Assault Rifles (AR)
ARs are the backbone of PUBG. They are effective from 0–200m and can be used in both full-auto (close/mid) and single-fire (mid/long). The M416, AKM, Beryl M762, and SCAR-L are the most common. ARs are the weapon class you should master first.
Designated Marksman Rifles (DMR)
DMRs bridge the gap between ARs and sniper rifles. They fire semi-automatically with higher damage per shot than ARs. The Mini14, SKS, SLR, and QBU are common DMRs. Best used at 100–400m with a 4x or 6x scope. Pair a DMR with an AR or SMG for close range.
Sniper Rifles (SR)
Bolt-action snipers (Kar98k, M24, AWM) deal massive damage per shot but have a slow fire rate. A headshot on a level 2 helmet with a Kar98k is an instant knock. SRs are high-skill weapons that reward precise aim but punish misses heavily.