Aliens Dark Descent – Schnelle Tipps und Tricks für Einsteiger

Rather than focusing solely on receiving rewards, I have decided to contribute by sharing valuable information that can benefit newcomers to the game. I aim to provide helpful tips and insights without revealing any major plot details that could spoil the experience.

While the guide will start off with basic information due to my ongoing journey of completing the game, it will gradually expand as I gather more useful insights. Jedoch, I will exercise discretion and omit certain details that could potentially spoil significant aspects of the game, while still ensuring a solid foundation for the guide.

Crew Management on the Otago

If a soldier is feeling fatigued but is already receiving treatment in the medbay, it is not necessary to assign a doctor to them. Resting in the medbay will allow them to recover while they heal from their injuries. Jedoch, if you are planning to progress to the next day, it’s advisable to utilize any available doctor charges before doing so.

In terms of prioritizing soldier traits, it is recommended to focus on traits that prevent fatigue, allow them to address their own trauma, and remove negative traits. This approach helps to streamline gameplay and reduce the complexity of managing various mechanics that can become overwhelming.

When it comes to psychiatry treatment, keep in mind that it removes 2 pips of trauma per day. daher, it is not necessary to assign a marine to the psych ward if they only have 1 point of trauma, unless there is a free spot available and you intend to progress to the next day.

Maps are Persistent

It’s important to remember that everything in the game is persistent. If you find yourself in a situation where you have to leave certain items or sentries behind because you had to quickly exit a map, Mach dir keine Sorgen—they are not lost forever. You can always return on another day to retrieve them and continue from where you left off.

The same principle applies to rooms you may have passed by without being able to access them due to lacking a hacker or a marine with the smart trait. You have the option to revisit those rooms at a later time if you wish. Jedoch, it’s generally more efficient to prioritize exploring uncharted areas with multiple rooms or buildings remaining, as spending an entire day on a single medkit, a few tools, or a small amount of ammo (which won’t carry over between days) may not be worth the cost. It’s worth noting that spending excessive days has certain downsides, but to avoid spoilers, I won’t go into further detail.

Weapons and Upgrades

Based on my observations, it appears that all classes receive the revolver as their secondary weapon upon promotion from a private. Although the revolver has a smaller clip size compared to the starting pistol, it has the potential to deal up to 3 damage per hit instead of just 1. Jedoch, it’s worth noting that the damage rolls for the revolver range from 1 Zu 3. Infolge, some players argue that the starting pistol is more ammo-efficient for low-level marines. Jedoch, once a marine gains 1 oder 2 levels of accuracy, it might be more beneficial to equip them with the revolver.

The Smart Gun, while it may evoke nostalgia, offers significant advantages through its class-specific upgrades. It can be deployed as an improvised turret, with your marine using their secondary weapon. Zusätzlich, it enhances the effects of slowdown in the suppression cone, was es zu einem wertvollen Gut macht.

Meiner Meinung nach, the sniper rifle is a crucial asset for the recon class. The recon’s ability to equip a silencer on the sniper rifle allows for stealthy elimination of troublesome patrols without alerting nearby enemies. This approach enables you to remain undetected, reducing stress buildup and minimizing aggression. It also allows you to eliminate targets without the need to navigate around them or let them pass.

Regarding the heavy pulse rifle, while it provides larger magazines and improved ammo efficiency, it comes at the cost of losing the ability to launch grenades for the specific marine equipped with it. One potential strategy is to equip everyone in your squad with the heavy pulse rifle but retain at least one or two marines with the normal pulse rifle to ensure you aren’t left without grenades if you lose the grenadier marine.

Mines can prove quite useful. Placing them on enemy spawn points can help control their population. Vor allem, mines do not cause team damage or trigger the „you are sighted“ Mechaniker. Jedoch, they may attract other enemies due to the explosion. They can be effectively used to cover escape routes or provide defensive placement in front of your sentries.

I have yet to unlock the plasma rifle mentioned in the trailer and comments. Once I acquire it, I will provide my thoughts and insights on its effectiveness.

