Sniper Rifles

Master the sniper rifles in Intravenous 2: Mercenarism. Learn about the Tranq Rifle, M4 MOD, AK-103, and Model 700, their stats, and how to use them effectively.

Sniper Rifles in Intravenous 2: Mercenarism

Alright, let's talk about taking down targets from a distance in Intravenous 2: Mercenarism. Sniper rifles are your go-to for precision shots, but they require a different approach than your run-and-gun weapons. Here's a breakdown of what you'll be working with:

Primary Weapons (Sniper Rifles)

These are your long-range specialists. Keep in mind that while they offer incredible stopping power, they often have slower rates of fire and can be more noticeable when you fire them.

Tranq Rifle

This is your non-lethal option, perfect for when you need to neutralize a target without raising an alarm. It uses Tranq Darts and its main purpose is tranquilization, not damage. While it has a single shot rate of fire, its accuracy spread is 2°, and it increases noise by +35%. Its shot volume is 6.3 M, and it slows you down by 2.5%. You unlock this one by default.

M4 MOD

A more versatile option, the M4 MOD fires 5.56x45mm rounds. It deals 67.5 damage with a rate of fire of 900. Its accuracy spread is a tight 1.5°, and it has a penetration of 8. Like the Tranq Rifle, it increases noise by +35% and has a shot volume of 81.3 M, slowing you down by 2.5%. This is also unlocked by default.

AK-103

If you need more stopping power, the AK-103 is a solid choice, firing 7.62x39mm rounds. It hits for 82.5 damage with a rate of fire of 600. Its accuracy spread is 1.8°, with a penetration of 8. It also increases noise by +35% and has a shot volume of 81.3 M, with a 2.5% slow-down. You'll have this unlocked from the start.

Model 700

This is your high-damage, precision bolt-action rifle. The Model 700 uses 7.62x51mm rounds and boasts an impressive 97.5 damage. Its rate of fire is much slower at 90, but its accuracy spread is a pinpoint 1.2°. It has a penetration of 11, making it great for shooting through cover. The noise increase is +35%, shot volume is 84.4 M, and it significantly impacts your mobility with a 1.5% slow-down. It's unlocked by default, so you can start sniping right away.

Pro Tip: When using sniper rifles, remember that a missed shot can alert enemies. Take your time, line up your shots, and consider the environment. The Model 700 is fantastic for headshots, but the AK-103 or M4 MOD might be better if you anticipate needing to fire multiple shots quickly.