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Aiming and projectilesOne rule
Hit a nearby target directly or risk a bounce that can reach several targets?
Reference gamesPeggle Deluxe · Peglin
Aiming and projectilesOne rule
Shoot while motion is steady or wait until a turn ends to estimate velocity again?
Reference gamesWorld of Warships · War Thunder
Aiming and projectilesOne rule
Charge for a distant shot or fire now before the opening closes?
Reference gamesMonster Hunter Generations · Worms W.M.D Mobilize
Aiming and projectilesOne rule
Chase the distant target or recall the weapon for an approaching threat?
Reference gamesTitan Souls · Boomerang X
Aiming and projectilesOne rule
Overheat to finish this target or pause to retain firepower for the next wave?
Reference gamesDeep Rock Galactic · Helldivers 2
Aiming and projectilesOne rule
Cover the current crowd or preempt the next wave's chokepoint?
Reference gamesDeep Rock Galactic · Sanctum 2
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