I’ve been trying to dive into PUBG on both PC and console because my brothers keep pushing me to play, but the movement mechanics just don’t feel right to me. Unlike other shooters and battle royales where I can jump or move fluidly without losing speed, PUBG feels clunky and slow when I land or move around. I’ve played a few matches but keep getting wiped out quickly, and it’s frustrating since I’m usually good at other PC, console, and even mobile shooters like Warzone, Fortnite, Apex, and Blackout. I love the game and watch a lot of PUBG content, and I really want to improve fast. My friends and brothers expect me to be a solid teammate, but right now I feel like I’m holding them back. Should I spend more time in the training mode? Is there an easy way to start with bots or something? Also, the player base seems so experienced that it’s intimidating to jump in fresh. Any tips or advice on getting over the movement hurdle and becoming effective in PUBG would be awesome. Thanks!
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Adjust your mindset for PUBG – it’s not an arcade shooter but more of a simulation-style game where quick transitions aren’t instant. Crank up your mouse or controller sensitivity if needed, but be prepared for a slower pace compared to other games. Try to get comfortable with the movement restrictions instead of fighting against them. Once you accept the different style, your gameplay and confidence will improve.
I’d recommend starting with the training grounds to get comfortable with your preferred weapons and settings like sensitivity and attachments. Then jump into arcade modes like team deathmatch or invasion battle royale to practice fighting in less punishing environments. It helps to warm up with a couple rounds in TDM before entering full matches so you can get those gunfights down. Remember, PUBG doesn’t have skill-based matchmaking, so you’ll likely face many veteran players. Patience and consistent practice will pay off.
Since you’re good at other shooters, just dial in your settings to what feels best for you and find guns and attachments that suit your style. Practice in live matches as much as possible because no amount of training mode will replace real engagements. Communication and strategy are key too—know when to push, when to hold back, and how to third-party fights. Once you focus on those aspects and keep playing, you’ll start winning those chicken dinners. Play to your strengths, don’t stress about rushing your progress.
PUBG is all about patience and positioning more than fast reflexes or running and gunning like in other shooters. You’ll get destroyed if you try to rush stuff. Instead, focus on understanding cover spots, enemy likely positions, and playing smart. Sometimes outthinking other players matters more than outgunning them. Even if your aim isn’t the best, you can still win matches by playing patiently and making smart decisions.
Honestly, the biggest thing is just spending more time playing. PUBG’s movement and pace are very different from other shooters — it’s slower and more tactical, so ‘seat time’ really helps you get used to it. Also, playing with a consistent squad and chatting over voice helps a ton because you can coordinate better and develop strategies together. If you’re solo, just keep grinding matches to build that muscle memory and map knowledge.
