How to Improve Your Hand Cannon Shot in Destiny 2!
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- čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
- HAND CANNONS: The weapons many players use, but few can master. This video highlights 5 of the most important tips for improving your hand cannon shot and overall performance inside of Destiny 2 PvP. Hand Cannons are currently BY FAR the most dominant primary weapon type in the game, making up 8 of the 10 top primary weapons in PvP. The tips in this video will hopefully enable you to perform even better in the current sandbox, but even if hand cannons get a massive nerf, a player who is able to take full advantage of the tips in this video will still find hand cannons to be quite effective; even during the height of the 600 and 450 RPM Auto Rifle metas, hand cannons were still powerful in the right hands.
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Sections:
0:00 Intro
0:45 Tip #1: How to CORRECTLY use Cover
4:23 Tip #2: Optimal Stats, Perks, and Mods for HCs
7:10 Tip #3: Shot Pacing, Rhythm, and Accuracy
10:07 Tip #4: How to Control Recoil and Aim
11:49 Tip #5: Engagement Distance, Special Weapons, and Subclasses
#Destiny2 #Destiny2PvP #HandCannons - Hry
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This hunter subclass is (imo) the best to pair with hand cannons especially if you snipe!
I actually do Have one interesting fact about Dragon's Shadow. When you Dodge with Dragon's Shadow, not only do you get all guns reloaded BUT besides the Mobility/Sprint boost, and Handling Boost but your Reload Speed gets heavily increased. It turns Eriana's Vow Reload Speed from tortoise speed to like almost a Drop Mag Max Reload Speed handcannon
1 or 2 unflinching mods
@@RAPIXDREG 2 is always gonna be better than 1, but I recommend using 1 and prioritizing other mods on the chest piece
Thank you for making this video
I'm better with the scout rifle on my hunter but on the rare occasions when I do need to get a hand cannon out...well it's not really fair when combined correctly with the hunters mobility and triple jump, giving height and cover in seconds
Simply listen to big iron while you play. You’ll get there in no time
bro i love that song
Big iron on his hiiiiiiiip.
I confirm this.
Especially with TLW
How to hand Canon 101: go to the town of auafrida, be an Arizona ranger, get a big iron, and kill Texas red
It's really cool you don't cut your deaths. Helps understand the game flow and consequences easier.
Awesome video and breakdown. These tips are going to help a lot of players! I totally agree with the strengths of HCs in point 1. It’s the reason HCs will always be strong
Thanks man!
Aaayyyy there he is! Pattycakes, did you already interview shadow and I somehow missed it? I dig this guy's perspective on D2 and would love to see you two make a video together
@@ShutchyerLips yeah I think so. I believe it was a sniping video? It’s how I found Shadow and I have not been disappointed :)
Edit: on second thought it may have been an apathetic video I’ll double check!
@@tytonidaeowl8872 I love the appathetic video. I guess I'll have to go review Patty's library lol
@@ShutchyerLips it’s a patty sniper vid W shadow, defo recommend it
As a console player, I've found there is kinda a lack of top tier controller players making content that talks about controller recoil management/hand cannon info. This video is greatly appreciated!
I play console controller and I find it easier then mouse and key. To me that’s what I got used to snap shots and using the best class for me sunbreakers and from learning those when him not drunk lol. the are very easy angles just knowing those make the game easier. And knowing how you need to deal damage closer means more but there is a sweet spot that’s for sure where using a hand cannon you can two shot and survive
what i’ve learned in the past and typically applies here as well is the person hiding behind cover to peek out has the advantage by being able to start the engagement on their timing. the person who isn’t doing it has the advantage of being able to position wherever, so when the person peeks they may not know where and could get the first shot. pretty good stuff to know
Absolutely
As a console player who is trying to snipe and hand cannon your videos are a god send. Thank you sir
Thanks!!!
