Top 10 FPS Tricks to Dominate Ranked
Stuck in Silver? It happens to the best of us. You grind for hours, your aim feels crisp in the practice range, but the moment you hop into a ranked match, everything falls apart. Climbing the ladder isn't just about raw aim; it's about game sense, psychology, and optimizing your setup. Here are the top strategies to elevate your game.
1. Crosshair Placement is King
Stop looking at the floor. It sounds simple, but watch a replay of your game. Are you aiming at head height, or are you admiring the textures of the ground? Keeping your crosshair where an enemy's head is likely to appear minimizes the distance you need to flick. This single change can improve your reaction time and kill-confirmation rate by 50% instantly.
2. Economy Management
In tactical shooters like Valorant and CS2, the economy is a game within the game. Buying every round is a recipe for disaster. Learn the concept of "Eco rounds," "Force buys," and "Full buys." If your team is saving, you save. Being the hero with a rifle when everyone else has pistols usually results in you donating a free weapon to the enemy team. Coordinate your spending.
3. Communication and Information
Use your mic. Information is your most valuable weapon. Don't just say "he's there"; say "Jett, back site, 40 HP." Clear, concise callouts win rounds. If you are dead, check the map and provide information your living teammates might miss, then stay quiet so they can hear footsteps.
4. Utility Usage
Aim can get you kills, but utility wins rounds. Don't die with full utility. Flash for your teammates, smoke off sightlines, and use molotovs to clear corners. Learning a few basic lineups for each map can turn you from a fragger into a tactician.
5. Mental Fortitude
Tilt is the enemy. If you lose three rounds in a row, don't give up. The momentum can shift in seconds. Take a deep breath, reset your mental state, and focus on the next round. A positive attitude keeps team morale high, which is often the deciding factor in close games.