Lock On Pistol

Functionality[]

The Lock On Pistol is a fast firing, semi automatic pistol. It features a unique tracking system, that is activated once the player starts aiming down sights. This tracking system has a maximum range of 50 meters and puts a blue circle around the player's crosshair. Once a player enters the circle, up to 4 bullets will charge and will all hit the target when the user fires the weapon. The 4th bullet of the burst will always be a headshot. The Lock On Pistol produces a red colored Sniper Glare while aiming down sights.

The Lock On Pistol is a Hitscan weapon, with First Shot Accuracy enabled. The Lock On Pistol cannot be reloaded whilst aiming but can aimed down sights while in midair.

Stats[]

• v27.00
• Unknown
• v24.30
• v24.20

Current Stats since v27.00[]

The Lock On Pistol uses Light Bullets and has a headshot multiplier of 1.25x.

	Lock On Pistol (Rare)
DPS	375
DAMAGE	25
STRUCTURE DAMAGE	20
MAGAZINE SIZE	12
FIRE RATE	15
RELOAD TIME	1.76s
CRITICAL HIT DAMAGE	31.25 (1.25x)

Stats from an Unknown Update to v27.00[]

The Lock On Pistol uses Light Bullets and has a headshot multiplier of 1.25x.

	Lock On Pistol (Rare)
DPS	120
DAMAGE	80
STRUCTURE DAMAGE	55
MAGAZINE SIZE	8
FIRE RATE	1.5
RELOAD TIME	5.7s
CRITICAL HIT DAMAGE	100 (1.25x)

Stats from v24.30 to Unknown[]

The Lock On Pistol uses Light Bullets and has a headshot multiplier of 1.25x.

	Lock On Pistol (Rare)
DPS	375
DAMAGE	25
STRUCTURE DAMAGE	20
MAGAZINE SIZE	12
FIRE RATE	15
RELOAD TIME	1.76s
CRITICAL HIT DAMAGE	31.25 (1.25x)

Stats from v24.20 to v24.30[]

The Lock On Pistol uses Light Bullets and has a headshot multiplier of 1.25x.

	Lock On Pistol (Rare)
DPS	300
DAMAGE	20
STRUCTURE DAMAGE	20
MAGAZINE SIZE	12
FIRE RATE	15
RELOAD TIME	1.76s
CRITICAL HIT DAMAGE	25 (1.25x)

Weapon Changes[]

Strategy Guide[]

	This section outlines a strategy.
	Feel free to add tips, tricks and general advice about the topic.

• The Lock On Pistol requires time to charge all four shots while aiming down sights, so in a life-or-death situation it isn't the best. However, if an opponent is running away with low health, one or two shots charged should do the trick.
• The Lock On Pistol has the fastest fire rate and the highest DPS potential of all pistols, making it an excellent weapon for close range combat.
• The Lock On Pistol is useful for defeating players in the air, as those players cannot counter the pistol and shots from this weapon cannot be dodged, which is especially useful for players using mobility items as they become very vulnerable.
• The Lock On Pistol is incredibly powerful in Zero Build if used on an unsuspecting player.
• The Lock On Pistol can dish out 106 damage in total, assuming all 4 shots connect.
• The Lock On Pistol is fully accurate while aiming down sights, even while jumping. This makes it potentially lethal at mid range engagements, even when the target is past the 50 meter range of the targeting mechanism.
  • However the Lock On Pistol is still not advised for long range use, due to the weapon's harsh damage falloff. Carrying either a Marksman Rifle or Sniper Rifle could cover up this weakness.
• It is highly recommended to combine the lock-on aim with mobility items that allow you to fire while moving, like FlowBerry Fizz, as you can hit your opponent easily while making it very hard for your opponent to hit you.
• There is a very bright and distinct red Sniper Glare when using this weapon and the target itself will have subtle hud outline while being tracked. Due to this, it is advised to try to lock on as many bullets as possible before the target notices those details.

Counters[]

• In Builds, the Lock-On Pistol is much less effective, due to being able to instantly place cover. It also has a low structure damage when compared to other Pistols.
• Instant cover items, like the Shield Bubble Jr. and Port-A-Bunker, are very good counters to the Lock On Pistol.
• The Lock On Pistol cannot target invisible players, such as those under the effects of a Stealth Splash or Cloak Gauntlets.
• Staying in enclosed vehicles can be somewhat beneficial against the Lock On Pistol, as it will be harder for an enemy to track your character model.

Weapon ID[]

The Lock On Pistol is referred to as Pistol Auto Aim in the files.

• Rare: WID_Pistol_AutoAim

Mode Specific History[]

Battle Royale and Zero Build History[]

Creative History[]