[DJ_Kling]

I'd much rather see the game keep some form of realism.
The M21 is semi automatic in real life (i have fired several) and though the optics and range are already exaggerated in the game, i think full auto would make it just silly.

Most military snipers prefer a bolt-action rifle because of the accuracy and reliability. The M21 is a compromise between accuracy and rapid target engagement (go ahead, try to hand cycle a rifle and keep an eye on your scope...).

Its bad enough that 'sides' in the multiplayer are 90% snipers (real DF would have one per company or op-unit; Rangers dont have them at all or it would be assigned by the mission).