Are you tired of dying early in matches? Many beginners repeat the same errors that kill survival and win rate. This guide fixes loot, positioning, awareness, settings, and fight basics.
Looting Mistakes and Faster Priorities
Do you spend too long in one building? Slow looting wastes time and leaves you exposed to enemies and the blue zone. Move fast and know what matters.
Looting Too Slowly or Too Long
Treat looting like a quick sweep. New players treat every item as important and linger. Prioritize weapons, ammo, armor, meds, and throwables first. Keep moving.
Looting Bodies in the Open
Do you rush a death box in the road? Looting in the open is like picking fruit in a hunter’s clearing — dangerous. Only loot when you have cover or teammates watching.
Quick Loot Checklist
- Weapon then ammo.
- Armor, helmet, and meds next.
- Carry at least one smoke or stun for safety.
Positioning and Smart Map Movement
Are you visible in the open field? Bad positioning makes you an easy target and costs games faster than bad aim. Use terrain like a shield.
Running Without Cover
Think like a chess player. Move from cover to cover and use walls, rocks, and trees to stay hidden. Avoid long straight runs.
Ignoring the Safe Zone and Gates
Do you forget the circle? Rotating late gets you trapped by the blue or ambushed by rotate-lock enemies. Plan your exit early. See also: How to Rotate in Final Zone PUBG Mobile Tips.
Poor Drop Choices
Want faster learning or safer placement? Choose hot drops only if you want combat practice. For placement, drop in quieter towns. Have a plan before you jump.
Proning by Default
Is prone your reflex under fire? Dropping prone in open ground makes you a stationary target. Prefer short strafes and cover instead. Move and peek rather than freeze.
Awareness and Using the Mini‑Map
Do you glance at the mini‑map? Not checking it wastes vital sound and shot indicators. The mini‑map is your radar. Look often.
Not Connecting Sound to the Map
Can you match footsteps to a direction? Hear a gunshot and immediately check the mini‑map and top-left sound markers. This tells you who and where. Link sound and sight fast.
Grenades and Utility Use
Do you carry grenades but never use them? Throwables win fights and create safe windows. Think of them as tools in your toolbox. Use them smartly.
Learning Each Grenade Type
What does each grenade do best? Frags flush enemies from cover. Smokes hide revives and crossings. Molotovs deny doors and pushes. Stuns blind targets briefly. Practice throws in Training Ground.
Recoil, Aim, and Movement Fundamentals
Are you spraying wildly at long range? Failing to control recoil and staying static costs fights. Combine movement with aiming like a dance. Train recoil patterns.
Controlling Recoil
Can you predict your weapon’s climb? Practice short bursts and controlled sprays in Training Ground to keep shots on target. Use attachments to stabilize guns.
Crosshair Placement and Movement
Where do you place your crosshair? Keep it at head or upper chest height to reduce reaction time. Strafe while shooting for harder targets. Small adjustments add up. See also: Best Crosshair Placement PUBG Mobile Beginners.
Settings and Control Optimization
Playing on default feels OK? Default HUD and sensitivity suit no one perfectly. Tweak settings to match your device and hands. Adjust slowly.
Customizing Sensitivity
Why copy pro settings blindly? Pro codes are tuned to specific devices and grips. Test small changes and repeat until your aim feels stable. Use Training Ground to validate changes.
Tactical Decisions and Fighting Sense
Do you rush without information? Rushing blindly into buildings or fights loses you numbers and position. Think before you push. Gather info first.
Gathering Intel and Using Cover
What do you know before you shoot? Listen, peek, and throw utility to force enemy movement. Always choose a fight near hard cover. Ask: who else can see me?
Avoiding Tunnel Vision
Are you focused on one opponent only? Tunnel vision ignores third parties and zone threats. Keep a wider awareness of angles and the circle. Rotate or disengage when unsure.
Quick In‑Game Habits to Build Today
Want immediate gains? Adopt three habits now: quick looting, constant mini‑map checks, and sensible cover use. These habits boost survival immediately.
Practice Routine
Where to practice? Spend 10–15 minutes daily in Training Ground. Work recoil, throwables, and peeks. Then play safe drops to apply skills. Consistency beats intensity.
Conclusion
Do small fixes matter? They matter a lot. Fixing loot, positioning, awareness, settings, and fighting fundamentals raises survival and wins faster than chasing aim alone. Start with one habit, build the next, and watch your rank climb.