Long-distance shots, messy firefights, bad visibility, and that small pause before pulling the trigger. Most missions lean hard into sniper play, but things do not always stay clean. Sometimes the plan falls apart and you're dealing with incoming fire from every direction.
Works offline, which honestly makes it easy to pick up for a few missions without dealing with network nonsense. New rifles, gear unlocks, and optional purchases are there if you want them, but landing a difficult shot after three failed attempts still feels like the real reward.