History of Aim Assist

Aim assist is the system that guides shots toward targets, governed by the Aim Assistance Weapon stat.

How it works

There are three mechanics: bullet magnetism (path correction; all inputs), and reticle magnetism and reticle friction (controller only). The stat widens an invisible cone; Range extends its depth, Stability stops it shrinking during sustained fire, and zoom indirectly extends it. Bullets only bend within a weapon's effective range, and assist falls off as bloom grows during continuous fire.

Where it matters

Perks and mods such as Hip-Fire Grip raise it; values differ per weapon (the Last Word is noted as strong on controller).