity: 14
Weapon Unlock: Level 18
Kill Shot Count
Weapon Attachments
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Iron Sights
Factory issue gunsights are cheap and reliable, but visibility through them can be somewhat limited.
Default Weapon Sight
Holosight
The Holosight’s optics are fixed at a 2.1X zoom factor. The sight picture is designed to induce tighter visual perception, making it effective both at range and in close quarters. The Holosight is equipped with an integrated ammunition readout.
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HCOG
The Holographic Combat Optical Gunsight has an open sight picture, making it easier to acquire and track targets, particularly in the vertical. The gunsight is fixed at 1.85X magnification, and includes integrated ammunition readouts.
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AOG
The AOG, or Advanced Optical Gunsight, is fixed at 2.4X magnification, and includes an integrated “current magazine capacity” readout with a backup numerical display. The AOG is ideal for combat at extended range.
If It Moves… (III) Challenge: Kill 50 Enemies
Weapon Mods
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Extended Magazine
This mod increases the ammo capacity of the weapon, making it so that you don’t have to reload as often.
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Match Trigger
This mod allows you to fire the weapon as fast as you can pull the trigger. This lets you smoothly transition between firing precise single shots at range and firing rapidly at close quarters.
This mod reduces the firing noise and muzzle flash of the weapon, making it ideal for taking your enemies by surprise.
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Field Notes
The G2A4 Rifle is the old school weapon in the mix of weapons. It is the only semi-automatic weapon in the game and does high damage but has a low magazine capacity. With its high accuracy, this weapon is great for long-range battles.
Against Pilots this weapon is most used for longer-range battles, so keep your distance and pick off Pilots in the distance. With its semi-automatic functionality you’ll have to be extremely accurate with your aim. At close range, prepare to tap your trigger as fast as you can.
The smaller magazine makes this weapon less effective against minions. You don’t want to get ambushed by a Pilot when you’re taking out minions since you’ll most likely run out of ammo and have to reload. If you’re going to kill Grunts or Spectres, keep your distance and watch out for incoming Pilots.
The Match Trigger mod is an excellent way to increase your rate of fire, but it also allows you to fire rapidly in a close-quarter battle. Attaching the Suppressor is also the best way to keep your position hidden on the minimap when firing.