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Knife VS Gun DUELS Guide: Your first steps in the lobby

[๐Ÿ–๏ธ] Knife VS Gun DUELS
Knife Gun Duels, Playing 5.6K, Rating 85.9%
Creator Knife Gun Duels
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Rating 85.9%
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Overview

Knife VS Gun DUELS is a one-on-one PvP game where you step onto a duel pad in the lobby and immediately fight another player using either a knife or a gun. Win duels to earn coins, unlock items, trade with others, and climb the streak leaderboard. This guide covers how to get started, how to fight with each weapon, how to spend your coins wisely, and how to stay safe while trading.

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01

Your first steps in the lobby

Step
In short Getting familiar with the lobby layout before you step on a pad is the fastest way to feel comfortable in your first few duels.

When you load in, take a moment to find the duel pads, the shop, your inventory, the cases area, and the leaderboard before you do anything else. Your first few duels matter less for winning and more for learning how movement, jumping, and the camera feel. Try both a knife duel and a gun duel early on so you understand how the game works from both sides.

  1. Learn the lobby

    find the duel pads, shop, inventory screen, cases area, and leaderboard before stepping on anything.

  2. Try both weapons

    play a few rounds with a knife and a few with a gun to see how each side feels.

  3. Check why you lost

    after each duel, ask whether you lost because of distance, aim, or your opening move.

  4. Hold some coins back

    do not spend everything right away; wait until you know what you actually want.

Ask on the board
02

Knife versus gun โ€” how each side plays

Table
In short Knife players close the gap with unpredictable movement, while gun players win by keeping distance and placing their aim ahead of where the opponent is heading.

The two weapons demand completely different approaches to the same duel. A knife player who runs straight at the opponent is easy to shoot, so side-to-side movement and cover are essential. A gun player who only backs up will eventually run into a wall or the edge of the map, so position matters as much as aim. After either side misses, moving sideways to reset the angle before attacking again is a habit worth building early.

Knifeclose distance โ€” strafe left and right and use cover; rush in right after the opponent misses.
Gunkeep distance โ€” hold your aim on the path the opponent is taking, then fire when they land or change direction.
Knife riskpredictable jumps โ€” repeating the same jump direction lets the opponent read you.
Gun riskbacking into walls โ€” retreating in a straight line traps you at the map edge.
Shared habitreset after missing โ€” move sideways before your next attack instead of repeating the same angle.
Opening readopponent type โ€” spend the first one or two seconds checking whether they rush straight in or hang back.
03 Live and upcoming events Events

Events running now or coming soon. They have fixed dates, so check them first.

Live now โ€“

MATCHMAKING UPDATE! ๐ŸŸข

- Global Matchmaking! - 2 New Bundles - OG MAP IS BACK!

Upcoming โ€“

THANKSGIVING UPDATE! ๐Ÿฆƒ

- New Lobby - New Thanksgiving Event - New Bundles - New Rewards And More ;)

See the whole schedule
04

Building your coin stash early on

Tips
In short Winning consistently with basic play builds coins faster than chasing tough opponents, and planning before you spend keeps your stash growing.

Coins come from winning duels, so the most reliable way to earn them is to find match-ups where you can actually compete rather than taking on the toughest players in the lobby over and over. Once you have coins, check the price of what you want before opening your wallet. Cases give random items, so deciding how many you will open โ€” and sticking to that number โ€” saves you from spending everything on luck.

Tips worth knowing
  • Learn both weapons well enough to earn at least one win with each, no matter which side you are put on.
  • Check an item's price before spending so you are never caught short of something you actually want.
  • Set a coin limit before opening any cases, since the result is random and you can burn through coins quickly.
  • After buying anything, open your inventory and confirm the item is equipped in the correct knife or gun slot.
05

Controls and sensitivity on each device

Summary
In short Learning your device's controls and adjusting sensitivity in small steps gives you a stable foundation before worrying about tactics.

On PC, movement uses W, A, S, and D, Space handles jumping, and the mouse covers aiming and attacking. On a phone or tablet, the virtual stick on the left side of the screen moves your character, swiping the right side moves the camera, and on-screen buttons handle attacking and jumping. If you use a controller, open Roblox's control settings before your first duel and confirm the left and right stick assignments along with the attack button. When adjusting sensitivity, change it a little at a time and play a few duels before touching it again โ€” large jumps make it hard to tell what actually helped.

  • PC

    W/A/S/D to move, Space to jump, mouse to aim and attack.

  • Phone or tablet

    left virtual stick to move, right-side swipe to turn the camera, on-screen buttons to jump and attack.

  • Controller

    check left and right stick assignments and the attack button in Roblox settings before playing.

  • Sensitivity too high

    aim overshoots the target; nudge it down and test for a few duels before adjusting again.

  • Sensitivity too low

    camera feels slow to turn; nudge it up slightly and avoid large changes at once.

06

Diagnosing a losing streak

Check
In short Splitting losses into specific causes โ€” distance, aim, opening move, or connection โ€” makes each one fixable in just a few duels.

