Shotguns

Shotguns are a type of weapon in surviv.io. All shotguns use 12 gauge (Red) ammunition.Shotguns are used the most out of all the gun types in the game,due to their high damage.

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Most shotguns are useful only close-to-mid range, as the spread is initially narrow but branches far out as the pellets travel. Each shotgun is useful depending on your target and your equipment. For example, the M870 is useful against opponents with weaker guns like pistols and the MAC-10, as long as you strafe. The MP220 is good against opponents who don't know you're there, so you can get two quick shots off and kill them before they know you're there. The Saiga-12 is useful in almost any situation except against LMGs, in which its use can spiral down if you are in a bad spot.