A shootout is a form of confrontation between two or more people, usually involving the use of firearms. A shootout can also refer to a DUEL, which is a formalized combat between two individuals with matched weapons in accordance with agreed-upon rules. The term 'shootout' is often used to describe a situation where two or more people exchange gunfire in a confined space. The term 'DUEL' is typically used to refer to a pre-arranged fight between two people, usually with swords or pistols.