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==Tactics== |
==Tactics== |
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+ | Despite being the most inaccurate weapon in the game, the MG42 packs a high damage per second rating, making it invaluable during large horde attacks. Its slow reload speed, however, puts its wielder in great danger, so support from other survivors is recommended, as is having a gear item that can boost the weapon's reload speed, such as a [[bandolier]]. |
| + | Unlike most heavy weapons, the MG42 does not carry a move speed penalty, meaning that the wielder can evacuate quickly if needed. This is a benefit for [[fighter]]s, who are already slow to begin with. |
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| − | As it has a very low accuracy, it is best to equip it by a [[fighter]], increasing drastically its accuracy and so its DPS, which makes it a great weapon for clearing hordes of zombies. |
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| − | However, its very slow reload speed can put the survivor in great danger if this one is out of ammo, so support from other survivors is recommended as well as a reloading gear. If the survivor wielding the MG42 is a recon and wears a reloading gear, this one can run away to reload safely and deal with the zombies alone as this weapon does not have any movement penalty unlike other [[Heavy weapon|Heavy Weapons]]. |
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| − | To sum up, this weapon is considered one of the most powerful weapons in the game if held in the hands of a [[fighter]], a [[recon]] or a [[leader]]. |
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===Recommended gear=== |
===Recommended gear=== |
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| − | [[Weapon Cleaning Tools]] to improve its horrendous accuracy. |
+ | * [[Weapon Cleaning Tools]] to improve its horrendous accuracy. |
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| + | * [[Bandolier]]s reduce the amount of time needed to reload the weapon. |
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===Pros=== |
===Pros=== |
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| − | Very High |
+ | * Very High Damage (''highest of all [[heavy weapon]]s'') |
| + | * High RoF<ref group="n"><u>R</u>ate <u>o</u>f <u>F</u>ire</ref> |
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===Cons=== |
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| − | Very Inaccurate (lowest of all weapons) |
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| + | * Reloads Slowly |
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Revision as of 13:30, 4 November 2017
- For other versions, see Miserable MG42 and Machined MG42.
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| Murderous MG42 | |
| Damage Lvl |
High |
| Fire Mode |
Automatic |
| Ammo Cost |
170 |
| Range |
20 |
| Aim Time |
0.1 seconds |
| Attacks Per Second |
8.57 |
| Damage |
254 - 275 |
| Knockback |
35% |
| Accuracy |
25% |
| Noise |
50 |
| Reload Speed |
5 seconds |
| Magazine Size |
100 |
| Other Effects | |
The Murderous MG42 is a Halloween-exclusive heavy weapon featured in The Last Stand: Dead Zone, introduced during the 2017 Undead Blitz update.
Background
See overview page.
How to obtain
- Level 55 Murderous variants can be crafted using a Machined MG42 at a Level 6+ Weapons Bench for 200
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Recycling products
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Tactics
Despite being the most inaccurate weapon in the game, the MG42 packs a high damage per second rating, making it invaluable during large horde attacks. Its slow reload speed, however, puts its wielder in great danger, so support from other survivors is recommended, as is having a gear item that can boost the weapon's reload speed, such as a bandolier.
Unlike most heavy weapons, the MG42 does not carry a move speed penalty, meaning that the wielder can evacuate quickly if needed. This is a benefit for fighters, who are already slow to begin with.
Recommended gear
- Weapon Cleaning Tools to improve its horrendous accuracy.
- Extended Mags to further bolster its already large magazine size.
- Bandoliers reduce the amount of time needed to reload the weapon.
- Glasses to extend range even further, with some variants slightly improving the weapon's accuracy.
Pros
- Very High Damage (highest of all heavy weapons)
- High RoF[n 1]
- Large Magazine Size
- Good Knockback
- Long Effective Range
- No Movement Penalty
Cons
- Very Inaccurate (lowest of all weapons)
- Very Loud
- High Ammo Cost
- Reloads Slowly
Notes
- ↑ Rate of Fire