The latest patch that targets spread and sprint recovery has changed how guns handle in Battlefield 6. Players report that the reticle recovers faster after shots and that the delay after sprinting is much smaller. This change makes burst fire and quick engagements more reliable than before. If you want to test the difference without pressure, try a quick session in a Battlefield 6 Bot Lobby and feel how weapons reset after you stop running.

Why weapons feel steadier now

Two technical changes explain the new feel. First, the spread or “bloom” collapses faster after you fire, so follow-up shots land closer to your first hit. Second, the sprint-to-fire penalty that used to keep your aim wide has been trimmed, so you can stop and shoot with less delay. Together, these shifts reward controlled bursts and fast reactions instead of guessing where the next shot will land. These are the main reasons low-recoil guns feel like lasers now.

Top guns that gained the most

A few weapons stand out after these fixes. The TAR-21 now holds tighter during long bursts and feels more precise at mid range. The L85A2 shines again as a mid-range control rifle with stable horizontal recoil. The M4 is a solid run-and-gun pick because it snaps back to accuracy quickly after a sprint. The DRS-IAR benefits as a semi-auto follow-up tool, letting you fire successive shots with less spread. The M433 is a quiet, steady option that plays well across many ranges. Try these in a Bot Lobby to confirm which one fits your aim.

Attachment tips for steady fire

The patch made a big difference, but the right attachments still matter. Pick barrels and brakes that cut vertical pull and lower recoil. For guns that trade recoil for damage, add a stability stock or heavy compensator so you can hold longer bursts. For high-damage rifles like the B36A4, a strong brake that controls kick now turns the gun into a usable mid-range threat. Test one attachment at a time in a Bot Lobby so you can clearly see how each change affects your groupings.

How playstyle should change

You can be more mobile without losing accuracy. Sprint into a lane, stop, and press the trigger: that flow now works much better. This favors short controlled bursts and movement combos over very long single-shot pacing. Weapons that once felt shaky at range can now serve as mid-range options if you tame recoil with the right parts. Teams that practice short bursts and slide-into-fire moves will win more fights now.

What to do next in practice

Do a quick routine each session. First, pick two or three top guns and try them in a Battlefield 6 Bot Lobby buy or a similar practice match to feel how they reset after sprinting. Second, change one attachment and test again to spot real differences in groupings. Third, shift your movement to more burst-and-move patterns in live matches. These steps will help you lock in which gun and setup fit your aim and the maps you play. If you want, I can turn these picks into exact loadouts for the TAR, L85, M4, or DRS-IAR.