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As prolific in video games as it is in real life, this iconic Russian workhorse is a mainstay of virtual firepower.
A modified, compact version of the AK-74.
Assault Rifle refers to a basic design of a weapon that combines the abilities of older long-range rifles and the rapid fire of sub-machine guns. Common designs include the M-16, M-4, AK47 (and 74), and the L85A1.
Originally, the Desert Eagle was designed to be a revolver, but later it evolved into a magazine-loaded semi-automatic pistol.
An explosive is any weapon or device designed to cause an explosion, whether it be a frag grenade, TNT, or a nuclear bomb.
The Javelin is a guided anti-tank missile with a two-stage explosive to defeat reactive tank armor. It is a fire-and forget weapon using a top-down attack profile to hit where the armor is weaker.
A hand grenade designed to blind and deafen opponents briefly.
The Geiger Counter is a type of particle detector that measures ionizing radiation. The device emits audible clicks when it detects radiation in the air.
The GP-25 Is a grenade launcher developed to fit on to the Ak-47.
A grenade is an explosive device traditionally thrown by hand, but may also be propelled by a rifle or launcher.
A gun that uses various types of grenades as ammunition.
Considered one of the most frequent and controversial implements of destruction in video games and real life, guns are devices that fire projectiles with explosive force.
Helicopters are flying vehicles, typically with a single large main rotor to maintain lift with a tail rotor to counter rotation induced by this main rotor. They are useful in air to ground combat as well as for quickly inserting and recovering infantry close to the front line.
Whether it's worn for protection or style, helmets appear in various game genres.
A compound often used in bullet proof vests and other protective clothing.
An accessory for the M16 rifle. It is a grenade launcher that is installed under the barrel of the rifle. It fires a 40mm grenade with an effective range of 150 meters (160 yards) .
Named after General Creighton Abrams, the M1 Abrams is the latest generation main battle tank of the United States Army and Marine Corps. Heavily armed, highly mobile, and equipped with impenetrable armor, the M1 Abrams is the crown of modern ground warfare.
The first US army issue M16 varient. These early rifles featured a triangular handgaurd and fully automatic firing capabilities.
The current main combat rifle (MCR) for the U.S. military, it has been in service since the Vietnam War. The rifle is slated to be replaced by a newer series of rifles by 2012, most likely the FN SCAR (SOF Combat Rifle).
A nuclear bomb is a device made up of fissionable materials (ie Uranium) and standard explosives. It creates a nuclear chain reaction, which release large amounts of radiation and a shockwave.
A pistol is a very basic hand-held side arm, usually used in case of low ammo or tricky situations. They have appeared in many types of games.
A red dot sight (also referred to as a scope) is a sight placed on firearms. The aiming reticule is represented as an illuminated red dot in the middle of the sight.
An explosive ordinance propelled by a chemical reaction that causes a controlled explosion resulting in thrust. Rockets are usually "dumb" weapons, meaning that they are not guided. Rockets are the most powerful projectile in many games.
A weapon that launches rockets.
A rocket propelled grenade launcher. This weapon's main strength is its shaped charge warhead. It can penetrate up to 19 inches of armor if the warhead is in good condition.
The ultimate weapon attachment that uses telescope optics to enlarge distant targets thus increasing your accuracy.
The most powerful weapon at short range. Effective against Zombies, Nazis, Demons, etc. Videogame shotguns tend to have exaggerated inaccuracy at long range- real life shotguns are still fairly accurate over a decent distance, while videogame shotguns rarely go more than fifteen feet before becoming completely ineffective.
Canister type grenades used to obscure the enemy's view of the advance or retreat of friendly troops; also used to mark objects of interest such as landing zones, mission objectives, navigational landmarks, as well as targets for artillery or air strikes.
The weapon of choice for accuracy at long distances. The sniper rifle's slow rate of fire makes it ineffective for close range combat, but its high calibre round ensures that it inflicts maximum damage against the target.
Russian semiautomatic sniper rifle, high calibre and high magnification scope.
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