How to get a Silencer

Learn how to get silencers and subsonic ammo in Sniper Elite 5. Find silenced weapons, upgrade your gear at workbenches, and use ammo to stay stealthy.

Alright, let's talk about keeping things quiet in Sniper Elite 5. You've got a couple of main ways to cut down on the noise your rifle makes, and even make your pistol shots almost unnoticeable. While nothing's *completely* silent, these methods will definitely help you stay hidden.

Finding Silenced Weapons: Keep an eye out for silenced weapons as you're moving around the maps. It's always a good idea to grab them when you see them. Just remember, using an enemy's weapon means it'll be gone once the ammo runs out, so it's way better to get a silencer for your own gear.

Upgrading Your Weapons: At the start of the game, you'll have access to four different suppressors for your main rifle. To actually add these, you'll need to find a rifle workbench and customize your weapons. Don't forget your pistol, either! Adding a silencer to your pistol is super satisfying – imagine hiding in the tall grass, the enemy searching for you just feet away, and you take him out with a headshot while his buddies have no clue.

Subsonic Ammo: As you explore, you'll also stumble upon different ammo types. One of these is Subsonic ammo. Like the name suggests, it travels slower than the speed of sound, making less noise when you fire. It's not silent, but it's definitely quieter than regular rounds, meaning enemies won't hear it from as far away.

Weapon Audible Range: Pay attention to the weapon info box that pops up before you pick up a new gun. It'll show you the weapon's audible range and if it's an improvement over what you're currently using.

Unlocking Subsonic Ammo in Loadouts: For the first three missions, you'll have to rely on finding Subsonic ammo out on the map. But don't worry, starting with mission four, 'Factory,' you'll be able to add it to your pre-mission loadout.