It’s understandable that FPS games are one of the most competitive games out there. To survive and thrive, be prepared to learn a lot of skills.

It’s also true that becoming a pro FPS gamer in order to dominate your enemy is NOT needed. All you need to learn and train are some basic skills that will lead you further down the road. After that, you’re ready to go for more advanced techniques.

So let's move on to the main topic. I have 5 useful tips for you today.

Tip #1: Get familiar with the game before you go online

Or before you go and dare anybody in a solo game.

It's crucial to practice with the game first to know its ins and outs. Remember that map controlling plays a big role in winning the game. And you can have it if you pay close attention and remember the map while trying the game.

It’s usually the case that gamers will pick up only a few maps to play online. And it's your job to learn how to sneak behind the front lines and take advantages over your enemy. By doing so, you will balance the team strength even your team is the weaker one!

Tip #2: If possible, play with your favorite teammates

This is not always the case if you choose the 'lone wolf' style.

Fact is, even pro players need their backs covered while playing. They will go into battles together, and that will result in power. If you own this advantage, you can make a big jump in the online world.

What could be better than diving straight into the enemy lines with your close friends and achieve victory?

Guess what, your teammates could be online as well. Offline friends are better but it’s usually harder to have them if you're the only gamer among your peers.

Tip #3: Lack of communication and you’re aiming to failure

A team without communication won’t be a team anymore.

Because it could lead to misunderstanding that leads to failure. You might want your teammate to go back and cover you. But unfortunately, because you didn't say a thing so he moves forward and get a ‘head shot’. Not a good ending, right?

So how to keep the connection?

Very easy. If you're playing offline, just make some noises. Just say something. If you go online then there are many useful software that can help you. Have you tried Ventrilo yet?

Tip #4: Don’t go Rambo unnecessarily!

Don't charge forward if your role is to snipe out the enemy from the top!

Makes sense, right? We don’t need our sniper to charge forward and get killed if his role is to stay camping and pick out the enemy from afar.

Yet I have seen countless times my teammate goes Rambo and get a 'head-shot' almost instant! So, be very clear about your mission and stick to it.

Tip #5: Practice makes perfect

Don’t try to master too advanced skills if you don’t even know how to aim properly. Therefore, stick with your level.

Just call your friends and start practicing. Remember important skills such as communication and map reading.

You will also need to practice your aiming skill so that you will become deadlier. Because this skill alone will help carry your team to the final victory.

And in order to train this skill properly, we need a special weapon. The gaming mice!