@@ShadowDestiny glad I found your channel. Not enough well known console destiny CZcamsrs are out there
8:27 I just gotta point this out: your aim is so awesome you can snap it away and back again so fast it is amazing!
it is impressive aim I agree
Nothing is good about playing 70 for and 5 sens
@@sssecuris if your good at it then it doesn't matter
@@XYZ-ql1fi just sad that people look up to some one that has zero movement and relies on aim assist to hit shots
@@sssecuris welp thats the popular view on controller players, guess we cant do the flashy 360's, top tree dawnblade things
This helped tremendously! I've been massively guilty of panicking and rushing my shots all this time. It's like, in the back of my mind I knew that was the wrong approach but having it explained as concisely as you did here and having the visual along with it really helped me to actually put it into practice. I sat down yesterday and made an effort to put it into practice. I made the effort to take my time with my shots and not rush them or panic in engagements and I had some of the best rounds I've ever had. I threw my igneous on and had some of the most consistent rounds I've ever had! Great video man. Massive help!
That’s amazing to hear!
Definitely the most crucially helpful tip for hand cannon users I can think of. I also agree that 120s are still king because of the reasons you mentioned despite the recent changes. I think Bungie have balanced them really well this time around and I really like how they've made 140s much more relevant again now too!
Great in-depth talking points. Thank you.
2:10 : This is why hand cannons will always be on top no matter what nerfs bungie throws at them.
Bungie: We'll see about that... *malicious laughter
I think it’ll be pretty good always
New 120 nerf just announced
@@bradydunn1539 what if they nerf the range to 2 meters hmm?
@@epicturtle9638 dumbest shit I heard all day 💀
what if they make them flip over and shoot yourself?
I agree 100% peek shooting will always keep HC strong regardless of the meta, so long as they don’t bring ghost bullets back from D1 😰 haha - great video Shadow!
Haha thanks man! Thankfully I wasn't good enough to really get annoyed by D1 ghost bullets lol but they don't sound very fun. Making HCs "randomly" miss might be one of the only changes they could make to *truly* make HCs bad.
Yes yes yes!!!! As someone who is crossing the barrier of being a semi casual crucible player these are the tips I wish I knew. Tip three is something that took a lot of observation from me when watching good players while in their streams, but TAKE THE TIME! Calm down, breath, and take the shot. It’s the same for shotgunning (reloading, distance, etc.).
Boy, I get annoyed when really good PVP players give advice but it just sounds like “get gud” to the casual player.
Thanks for sharing, definitely sharing to friends who want to get better!
Been trying to work on my hand cannon game so I decided to rewatch this vid. Such a great tutorial, needed a refresher!
Thank you SO MUCH for making ths video. I've played Destiny since season of the Forge and I've never been able to use a hand cannnon effectively in PvP. The difference in my PvP gameplay before and after watching this video is a large as the time before and after I learned how to use the radar.
Haha that’s great to hear ❤️
Thank you, this is really helpful and insightful, especially the segment about shot pacing, I’ve always found it hard to explain this to newer players, but you nailed it perfectly. I’ll be sharing this video with my clan
Awesome! Thank you for sharing it that helps a lot 🥰
Solid video man, I’ve used hand cannons religiously and have a strong foundation with them but it’s always important to revisit the fundamentals!
A good thing to mention with the unconventional angle part is the importance that audio takes, you can easily hear someone jumping when they try to do that
That is true especially in a 1v1 situation. But in the chaos of an actual match, that sound can easily be covered up by all the other things going on. Plus, even if you hear a jump, you don’t know which side they’re going to come out on, or exactly how high they will be, so it still gives a big advantage
Another incredibly helpful detailed video. Thank you, Shadow.
I just recently found your channel, and I love it! I was just starting to get back into D2 PvP and your tips videos helped me get back to the skill level that I was once at, especially in trials. Keep making content!
Watched this video during lunch break yesterday and can say that it helped exponentially with the engagements and learning to pace my shots regardless and it helps a whole bunch, thank you!
Great to hear!
Thanks for the video Shadow. Recoil control is the bit that I struggle with. I also don't play cover as well as I should, in part, because I like pulse rifles.
I suck at PvP in general, and HC use has always been horrible for me. Thanks for the tips. I’ll try them out and see if it can improve my overall play.
Loving your vids. The 40/60 video I needed to hear. Thank you.
19.8k already, damn dude you’re so close to 20k already congrats
Great video :)) as always.
I'm so exited using loud lullaby and adored this days. Try to keep in mind your tips from now.
I'm a returning player so I'm here, lol. I remember mastering Hand Cannons to get Thorn... such a nostalgic time. It was also the time I finally got Recluse after so much grinding. Very helpful video, Shadow, thank you!
