PUBG Mobile is still a favourite mobile game for many, even though alternatives like Call of Duty have taken lead in some ways. The popularity of PUBG Mobile isn't dying anytime soon as the developers continue to give more and more reasons for its millions of players to stay hooked to the game.
PUBG Mobile has come a long way since its launch and we've seen several new modes in Arcade, from TDM to Payload and more. While these Arcade modes are exciting for short gameplay, the classic matches are still the favourite for strategic action. PUBG Mobile players have their favourite weapons, which divides players within the same team arguing about which gun is better.
PUBG Mobile players are often arguing about AKM vs M416 or Kar98 vs M24 and other weapons. But it is one's personal preference and comfort to use a certain weapon combination that wipes out the enemy. All that matter is, in the end, is getting that rewarding "Chicken Dinner."
But if you need a better argument to show why your weapons are better, history is a great place to start. Here are some of the popular PUBG Mobile weapons and their place in history to give you a winning argument:
AKM
AKM aka Modernized Kalashnikov Automatic Rifle is the modernised version of AK-47 assault rifle developed by Russia in the 1940s
AKM is widely preferred by many soldiers for its ease of use and the most widely used shoulder weapon
AKM was extensively used during the Vietnam and Soviet-Afghan wars
AKM is the favoured weapon for many guerrilla and nationalist movements in the world
In PUBG Mobile, it is more popular than 5.56mm ARs in close combats
Kar98
Karabiner 98 kurz or Kar98 is noted for its long-range precision shots
Kar98 was extensively used by German forces during World War II
Kar98 was the primary choice in almost every war waged by the Germans across occupied Europe, North Africa, Soviet Union, Finland, and Norway
Kar98 is highly sought-after collector's items today
In PUBG Mobile, Kar98 is widely preferred to snipe rivals from a distance
M16A4
M16A4 is the world's most-produced firearm of 5.56mm calibre
M16A4 was first deployed by the US forces during the Vietnam war for jungle warfare operations
M16A4 is widely adopted by the armed forces around the world
In PUBG Mobile, its burst fire can make for a great combat weapon and its ideal for medium to long-range combat as well. Its burst mode has the fastest fire rate than any AR in the game.
UZI
The Israeli UZI is a popular handgun choice in the SMG category
UZI became highly popular for its lightweight, compact and ergonomic design and it's cheap
UZI has huge historical significance
In PUBG Mobile, UZI can be really handy to get an advantage over enemies in close-range combat
VSS
The Russian VSS is also known as Vintorez, which translates to thread cutter
VSS origin dates back to 1980s during the Russian-Afghan war
The Spetsnaz units continue to use VSS for undercover operations
VSS gets a special case and it can be stripped down completely, ideal for black operations
In PUBG Mobile, VSS is excellent for sniping as the player needn't scout for scopes and other attachments
Thompson (Tommy Gun)
The American submachine gun, the Thompson or Tommy Gun, is the symbolic choice of Chicago gangsters
Tommy Gun is also known as 'Tom Song', 'Annihilator', 'Chicago Piano', 'Chicago Style', and 'Chicago Organ Grinder' for its fame in organized crime in the US
Tommy Gun has celebrity status as it has found a place in numerous Hollywood movies
Thompson is one of the best-known firearms in history and collector's prize for its relevance from WWII and the Prohibition Era
In PUBG Mobile, Tommy Gun has the maximum damage than any other SMG in PUBG Mobile
Did you know these facts about the popular PUBG Mobile weapons? Stay tuned for more such fascinating facts about games.