Extended Machine Gun Range
⚪ Last updated 2021Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 6.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #190 of 333 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I miss the old Extended Range Machines Guns mod by JimmyArcade. I decided to make my own.
This mod extends the range of Machine Guns to that of Medium Lasers.
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
A simple gameplay tweak that extends Machine Gun range to match Medium Lasers. With 95 endorsements and 1,481 downloads, it's a niche but functional mod for MechWarrior 5 fans who want more versatile ballistic weapons.
✨ Key Features
Extends Machine Gun range to Medium Laser range
Simple gameplay tweak with no additional features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 95 endorsements and 1,481 downloads
- Directly addresses a common complaint about Machine Gun range
- Lightweight mod that doesn't bloat your load order
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects range, not damage or other stats
- May unbalance early-game encounters where Machine Guns are common
- Last updated in 2021 — could be outdated for current game patches
🎯 Is This For You?
For MechWarrior 5 players who want to use Machine Guns at longer ranges without swapping to Medium Lasers. Skip if you prefer vanilla balance or want more comprehensive weapon overhauls.
For MechWarrior 5 players who want to use Machine Guns at longer ranges without swapping to Medium Lasers. Skip if you prefer vanilla balance or want more comprehensive weapon overhauls.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with mods from 2021 — some patches may break older mods.
- Test in a quick mission to see if the new range feels balanced for your playstyle.
- If you use other weapon mods, load this one after them to ensure its changes apply.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Mechwarrior5mercenaries Mods
- Author
- TheHeathen
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 1,481
- Endorsements
- 95
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 6/20/2021
- Updated
- 7/5/2021
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