Post by "Runaway" on Jan 5, 2008 10:42:33 GMT -5
These probably won't be a surprise to the vast amount of veterans visiting the forum, but these tips helped me survive during my first game at CDP. Thought I might pass them on.
1. Standing out in the open gets you shot.
Rocket science right? For the longest time I played rec ball where cover was more a coward’s tactic than a smart man's game, and not surprisingly I found myself in the dead zone quite often.
2. Rely on your buddies.
Another no brainer, but for most folks who join in a game alone it will improve your survivability if you get to know a few people and hang around with them. They can cover your flank, provide covering fire or give you useful advice/tools midgame to help you stay alive.
3. Mind your limbs.
Anyone who's played for awhile has no doubt taken a leg or arm shot, mostly due to that limb being exposed when they thought it was covered. Tuck in your elbows and watch your knees when you crouch and you should be alright.
4. *camo* is one of your best friends.
While a bright white t-shirt and blue jeans may be comfortable to play in, when you’re walking through browns and greens your going to stand out like a fire truck in a car show. A good set of army cammies can be picked up from your local surplus store or through Sceneriosupply for a good deal, and they'll help mask your presence from your enemy.
5. Don't stand in front of an enemy tank.
6. Marker maintenance/stocking is essential.
I've seen quite a few people having to leave the field due to lack of paint/air or the nefarious gremlins that work their way into our markers. Simple maintenance such as oiling o-rings and cleaning gear can go a LONG way in keeping you on the field for the full day. Also, try to carry enough ammo/air that you won't run out in one good firefight, as that tends to be a bit... incontinent.
7. Think like your *enemy*.
Hard to do if you don't know the big names on the field, but try to think like the general. Does it make good sense to launch an all-out assault on the high-value targets at the beginning of the game, or would it be a better choice to attack a less defended target to draw off defenders? Using this will help you anticipate and help defeat your opponent.
8. Cover fire for a purpose!
Spraying a ton of paint randomly, though while a good stress reliever, isn’t doing your advancing teammates much good. Concentrate your fire on one or two people, using bursts to try and get them to keep their heads down. If they can't see your teammates, they can't shoot them.
9. Grenades are *not* just for looks.
While a squadbusters make a good joke, they do serve a valid tactical purpose. If your team keeps getting pinned by a particularly heavy battle, try lobbing a grenade into the fray. If it doesn't get your enemy out, it will almost assuredly force them to re-locate out of fear of a second attack. These are also *ideal* for taking out those well-dug trenches.
10. Flanking
Your flanks are your sides and rear, and by flanking you are attempting to strike at your enemy's vulnerable sides and rear. This can be done with a little patience or a little teamwork. For example, in a squad of 4, have 2 players lay cover fire at the target you want down, sent out 2 to move on either side of the target. If they don't die from the cover fire, they'll either have to retreat or get shot out.
11. Communicate!
Nothing is as embarrassing as friendly fire. Whether hand signs, verbal codes or radio communication, use it to keep the fire at the enemy and the forces moving to where they are required.
Yikes, I didn't expect it to be this long but hopefully someone will take something good away from these. If you want, post some tactics that keep you and your squad alive. The more we learn, the more we enjoy.
-Bunker
1. Standing out in the open gets you shot.
Rocket science right? For the longest time I played rec ball where cover was more a coward’s tactic than a smart man's game, and not surprisingly I found myself in the dead zone quite often.
2. Rely on your buddies.
Another no brainer, but for most folks who join in a game alone it will improve your survivability if you get to know a few people and hang around with them. They can cover your flank, provide covering fire or give you useful advice/tools midgame to help you stay alive.
3. Mind your limbs.
Anyone who's played for awhile has no doubt taken a leg or arm shot, mostly due to that limb being exposed when they thought it was covered. Tuck in your elbows and watch your knees when you crouch and you should be alright.
4. *camo* is one of your best friends.
While a bright white t-shirt and blue jeans may be comfortable to play in, when you’re walking through browns and greens your going to stand out like a fire truck in a car show. A good set of army cammies can be picked up from your local surplus store or through Sceneriosupply for a good deal, and they'll help mask your presence from your enemy.
5. Don't stand in front of an enemy tank.
6. Marker maintenance/stocking is essential.
I've seen quite a few people having to leave the field due to lack of paint/air or the nefarious gremlins that work their way into our markers. Simple maintenance such as oiling o-rings and cleaning gear can go a LONG way in keeping you on the field for the full day. Also, try to carry enough ammo/air that you won't run out in one good firefight, as that tends to be a bit... incontinent.
7. Think like your *enemy*.
Hard to do if you don't know the big names on the field, but try to think like the general. Does it make good sense to launch an all-out assault on the high-value targets at the beginning of the game, or would it be a better choice to attack a less defended target to draw off defenders? Using this will help you anticipate and help defeat your opponent.
8. Cover fire for a purpose!
Spraying a ton of paint randomly, though while a good stress reliever, isn’t doing your advancing teammates much good. Concentrate your fire on one or two people, using bursts to try and get them to keep their heads down. If they can't see your teammates, they can't shoot them.
9. Grenades are *not* just for looks.
While a squadbusters make a good joke, they do serve a valid tactical purpose. If your team keeps getting pinned by a particularly heavy battle, try lobbing a grenade into the fray. If it doesn't get your enemy out, it will almost assuredly force them to re-locate out of fear of a second attack. These are also *ideal* for taking out those well-dug trenches.
10. Flanking
Your flanks are your sides and rear, and by flanking you are attempting to strike at your enemy's vulnerable sides and rear. This can be done with a little patience or a little teamwork. For example, in a squad of 4, have 2 players lay cover fire at the target you want down, sent out 2 to move on either side of the target. If they don't die from the cover fire, they'll either have to retreat or get shot out.
11. Communicate!
Nothing is as embarrassing as friendly fire. Whether hand signs, verbal codes or radio communication, use it to keep the fire at the enemy and the forces moving to where they are required.
Yikes, I didn't expect it to be this long but hopefully someone will take something good away from these. If you want, post some tactics that keep you and your squad alive. The more we learn, the more we enjoy.
-Bunker
