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The Photon Sniper Rifle is a Sniper weapon introduced in the 11.3.0 update.
Appearance
The weapon has a dark red finished body with several bright yellow parts that is similar to the Photon Shotgun. It has a skeletonized stock that is connected to the handle. The weapon also has a dark red/bright yellow barrel with a illuminated green front sight and a gas tube underneath. A scope is mounted on top of the body that gives the user 8x magnification.
Strategy
Tips
- The burning effect is useful for weakening players to low health.
- Be wary of the low magazine capacity and make every shot count.
- Aim for the head to maximize damage.
Counters
- Take cover behind objects as the weapon lacks the ability to penetrate through players or objects.
- If hit, avoid the player's firing range and heal up.
Former Upgrades
- Photon Sniper Rifle Up1
- Photon Sniper Rifle Up2
Theme
Photon themed.
Supported Maps
Weapon Setups
Have a Backup weapon that has a fast firing rate such as the Infiltrator to finish enemies off or for close combat.
Trivia
- It is the second sniper weapon that has the ability to deal additional damage overtime when hit, first being the Poison Hunter.
- It is the third photon-based weapon to be added in game.
- Like the Photon Shotgun and the Photon Pistol, it can set enemies on fire.
- This, the Laser Crossbow and the Elf's Revenge are the only weapons with an 8x scope.
- It is the first sniper rifle with the "Burning" attribute.
- It is also the second weapon in the "Sniper" category to have the "Burning" attribute, the first being the Magic Bow.
- It is very similar to the Elf's Revenge.
- The idea of a photon sniper rifle may have possibly originated from a moderator and two members in the Pixel Gun World forums.
- This is currently the only Photon-type weapon to not have a grade of Common.
Gallery
In first person
Scoped In
