Battlefield 2042 Mackay: Tips, abilities, and how to play

Battlefield 2042’s Mackay is fantastic for creative playmaking. Here’s how you can use him effectively.

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Battlefield 2042is defined by its unique and diverse array of Specialists, and if you’re looking for a character that’s ideal for aggressively, look no further than Webster Mackay. With a kit that focuses on creative playmaking and forward movement, Mackay is perfect for attacking objectives and exploiting holes in enemy defenses.

If you’re interested in learning how to play Mackay effectively but you’re not sure where to start, we have you covered with an in-depth guide to his abilities, tips for playing him, loadout suggestions, and more. Here’s everything you need to know about using Mackay in Battlefield 2042.

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Battlefield 2042 Mackay: Abilities and gadgets

Like the rest of theBattlefield 2042 Specialists, Mackay has a unique gadget as well as a unique ability. These give him the ability to operate very aggressively and creatively in combat. Here’s a look at Mackay’s kit:

Mackay’s defining gadget is his Grappling Hook, which allows him to pull himself to wherever the hook lands after it’s fired. Additionally, Mackay’s Nimble trait gives him the ability to move much faster than other Specialists when aiming down weapon sights, which makes him very effective at pushing into enemy positions. Thanks to the creative potential of the Grappling Hook and the speed of his movement in combat, Mackay is a powerful offensive Specialist that excels at assaulting dangerous defensive positions and capturing objectives.

Battlefield 2042 Mackay: Tips and tricks

Applying these general tips about Mackay will significantly improve your effectiveness with the character no matter whichBattlefield 2042 mapsor game mode you’re playing.

Battlefield 2042 Mackay: Loadout suggestions

Like most of thebest Xbox shootersavailable, Battlefield 2042 places a strong emphasis on putting together good loadouts. Because Mackay’s kit is all about aggressive play, loadouts that focus on close-to-mid range combat are generally your best options. However, there are some defense-oriented loadouts that can work well with Mackay too. Here are some suggestions:

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Brendan Lowry is a Windows Central writer and Oakland University graduate with a burning passion for video games, of which he’s been an avid fan since childhood. He’s been writing for Team WC since the summer of 2017, and you’ll find him doing news, editorials, reviews, and general coverage on everything gaming, Xbox, and Windows PC. His favorite game of all time is probably NieR: Automata, though Elden Ring, Fallout: New Vegas, and Team Fortress 2 are in the running, too. When he’s not writing or gaming, there’s a good chance he’s either watching an interesting new movie or TV show or actually going outside for once.Follow him on X(Twitter).