auto-aim

Automatic targeting system

Auto-aim is a feature in video games that assists players by automatically targeting enemies or adjusting aim toward them.

The system ranges from subtle corrections that smooth out imprecise movements to aggressive targeting that locks onto opponents with minimal player input.

Auto-aim is standard in console shooters, where controller sticks lack the precision of a mouse, but it's controversial in competitive play where some consider it an unfair advantage.

Turn off auto-aim if you want to improve your actual aiming skills.

gaming

aimbot

Targeting cheat software

headshot · FPS · shooter · assist · tracking · snap · hitbox · cursor · reticle · controller

controversy

cheating

Deceptive rule-breaking

  • unfairUnjust or partial
  • advantageFavorable position or circumstance
  • skillAcquired ability through practice

debate · competitive · purist · crutch · noob · hardcore · balance · integrity · esports · ranked

accessibility

assist

To give support

motor · impairment · inclusive · gaming · settings · options · difficulty · accommodation · one-handed · mobility

Categories
Opposites
targeting control method

auto-aimiron sights

Fixed aiming posts on firearms

hip fire · scope · tracking

skill dependency

auto-aimhard mode

Elevated difficulty option

skill requirement

auto-aimprecision shooting

Accurate firearm targeting

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Rated G