Big Gun Strategy in Tank Avenger: Make Every Shot Count
The Big Gun in Tank Avenger: Mixed Reality fires massive explosive bullets. Here is how to play slow, pick targets and stay protected between shots.
Some weapons win by volume. The Tank Avenger Big Gun wins by weight. The game describes it as firing massive explosive bullets, and that single line tells you how to play it: slowly, deliberately, and with a plan for the time between shots.
The mindset: quality over quantity
With a rapid weapon, a miss is cheap. With a heavy explosive shot, a miss may leave you exposed while you wait to fire again. We do not have exact reload numbers to quote, so test it in a low-pressure level and notice the rhythm. Then build habits around that rhythm.
Pick targets before you pick shots
Look at the field and decide which enemy you will hit first. Good first targets:
- The enemy with the clearest line to you. Removing them reduces incoming fire.
- Enemies clustered together, where an explosion can cause more trouble.
- Anyone guarding something you need, such as a flag in Capture the Flag.
Then wait for the best moment instead of shooting at the first chance.
Use cover between shots
After each shot, step behind a block. Think of a cycle: peek, fire, hide. Because your real body can lean around the arena, you can also change physical position to stay out of sight lines. Keep your play area free of obstacles while moving.
Explosions help with cover
Massive explosive bullets are valuable against enemies who hide. You do not need a perfect line when the blast reaches around the target. Use them to pry open a defensive position and let a faster weapon, or a team strategy, follow up.
Do not fight in the open
The Big Gun user's biggest enemy is exposure. Rapid-fire opponents punish you for standing in the open between shots. If the level layout is open, as it is in the Desert world with long sightlines, use blocks aggressively and avoid long duels. See our Desert guide.
Pair it with a defensive ability
Slow, powerful weapons benefit from protection. A Shield, an Extra Life or a Combat Drone can cover the gaps while you reload your approach. Read more in the Extra Life and Combat Drone guide.
When it is the wrong choice
The Big Gun is not ideal when you face many small, fast enemies at once. In that case, the Triple Gun's three bullets at once or the Fast Gun's rapid fire may handle the crowd better. Switching weapons for the right fight is a sign of skill, not weakness.
Upgrading it
Each weapon is upgradeable individually, and coins come from every battle. If the Big Gun suits you, make it your main upgrade target. Compare it with other weapons in the upgrade priority guide.
A mini routine
- Scan the field and choose the first target.
- Move to a spot with cover and a good line.
- Peek, fire, and hide.
- Reassess. Who is the next biggest threat?
- Repeat until the field is clear.
It feels almost like a puzzle game, and many players enjoy the calmer pace. For the full game overview, visit the Tank Avenger product page.
Rehearse the rhythm
Heavy weapons are all about timing, so rehearse the rhythm in an easy level before you rely on it. Fire a shot, count in your head how long you feel exposed, and then practise ducking behind a block for exactly that long. Repeating the cycle until it is automatic means you will not think about it during a hard fight. When your hands know the beat, you can spend your attention on the more important job of choosing targets and watching for flanks.
FAQ
What does the Big Gun do?
It fires massive explosive bullets.
Is the Big Gun good for crowded fights?
It can be, since explosions affect an area, but fast opponents may punish its slower pace. Consider the Triple Gun or Fast Gun for large crowds.
Should I fight in open areas with the Big Gun?
Try not to. Stay near cover between shots, especially on open maps.
Can I upgrade the Big Gun?
Yes, every weapon can be upgraded individually using coins from battles.
