The Battlefield series has been about the destruction of the map, the overpowered weapons, the vehicles the players use to cause chaos, and what the player uses to win. In Battlefield 5 this rule still applies. From good melee weapons to the class-dependent item, everything factors into the outcome of the match and how well players fight. While having a good main gun is important, one's grenades complement it. They enhance the value of the loadout because they add that extra punch at the end of the player's attack.
While not all grenades operate the same way, they can offer tactical advantages. If used correctly they can be quite impactful, but on the other hand, a few don't stand out as much. This list should give players a good idea of which grenade they should use in their loadout, and will hopefully make playing one of the best multiplayer games in 2018 easier.
6 No. 36 Frag Grenade
This run-of-the-mill frag grenade can be found in other World War II shooters like Battlefield 5, and acts the same way in most of them. Players throw the grenade, and depending on how long they've cooked it for, it can explode quickly or slowly. The frag grenade starts off the list because it can be hit-or-miss. It can be a great throwable item to wipe an area quickly, provided players time their throw correctly and throw it in a closed-off area.
However, due to the chaotic nature of Battlefield 5, players will typically be throwing at a whim and be more unpredictable. The chance of not cooking the grenade is higher because players will want to get out of the chaos as fast as possible. With that, players will miss opportunities, allowing enemy players to flee because they can see grenades coming. When using the frag grenade in Battlefield 5, players should time their throws carefully and use them in closed-off areas where the damage can be more impactful. Open places like fields don't work as well, because enemy players will be able to see the grenade coming.
5 No. 74 Sticky Grenade
This grenade offers a lot for how small it is. It can do anything from disabling or taking out vehicles, to bringing down cover. Battlefield 5 has tons of destructible environments that can be taken down in multiple different ways, and the sticky grenade is one of the best ways to do it. Players can run quickly into an enemy position and drop a sticky grenade, letting the explosion do the rest of the work.
Unlike the frag grenade, which doesn't always land, players can easily stick this grenade on anything. It's guaranteed to go off, although it won't hit as hard. Players don't need to strategize as much; rather, they just place it. Sticky grenades can also throw the enemy off balance. For example, while the enemy team is firing away, a player can come in from behind, placing a sticky grenade to bring down cover.
Grenades in Battlefield 5 have a risk and reward playstyle. The sticky grenade is more balanced than others, with a lower risk and higher reward. It has a higher chance of hitting a target than a normal frag grenade does, and for that reason, it ranks higher.
4 Gelballte Ladung
This bundle grenade can be effective against tanks and infantry because of the damage it does. Players who use it against a tank should throw it when they are out of sight and when the tank not moving. Since it's a group of grenades and uses a fuse rather than impact, it takes time to go off. When it works, though, it really works, and players don't need to put themselves in danger for it to be effective.
While it's good for incapacitating tanks, it can also take down light armor vehicles, so players that have this in their loadout have a higher chance of beating vehicles. Not only is this grenade great against vehicles, but it can also take down a large placement of enemies sitting on a point, making life easier for the squad. However, players should note that since it's a fuse-triggered grenade, they should time their throw carefully and have a little patience with it.
3 M18 Smoke Grenade
One of the best features of Battlefield 5 is the ability to strategize more than most other shooters out there, and the smoke grenade can help with that. The other good thing about most grenades is that they can be taken into Battlefield 5's battle royale mode, Firestorm, and can make things easier for players. The smoke grenade is a multi-faceted option because. It can offer cover in an open field and throws the enemy team into disarray. What's more, it works even better for close-quarters attacks because players can't see where the squad is coming from.
If a medic player is trying to get to a downed teammate, they can throw a smoke grenade to act as a cover, allowing the medic to get the downed teammate faster while also making the enemy more confused about where the player is. The smoke grenade doesn't do damage, but it can be used in ways that can harm the enemy team. It can also protect players against snipers who often get one-shot kills.
2 No. 69 Impact Grenade
The impact grenade can be useful against a wide variety of enemies in Battlefield 5. Using it is simple as throwing, but players should look where they're using it. The best part about this grenade is the impact. Players can throw it anywhere, and it'll go off as soon as it hits the ground or target. This grenade can be impactful while players are being pinned down or suppressed — they can simply throw it towards the enemy, and it'll hit.
Using a frag grenade is great, but can cause problems. Players often throw it with the hopes of it hitting the target, but the impact grenade can hit as soon as it lands. It's better to use a grenade that goes off as soon as it lands, because it gives the enemy no reaction time, allowing the player to come in and finish the job. To get the most out of the impact grenade, players should use the element of surprise.
1 No. 76 Incendiary Grenade
One of the best things that the Battlefield games have had is the customization aspect. In Battlefield 5, players have the freedom to customize and experiment with every aspect of their loadout, including grenades. The incendiary grenade is one that players should use and experiment with because of what it does. While other grenades do damage on impact, the incendiary grenade allows for long-lasting damage and a wider range than the others.
Clearing out a house or a fixed position is easier with an incendiary grenade, and the wide range allows for more enemies to get hurt. On top of that, the long-lasting damage can be more effective than most. At first it'll seem like it's not doing anything, but it can trigger a chain reaction, which allows for more damage and more time. In every match, there should be at least one person within the squad that has the incendiary grenade equipped.
Battlefield 5 is available now on the Xbox One, PS4, and PC.
