A firearm provides a significant advantage in combat, especially against other players and large groups of infected. Ammunition is often harder to find than the weapon itself.
- Common Firearms (Civilian):
- IJ-70 (Pistol): Uses .380 ACP. Common in residential houses.
- FNX45 (Pistol): Uses .45 ACP. Less common, but powerful.
- Sporter 22 (Rifle): Uses .22 LR. Common in hunting cabins, sheds.
- Shotguns (MP-133, Izh-43): Uses 12 Gauge. Found in sheds, hunting cabins. Devastating at close range.
- Ammunition: Loot houses, sheds, and police stations. Always check magazines and boxes.
Strategy: Don't just pick up any gun; ensure you have matching ammunition and a magazine if applicable. A single bullet for a powerful rifle is less useful than a full magazine for a weaker pistol. Prioritize a weapon you can reliably feed.