Playing Solo vs Squad (1v4) is the ultimate test of skill in Garena Free Fire. It is terrifying, chaotic, and incredibly rewarding. If you want to improve your reflexes, movement, and game sense, this is the mode you must master.


However, you cannot play 1v4 the same way you play normal matches. You are outnumbered, which means you need to be smarter, faster, and deadlier. Here is your ultimate guide to wiping out full squads alone.

The Golden Rule of 1 vs 4 "Never fight four players at the same time. You must turn a 1v4 battle into four separate 1v1 battles."

1. Isolation and Positioning

The biggest mistake beginners make is jumping into the middle of a squad. If four enemies shoot you at once, you will die instantly, no matter how good your armor is.

Divide and Conquer

You need to isolate enemies. Use cover to block the line of sight of three enemies while you fight the fourth one.
Example: If a squad is rushing you, run into a building. As they chase you, they will usually separate (one comes through the window, one through the door). Kill the first one instantly before the others arrive.

Constant Movement (Shoot & Scoot)

Never stay in the same spot after knocking down an enemy. The remaining three teammates will communicate and throw grenades at your last known location. Knock one down, change position, reload, and wait for the next one.

2. Best Character Combination for SvS

In Solo vs Squad, you need characters that allow you to clutch situations and heal during combat.

Slot Character Why?
Active Wukong / Tatsuya Wukong resets cooldown after a kill, making him the King of 1v4. Tatsuya gives instant speed to escape crossfires.
Passive 1 Jota You don't have time to use medkits mid-fight. Jota heals you instantly when you knock down enemies with guns.
Passive 2 Hayato When your HP gets low (which will happen often), Hayato increases your armor penetration, letting you kill faster.
Passive 3 Kelly (Awakened) Speed is essential for repositioning and flanking.

3. Weapon Selection Strategy

You need high Damage Per Second (DPS). You cannot afford to empty a whole magazine just to kill one person.

Close Range: M1887 or MP40

The M1887 (Double Barrel) is the best SvS weapon because it can knock an enemy in two shots, allowing you to instantly put up a Gloo Wall. If you prefer SMGs, the MP40 or UMP are great, but ensure you have level 3 magazines.

Mid/Long Range: Marksman Rifles

Weapons like the Woodpecker or SVD are superior to standard ARs in 1v4. They deal massive damage per shot, meaning you can peek, shoot once, and hide (Peek & Fire technique).

4. Utility Usage: Grenades and Gloo Walls

In a 1v4, your utility items are just as important as your guns.

The "Bait" Grenade

When you knock down an enemy, do not thirst (finish) them immediately if they are behind cover. Throw a cooked grenade at the downed body. Usually, a teammate will rush in to revive them, and you can get a double kill with one explosion.

Gloo Wall Management

You need to be fast. Practice the "Sit-up Gloo Wall" technique. Furthermore, try to use "Left Fire Button" to place walls while rotating your camera. Always keep at least 2 Gloo Walls in reserve for escaping.

5. When to Retreat

There is no shame in running away. If you knock one enemy but take heavy damage, reset the fight.

Strategic Retreat: Use a window, a launchpad, or a vehicle to pull back 50 meters. Heal up, reload, and re-engage from a different angle. The enemy squad will be confused and panicked trying to revive their teammate.

Conclusion

Winning a Solo vs Squad match is the most satisfying feeling in Free Fire. It requires patience, map awareness, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Remember: Separate them, kill them one by one, and never stop moving.

Equip Wukong, grab a Shotgun, and go dominate the lobby!