How to Get Better at Call of Duty

Last Updated: November 4, 2020

Do you keep getting killed in Call of Duty games? Want to grab those enemies and get amazing score streaks? Want to get 20+ kills on a team death match game? Then this is the article for you!

Method 1

Method 1 of 3:
Using Equipment Properly

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Combat training is useful. You'll improve your skill at the game while learning the maps. If you're new to CoD, then it's recommended to start from here.
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Utilize everything at your disposal. This is especially important about equipment. If you average 1.00 K/D, an extra kill per death through claymores will put you at 2.00.

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Use the gun that suits you best. People might give you a hard time for it, but you'll have the advantage.
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Run UAV Jammer or UAV. Both of these kill streaks are underused, but can give you a massive advantage. It's recommended to use Jammer over UAV, because it will give you an advantage.
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Don't use red dot sights. Learning to use the iron sights can be a real pain, but it is most definitely worth it. Take an attachment like Dual Mag, Grip or Masterkey to really get the advantage. (Although using red dot can be useful if the weapon takes up quite a bit of screen space.)
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Sound is your friend. If you have a pair of gaming headphones, you'll realize what this means. You'll hear someone shooting at you and can react before they even hit you sometimes.
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Find your play style. Find out what you are good at. If you're quick on your feet it's recommended for a sub-machine gun class. If your more of a patient player, use an assault rifle or LMG. If you are good at camping, try to use bouncing bettys or claymores, and maybe a sniper rifle.

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Method 2

Method 2 of 3:
Using Agility and Fighting Skills

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Find a comfortable sensitivity. 2-3 sensitivity it gives you better accuracy than higher sensitivity, but if you get shot from a place other than in front of you, you might not be able to react in time. If you use a higher sensitivity, you will be able to turn faster, giving you an advantage, but your accuracy might go down as well.
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Don't sprint around corners. So many people do this without thinking. Take your time and go round the corner already aiming down sights. You'll gain a massive advantage. If in doubt, then chuck a flashbang or a concussion grenade.
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Practice aiming. Practice one on one with a person of similar skill level, or higher if you want. Practice against them in a large map. Switch between this and normal play every couple game sessions. You will get much better at aiming.
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Shoot down choppers. If your using Ghost Pro, you can really help out your team by taking out a chopper without much self-risk. Keep a class slot free just to take down all choppers.

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Method 3

Method 3 of 3:
Getting to Know the Maps

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Become familiar with the terrain. Knowing the different maps inside and out can really help if you're playing modes other than team deathmatch.
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Pay attention to spawning points. Knowing the maps can help you get kills by always knowing where the enemies are spawning.
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Use maps to your advantage in Hardpoint mode. Another example where map knowledge can help is the mode Hardpoint; knowing where the next hardpoint is allows you to rotate early and get the points, and get a jump on enemies trying to get in that might not know you're there.

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Community Q&A

Question

What if I'm stuck reloading with an empty magazine and I can't find a corner or any thing to protect me, what do I do?

Community Answer

Usually, you don't want to reload in a situation like that at all, you do have the option of using your secondary if you have one. For future reference, learn your type of reload style and adjust to how you play. Running on the edges of the map is somewhat advantageous if running out of ammo a lot, mainly because the edges have more corners to hide in, but this is when you reload frequently (e.g. after every 1 to 2 kills).
Question

How can I make a certain gun (M27) with attachments such as fast mag, ACOG scope, and fore grip more effective?

Community Answer

ACOG may look like a helpful sight, but the iron sight for M27 is useful because it doesn't take up room on your screen. Fast mags are good but extended mags give you more ammo, so you won't have to worry about picking up guns all the time. The M27 doesn't always require fore grip; some people prefer a red dot sight or quick draw.
Question

What is the best mode for me to practice in?

Community Answer

Try "Search and Destroy." This will force you to play defensively and aggressively. You will gain a lot of skills all around from this mode.
Question

How can I beat my friend in 1v1?

Community Answer

The first few kills - they will go to a certain position or maybe you keep getting killed there use your advantages to get the jump on your friend. Practice with bots (aka 3ark) if you need practice.
Question

How do I stop getting killed a lot?

Community Answer

Trying playing veteran bots and learn there. The better you can survive and use tactics, you have a chance of improving your skills which avoid you getting killed because you outclass your opponent. Use different perks such as ghost or second chance to reduce your chance of dying.
Question

How is it that when I do not move and am hiding, other players still see me, even when they did not see me go to my location?

Community Answer

Depending on the game, players may be using a UAV. It also is possible they were checking their corners or saw your GamerTag.
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How can I avoid getting killed?

Community Answer

There is no 100-percent chance of not getting killed - but there are many ways to avoid it, including Perk-A-Colas, second chance, being hidden etc.
Question

How do I take down a machine or assault gunner without getting shot or killed?

Community Answer

Get behind cover and ricochet a flash, stun or smoke grenade off a wall to their location, then assess as you see necessary.
Question

What if they start shooting first?

Garrett

Top Answerer

When you've been caught, it can be tempting to run and look for cover, but your best bet is to take a chance. Hurry to locate them, fire back and try to take them out first.
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I'm the best Call of Duty player I know but still get killed, why is this?

Garrett

Top Answerer

No matter how good you are, there will always be someone who can do it better. That's an important fact of life that applies to almost anything you do. But that's okay, because even still, you should never reach a point in anything you do at which you cannot improve.

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Your hair may be messed up if you wear a headset for too long also.

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Playing for too long in one sitting may be bad for your health.

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