Welcome back guardian :) Thanks for watching
Very insightful video… thanks!
i have been looking for a video like this thx sm
More video like this. Im trying to get better cuz I sucks with HC.
This really was a well done video, appreciate the insight.
Ay bro, great video man, appreciate the content. Heard you shout this outline stream last night and I was ecstatic, keep it up.
Awesome content man, really enjoy your videos,keep them coming
Super useful video as always!
Thank you so much for the tips they really do work
Exactly what i was looking for
Really good tips in this video shadow ! Thanks a lot, I will start training this on my pvp games ! 😁😁
All great content, great work!
Thank you! In going to practice this!
Thanks! I have to start learning to pace my shots. I use Malfeasance and I spam my trigger because I use the 5 slug shot explosion perk as a crutch. So instead of relying on my head shot I aim at the body. Waste of bullets and kill time just to get a kill. I will work on this sometime this week after reset
Getting back into destiny, played from d2 launch to about after the forges, then slowly petered out and just jumped on from time to time, have seen similar vids but really liked this one. Really informative and definitely want to try out some of your tips.
Thanks!
Great job on these videos, Shadow.
Great video; awesome information and your voice is relaxing.
Thanks for the great info and break down, I suck at pvp but still grind it out anyways.
Not gonna lie, this is the first video of your that I've seen. Helps a lot so you've earned my sub
Thanks! Most of my viewers are new to my channel so I appreciate the sub :)
congrats on 20k bro
Awesome video so glad for finally getting some tips for controller 🙌😀
Really clear content!!! Thank you for the work!!!
Great video. Thanks 😊
I started using cover more and was able to get a few three shots. I've never gotten a three shot kill before, so I just want to thank you for helping. Good job on the video.
Thanks and congrats on the 3 taps 😤😤
Great video man, before watching this all I thought about was point and shoot
Great vid shadow I’m actually applying these to my daily gameplay and it came in handy. I know you said a good mix of range and stability but I was curious on your opinion as a controller player, my true prophecy has explosive payload opening shot and a choice of steady rounds or accurized; steady puts it at 57 range 58 stability, accurized 71 range 44 stability, given the perks would it be worth going steady just to have better recoil on controller? Or should I practice my own control to make accurized work? Sorry if it’s a long question
Nice video , really good advices , realized many of my mistakes , you got a new sub ^^
Thanks for watching 🥰
Congrats on 20k. 🥳. I remember when you had 1.5k. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the continued support!
One way I've found to help improve you aim is to go into a private mayhem match as a deadfall nightstalker, and shoot a tether at a random spot. Then, use that as a target
Ik this was posted a while ago and I just watched it yesterday but this video literally changed my aim in day thank you so much
massive W. Congrats!
It wouldve been nice finding this video much earlier. It took me months before i got the hang on how to play with hand cannons. I appreciate this video though.
nice and good video learned something new
Love these vids. They really change my pvp progress and give me courage if not just motivation.
Do you have advice for 2vs1 or other irregular situations?
Great video, just shared it with my clan as wr have a few players getting in to PvP more now that Stasis has been toned down a bit. Good job on the video mate👍
Awesome! Thanks a lot for sharing the video, that really helps! I hope they like the video too :)
Love your videos man you’ve become my favourite destiny you-tuber
Great video! Learned some new things and was pleasently surprised to know I've been doing a few things correct intuitively. GGs Guardian
Awesome!
I gotta say i watched one of your videos on how to improve you K/D and it has helped me so much! Thank you. I have always hated hand cannons and now just yesterday I has having fun playing with one! Keep up the video they are awesome :D
Thanks! My next video might be a part 2 on how to improve your kd. Sound interesting?
@@ShadowDestiny It does sound interesting! I'm always down to improve my k/d and game style! I'll be on the watch for it (:
I am terrible with Hand canons... This is an AWESOME video!! So many things I never even thought about after all of these years playing the game
Thanks so much! Hand cannons can be tough to use at times, but 100% worth the effort of learning! Glad you liked the video
Great video as always :)
Awesome work again man! Hope your channel explodes.
