What is an Airsoft sniper?

An airsoft sniper is probably the most popular role among all. And most of the people get into airsoft as a sniper without knowing the role quite well. Well, let me tell you something. In the airsoft games or in real life battle, it is nothing like Hollywood movies. You won’t be scope sniping people left and right one after another. It may seem cool and all, but the reality is far from it.

Most of the time you will have to stay in one place under your cover hiding from the enemy. Sometimes you get noticed by the other team’s sniper and taken out first. So, keep that in mind. Sniping is not like Hollywood movies. You have to keep your patience.

How many

You should have 1 or 2 snipers in the short team. And if your team consists of 10 or more player, you can increase the number of airsoft sniper. And radio to contact with the rest of the team.

Weaponry

Of course, a sniper rifle is necessary for a sniper. A sidearm is also essential. As a sniper, you should have your camouflage and light armor under it.

Airsoft Rifleman

What is an Airsoft Rifleman?

The very basic unite in airsoft games are the riflemen. Be in real-life combat or airsoft, the riflemen are the largest in number. Except for the special missions. The airsoft rifleman should know all the basics rules of the game. They should have their preferred automatic rifles.

For me, when I play as a rifleman, I like to use classic ak47. Riflemen engage with the enemies most. So they should have enough firepower. And all the other members in different airsoft roles should support them pushing forward or holding the ground.

How many

If your team has 10 or more player, then go for 4 or more rifleman if possible.

Weaponry

An Assault rifle like M-16 or AK-47, a sidearm, medium armor and a radio to communicate.

Airsoft Support Gunner

What is an Airsoft Support Gunner?

Airsoft Support Gunner is a vital role in different types of airsoft games. Their job is to support the team with heavy firepower when they are pushing forward or falling back. Sometimes the team needs to move forward in order to gain the upper hand of the match. And sometimes, they need to fall back and take cover as quickly as they can.

The support gunner opens fire with a heavy or a submachine gun to force the opponents to take cover for a short time period. In the meantime gets the time to act accordingly.

Support Gunners make the games more exciting and challenging.

How many

In a short team, 1 support gunner is good enough. But if you have 10 or more teammates, you can pick 2 support gunner for your team.

Weaponry

Heavy primary weapon. Something like SAW. Heavy armor and to communicate, a radio is needed.

Airsoft Medic

What is an Airsoft Medic?

Airsoft medic is an optional role actually. You can play with medics and without them. It solely depends on the game type. You can play an airsoft game without the revival or healing options. Or you can implement the healing rules and leave the healing or reviving duties on the airsoft medics, to keep the game more interesting.

Usually, airsoft medic is not to carry any heavy weaponry. As their main target is to heal his teammates not killing the opponents, he carries bandages with him. However, a medic can carry a light weapon to defend himself.

How many

If your team has 5-8 team members, you should have 1 medic. But if you have 10 or more members, you can get multiple medics in your team. Usually, I like to have 2 medics on my team.

Weaponry

Lightweight machine gun, bandages, and radio for communication.

Airsoft Grenadier

What is an Airsoft Grenadier?

Airsoft grenadier is one of the less popular airsoft roles out there? Why you may ask. Well, there are a few reasons for that.