Abyss's layout and engagement distances favor certain weapons over others. The Shorty leads with a 63.4% win rate, making it the statistically optimal choice for this map. Understanding which weapons excel here helps you make smarter buy decisions and maximize your competitive edge. Data from 18,343 competitive matches.
Understanding how different weapon categories perform on Abyss is essential for optimizing your economy and loadout decisions throughout each match. Our comprehensive analysis reveals that Heavys currently dominate this map with an impressive 60.4% average win rate, making them the strongest weapon category for players looking to maximize their impact on Abyss. The Odin leads the Heavy category with exceptional performance metrics. On the opposite end, Shotguns show the lowest average performance at 50.8% win rate, though skilled players can still find success in specific situations and engagement ranges. The overall average win rate across all weapon categories on Abyss is 54.6%, indicating favorable conditions for most weapon types. When managing your economy on Abyss, consider prioritizing Heavys during full buy rounds for maximum effectiveness, while understanding which budget options can still compete in force buy situations. This category-based breakdown helps you understand which weapon types thrive on this map's unique engagement distances, sightlines, and common combat scenarios.
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Abyss's unique layout creates distinct engagement distances that favor specific weapon choices. The long sightlines on this map make snipers particularly effective, with an average 55.4% win rate. Consider picking up an Operator or Marshal to control key angles.
For eco rounds, prioritize weapons that can still secure kills against full buys. The Sheriff's one-tap potential and the Marshal's long-range capability make them strong choices for light buy rounds on Abyss. During pistol rounds, consider your team's strategy - aggressive pushes may favor the Ghost's accuracy while defensive setups might benefit from the Classic's right-click burst.
The comprehensive weapon performance table below shows how every weapon performs on Abyss. Win rate indicates overall success when using the weapon, while pick rate shows meta popularity. Kills per match and headshot percentage reveal fragging efficiency. Use this data to optimize your loadouts for Abyss's unique engagement distances and angles.
Rank | Weapon | Category | Region | Tier | Platform | Mode | Kills/Match | Matches | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Shorty | Sidearm | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.28 | 1,902 | 63.4% |
| #2 |  Outlaw | Sniper | All | All | All | Competitive | 2.07 | 3,433 | 60.7% |
| #3 |  Odin | Heavy | All | All | All | Competitive | 3.14 | 350 | 61.1% |
| #4 |  Spectre | SMG | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.72 | 1,150 | 57.6% |
| #5 |  Operator | Sniper | All | All | All | Competitive | 3.22 | 4,059 | 56.0% |
| #6 |  Ghost | Sidearm | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.89 | 7,165 | 55.1% |
| #7 |  Phantom | Rifle | All | All | All | Competitive | 4.33 | 8,178 | 54.2% |
| #8 |  Marshal | Sniper | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.65 | 1,644 | 54.7% |
| #9 |  Classic | Sidearm | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.50 | 5,481 | 53.3% |
| #10 |  Bandit | Sidearm | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.76 | 2,888 | 53.8% |
| #11 |  Bulldog | Rifle | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.77 | 1,686 | 54.0% |
| #12 |  Vandal | Rifle | All | All | All | Competitive | 8.54 | 17,439 | 52.3% |
| #13 |  Ares | Heavy | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.81 | 94 | 59.6% |
| #14 |  Frenzy | Sidearm | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.49 | 219 | 55.7% |
| #15 |  Judge | Shotgun | All | All | All | Competitive | 2.29 | 1,200 | 51.4% |
| #16 |  Bucky | Shotgun | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.75 | 1,855 | 50.1% |
| #17 |  Sheriff | Sidearm | All | All | All | Competitive | 2.00 | 9,013 | 48.4% |
| #18 |  Guardian | Rifle | All | All | All | Competitive | 2.05 | 6,068 | 48.5% |
| #19 |  Stinger | SMG | All | All | All | Competitive | 1.47 | 1,298 | 47.0% |
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The Shorty is currently the best-performing weapon on Abyss, achieving a 63.4% win rate. Other top performers include Outlaw (60.7%), Odin (61.1%), Spectre (57.6%). These weapons excel on Abyss due to its engagement distances and common angles.
On Abyss, the Phantom (54.2% win rate) outperforms the Vandal (52.3%). The map's tighter angles favor spray control.
The best snipers on Abyss are Outlaw (60.7%), Operator (56.0%), Marshal (54.7%). The map's sightlines and engagement distances make these choices effective for holding angles and getting picks.
The best eco weapons on Abyss are Shorty (63.4%), Spectre (57.6%), Frenzy (55.7%). These offer strong value when your economy is limited.
On Abyss, Spectre (57.6%), Stinger (47.0%). SMGs excel in close-quarter engagements which may vary based on Abyss's layout.
Weapon effectiveness on Abyss can vary by rank. Lower ranks may see more success with forgiving weapons like the Phantom and Spectre, while higher ranks tend to favor the Vandal's one-tap potential and the Operator's map control. The data shown reflects performance across All Ranks, helping you make informed choices for your skill level.
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