Much love
Hey Shadow - Thanks for the awesome videos! Helping me a ton. As a new to FPS player with 3 seasons into D2, I'm finally committing to improving my hand cannon game. I'm having some good sessions using 120s, working cover, peek shooting, but am wondering if I'm hamstringing myself by not just learning 140s. They hit like a comparative wet noodle, but do I need to just lean into that given the current sandbox?
Recently realized I was spam firing, so I've been working on pacing to fantastic results. All great tips, but that one hits home!
Same!
Insane analysis and gameplay thank you
Thanks for watching
Solid. Solid solid solid solid tips
Top video! Just a question, the perfect moment to shoot is when in the aiming you feel the slowing down??? Is it more or less correct? Together with the pacing obviously 😌
Thanks a ton man. This reignited my flame to use Sturm once again
I love Sturm
@@ShadowDestiny Bro! That's what I'm saying! :D
Thanks for this 👍
thanks for watching 👍 👍
using a 120 is the fastest way to get good at hand cannons as it forces you to play more conservative. This is how I got good with hand cannons and a large reason why igneous hammer is now my favorite hand cannon and 120s in general are my favorite weapon type.
I went from gold 2 to adept 1 after just a month of consistent practice in scrims and trials
Playing against players better then me and the loads of different playstyles made my confidence and ability to defend myself in those “the game is on the line” scenarios more comfortably and I come out on top a lot more often
Great guide
Love from Sweden
Thanks for the info
Enjoyed this tutorial
Where have you been my whole destiny career!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
just been here making the best videos I can :)
The best content and the best CZcams channel! Thank you for the tips
❤️❤️
Honeslty i feel like your the best advice giver when it comes to hand canons ever
Well thank you very much haha 😅
Can you please make a video like this about pulse rifles and fusions. I learned alot from this thanks.
Great video as usual! Can’t believe you’re already at 22k subs 💜
long time supporter! Thanks so much
@@ShadowDestiny Yes sir! I will be a life long supporter for sure! Once I get my PC fixed/built I would love to get together and play! 💯💜
gona try out these tips in game and will return in1 month to share my progress :)
Great video dude! Even as someone who uses handcannons a lot I learned something! Thanks for the shoutout as well :)
Awesome 😎 Thanks for sending some footage it was perfect for what I was trying to demonstrate
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I’m definitely gonna use these methods with Drang
Thank you so much for the time and effort you've put in that video, it was truly helpful !
Thanks Charles!
@@ShadowDestiny I went from an efficiency of 0.5 - 1.5 to 2.5 - 3.5... man I should have know that before I broke my controller... (Jk)
A year later and still helpful! This New light thanks you!
Great to hear! I try to make all of my vids so that they are relevant forever, so I'm glad it helped :D
This is a older video …but it’s still really good ! And still applies to present the destiny . Thanks shadow
thank you, I am glad you like it! I try to make almost alll of my videos in a way so they can still be applicable years down the road. Thanks for watching :)
A video that talks about cover a bunch!? I'm in!!
Cover is so OP haha
Got a pvp god roll for fatebringer and I got back into hand cannons a bit before since ace finally feels good again
I always rock a steady hand with iron gaze and stability mw with slideshot and ricochet rounds. And I love it even if It don’t got a damage perk
Great video! I have god roll Eyesluna but i’m garbage with hand cannons 😔
I picked up the lumina and I’m going to master it
thanks body you help me a lot
after i watched this video i got better with my HCS thank you very much
Thank YOU for watching 😎
pacing shots is something i’m working on this season and i’m consistently getting 3 taps now
That’s awesome 😎
Really good video and explanation. I’m in my 40s now, -10 reaction time and -20 aim assist that was natural in my 20s. Need all the help I can get to keep these kids off my lawn.
I’ve never watched more satisfying gameplay
;) I try to have interesting gameplay even if it’s just in the background
Luvd this video. Anyone who gets that many 'we ran...' medals and consistently lands headshots is worth getting tips from even if you're no longer a kinderguardian. Thanks Shadow :)
thank YOU :)
i recently came back to d2 and just the other day i was wondering if pacing shots was worth doing with 120s. so thanks for answering that :D
100%!
watched this after about an hour and i noticed i wouldnt keep the constant pressure on my right thumbstick, i would wait for the crosshair to adjust itself and would lose gunfights constantly, i made the adjustments and i just dropped a 33 kill hc game, cheers Shadow