Before blaming the opponent's gear, try to pin your loss on one thing. Getting eliminated before you reach your opponent points to how you move in; getting rushed down points to distance control; shots passing through thin air point to aim or sensitivity; opponents seeming to teleport points to your connection. Pick one fix, apply it for five duels, and judge results by whether your behaviour changed, not just the scoreboard.

  • Lost on distance avoid straight-line approaches and use side-to-side movement and cover instead.
  • Lost on aim lower your sensitivity slightly and practise placing the crosshair where the opponent is about to be, not where they are.
  • Lost on the opening spend the first second or two watching the opponent move before committing to an angle.
  • Lost while rushing slow down and pick one action goal for the next five duels rather than trying to fix everything at once.
  • Lost to lag lower graphics settings, close background apps, and switch to a more stable connection before continuing.
  • Duel not starting check whether a player is standing on the opposite pad; if not, move to a different pad.
07

Safe trading and avoiding scams

Warn
In short Every trade should go through the game's official exchange screen, and any deal that involves outside promises or payments is a scam.

Always use the in-game trade screen and review the item name, quantity, and rarity one final time before you confirm. Item values shift when new content is added, so one person's offer is not always a fair price. Watch for a last-second swap where someone replaces an agreed item right before you hit confirm. Anyone who asks you to send items first and receive something later, or who points you to an outside site, is trying to take your items without giving anything back.

Worth watching out for
Only use the official in-game trade screen no outside websites, voice promises, or messages.
Check every detail before confirming item name, quantity, and rarity should all match what was agreed, and watch for a last-second swap.
Never send items first there is no way to get them back if the other player does not follow through.
Never share your password or any login codes no trade or offer is worth that.
Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable use Roblox's built-in tools without hesitation.
08

Game passes worth knowing about

Tips
In short Read the current in-game description for any pass before buying, and check whether it actually affects duel performance or only cosmetics.

Several game passes are available. The lobby jetpack is marked as usable in the lobby only, so it has no effect on duel outcomes. The VIP pass lists a chat tag, a name tag, and a coin bonus at the time of purchase among its stated benefits. A custom crosshair option also exists. Prices and availability can change, so check the current in-game listing before spending anything.

Tips worth knowing
  • Lobby jetpack is for the lobby only and does not affect duels.
  • VIP lists a chat tag, name tag, and a purchase-time coin bonus in its description.
  • Custom crosshair exists as an option; review the in-game description for current details.
  • A tip jar donation feature is also present in the game.
  • Always get a parent's permission before purchasing any game pass.
09

Redeem codes

Step
In short Codes expire and are single-use, so enter them carefully and soon after you find them.

The game distributes free codes from time to time, and several are currently active. Each code works only once, and most have an expiry date, so use one as soon as you have it.

  1. Find the input button

    look near the menu or shop area in the lobby for a dedicated code entry button.

  2. Type carefully

    one wrong letter, wrong case, or missed number means the code will not work.

  3. Use it quickly

    codes carry expiry dates, so waiting too long means losing the reward.

  4. Watch for new codes

    official in-game announcements and the game's social channels are where codes are posted.

10 Working codes Codes
THANKYOU49800 500 Coins
500 Coins
500KVISITS 2,500 Coins
2,500 Coins
FREEUNBOX 2,500 Coins
2,500 Coins
FREECOINS 2,500 Coins
2,500 Coins
Every code, and the votes on it, are on the codes page

Glossary

Glossary
Duel
A one-on-one match where the first player to eliminate the other wins.
Duel pad
A marked spot on the lobby floor that starts a duel when you step on it.
Lobby
The area you return to between duels, containing the pads, shop, inventory, and leaderboard.
Streak
The number of duels you have won in a row without losing.
Coins
The in-game currency earned by winning duels, used to unlock and buy items.
Inventory
The screen where you view and equip your knives, guns, and skins.
Case
A purchasable container that gives a random item when opened.
Trade
The in-game feature that lets two players exchange items through an official screen.
Skin
A cosmetic item that changes how a weapon looks.
Crosshair
The aiming marker at the centre of your screen used to line up shots with a gun.

Common questions

FAQ

Do I need to spend Robux to enjoy this game?

No. Basic duels, coin earning, and item collecting are all available without spending anything.

Which weapon should I start with?

If you prefer getting in close and moving fast, the knife suits that style. If you would rather keep your distance and take careful shots, the gun fits better. Try both for a few duels each so you can handle whichever side you are assigned.

What is the fastest way to earn coins?

Winning duels is the direct source of coins. Spend coins on things you have already decided you want rather than putting everything into cases.

How do I climb the leaderboard?

Keep winning to build streaks and climb the leaderboard. After each loss, identify one specific thing to fix and focus on that for the next few duels rather than rushing back in with the same approach.

My duel is not starting. What do I do?

Check whether a player is standing on the opposite pad. If nobody is there, move to a different pad and try again.

Updated Nov 12, 2026
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