This is a guide on using your Parachute and Wingsuit in Knives Out. Read ahead to learn basic parachute and wingsuit controls, tips on where to land, and the advantages of each!
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What are Parachute Controls?
Controls After Exiting the Transporter
Parachute controls refer to the series of actions from exiting the helicopter at the start of the match, using the wingsuit, to deploying the parachute to land on the ground. By mastering these controls, you can land precisely at your desired location.
Land Before Your Enemies
When enemies are also trying to land at your desired point, the player who lands faster can secure more supplies. Having more supplies gives an advantage, so skill in parachute control significantly impacts your early game advantage or disadvantage.
Wingsuit Controls
Exiting the Transporter
When the match starts, all participants are on a transporter. You move towards the battlefield in the transporter, and once you are within the droppable range, you can tap "Exit". Tap "Exit" to jump out of the transporter wearing a wingsuit.
Note the Droppable Range
The droppable range has a "start point" and an "end point". The seconds displayed below the "Exit" button indicate the time until reaching the end point of the droppable range. If you reach the end point, you will be automatically dropped from the helicopter, so be careful.
Change Viewpoint with the Right Stick
While descending in a wingsuit, you can control your viewpoint with the right stick to decide your landing direction. Pushing the stick up (down) to maintain a higher (lower) viewpoint allows you to aim for distant (nearby) locations.
Head to the Landing Point with the Left Stick
While descending in a wingsuit, you can use the left stick to speed up or slow down your flight speed. Pushing the stick up (down) will increase (decrease) your flight speed. If you do nothing, you will descend at an average speed.
Combine Left and Right Stick Controls
Descend Directly at High Speed
If you want to land on the ground quickly, push the left stick up and the right stick down to descend directly at the fastest speed. Recommended for players who have trouble reaching distant points.
Travel to Distant Locations
If you want to extend your travel distance, push both sticks up to aim for the farthest point within the wingsuit's flight range. Although your descent speed will decrease, you can land in a distant location, allowing you to land in an area with no enemies and safely gather supplies.
Parachute Controls
Forced Deployment at a Certain Altitude
While descending in a wingsuit, your parachute will automatically deploy when you reach a certain altitude (indicated by a white bar). Parachute controls differ from wingsuit controls, and require precise adjustments to land at an exact spot.
Parachute Can Also Be Opened at High Altitudes
Even if you haven't reached the white bar, you can . For the fastest descent, don't open it manually. If you want to cover more distance, open the parachute early. Use these options depending on your desired landing spot.
Change Viewpoint by Swiping the Right Screen
During parachute operation, you can control your viewpoint by swiping the right side of the screen. Use this to check precisely where you want to land and who is landing around you.
Descent Speed Changes with the Left Stick
During parachute operation, you can use the left stick to speed up or slow down your descent speed. Pushing the stick up (down) will increase (decrease) your descent speed and also make you move forward (descend directly).
Use Left and Right Controls for Accurate Landing
▲Landing spot allowing immediate loot pickup from a 2F balcony
By deciding your target location using right-screen viewpoint changes and combining it with left-stick descent controls, you can land accurately at your desired spot. When an enemy is trying to land in the same building, the player who can control the parachute more precisely is more likely to win.
Parachute Techniques (Basic)
Utilize the Multi-Dive Feature
If you have teammates, you can descend with the same parachute as a chosen member during the waiting phase. Beginners should try following an experienced player and landing together. This feature can be toggled ON/OFF, so turn it OFF if not needed.
Detachable During Descent
While descending in a wingsuit, you can tap the detach button to separate from the multi-dive. After detaching, you will have to control your descent yourself. Note that you cannot detach during parachute operation.
Check Surroundings Before Landing
While descending with a parachute, check for nearby enemies. While pressing the "eye mark (freelook)" on the top right of the screen, you can change only your viewpoint without affecting your movement. Assess whether to pick up a weapon and quickly engage or to keep your distance.
Parachute Techniques (Intermediate)
Land as Close to Buildings as Possible
Try to land your parachute as close to buildings as possible. In crowded landing spots, how quickly you can pick up a weapon and react is very important.
Recommended Landing Spots
1. Land Where Cars Are Parked
This strategy involves landing at a location with cars and then driving to a safer spot with fewer enemies. The goal is to secure a vehicle before supplies, then gather supplies in a safe area, making it a high-survival strategy.
2. Towns with Many Buildings
Areas with many houses and apartments are rich in supplies, allowing you to find plenty of weapons and healing items. However, the probability of enemies landing here is high, and combat is very likely. This is not highly recommended for beginners.
Confirm Enemy Positions Before and After Landing
In the area you are descending into, other players may also be landing. After landing, you won't have much equipment, so try to avoid engagements. Before and after landing, check which houses players are landing in and if anyone is nearby, and try to secure an advantageous position.
Aim for High Ground When Descending
After landing, you need to secure supplies quickly, so aim to descend onto high ground where you can land faster than on flat terrain. Additionally, high ground offers a wider field of view than flat terrain, making it easier to spot enemies and giving you an advantage in combat.
Parachute Settings
Auto-Follow ON/OFF Can Be Set
Before matching, you can set whether to auto-follow other players or not. Furthermore, it's also possible to configure settings to prevent follow-descents from anyone other than acquaintances.
