A term used in the 1st Person Shooter, Call of Duty.
A Dropshot is a technique when you move your character into prone position while firing to evade incoming bullets and ultimately
kill the opponent.
It is used by more experienced players,
Although some
good players tend to talk down on a
player who uses the Dropshot.
When used correctly, the Dropshot is very effective because your opponent sometimes will not see you go prone due to their
gun obscuring their view.
For best results for attempting a Dropshot, the button layout, "Tactical", should be set.
This way, you can go prone by holding the right analog stick in and still be able to aim your
weapon.