The RPG can be challenging to control as it requires leading the target. It’s most effective either with good timing or when the target is moving directly towards you. Jedoch, the RPG deals significantly higher damage compared to a standard grenade, making it a worthwhile choice for players who face high-health enemies or frequently engage in medium/high aggressiveness.

Resource Management

When exploring the maps, it’s advisable not to bring any resources with you. The maps are vast, and each location starts off peaceful, giving you ample time to gather resources and fill up your bags. Zusätzlich, most maps provide at least 1-2 turrets or supply them when needed. By not bringing resources, you can collect more items to bring back to the Otago and build up supplies for challenging missions or as backup for redeployment. The only exceptions could be a medkit for emergencies and one sentry since they are refilled for free at the Otago, providing additional ammunition.

Regarding ammo, there is no limit to how much you can pick up during a mission. Jedoch, ammo does not carry over to the Otago. To ensure there is enough ammo available on subsequent trips or for new squads, it’s recommended to limit yourself to 6-8 spare magazines. The generic ammo pouches upgrade is useful as it grants an extra magazine, reducing the need to consume ammo found on the map.

Make use of your command points, as they can be invaluable in various situations and can help save ammunition. Zum Beispiel, if faced with a horde at a narrow chokepoint, deploying a napalm pool can force them to walk through fire along with your bullets. When confronted by a close-range enemy, using a shotgun can eliminate the threat without risking injuries. Take advantage of opportunities to use grenades or other command abilities on bosses or enemies not yet in melee range.

Command points are an infinite resource, so utilize them accordingly. It’s recommended to always keep at least 1 command point available for unexpected challenges. Zum Beispiel, deploying sensors is best done when you have 3 or more command points.

Research in the game is abundant, and it accumulates faster over time as you defeat enemies and bosses. Most research items are decent, but it’s advisable to avoid the pheromone mine, as it can attract unwanted attention. The hive tranq and pheromones, andererseits, provide good value as they effectively reduce the overall difficulty by one level.

Combat Tactics

If you are spotted by enemies and they are already pursuing you, your initial instinct might be to retreat and establish a defensive perimeter or avoid further encounters. Jedoch, this approach can be counterproductive, as it leads to increased stress for your marines and aggression from the enemy. Stattdessen, it is advisable to change your mentality and focus on maximizing your productivity while you are already spotted. This means taking the opportunity to explore new areas and rooms, even if they contain threats like facehuggers. Since you are already spotted, the element of surprise is no longer a concern, allowing you to push through areas that you would otherwise prefer to avoid.

There is an exception to the above strategy when you enter a new aggression level, indicated by a wave of enemies heading towards you after a 30-second timer. während dieser Zeit, it is recommended to establish a defensive position, preferably at a single chokepoint or a location with long sightlines. Assign one marine to provide suppressing fire towards the direction from which the enemies are coming.

As you progress through the map, it is beneficial to place motion sensors, especially on spawn points. These motion sensors remain in place permanently, even if you leave and return to the map. They allow you to monitor enemy spawn locations and, noch wichtiger, identify the direction from which aggression waves will approach. This knowledge helps you determine which areas to cover and defend.

Another tactic to create a safe space is to strategically control door access. Instead of unlocking all doors, leave some locked and accessible only from one side. This creates a room that you can use as a safe haven, rest area, or defensive position with a natural chokepoint. Locked doors act as barriers that enemies won’t break, unlike welded doors. You can unlock them when necessary for your tactical advantage.

Remember that your ARC is not just a transport; it has a gun as well. Utilize the ARC’s capabilities to your advantage. If you have motion trackers placed around the compound and detect a patrol heading towards you, send the ARC to the nearest ARC point, and it will eliminate the enemies before they reach you. Zusätzlich, when entering a building, leave the ARC covering the entrance to prevent any surprise attacks from behind and provide a fallback point of strength.

Place a motion tracker near each ARC point, specifically to lure enemies towards that area. This tactic helps in attracting attention and eliminating enemies with the ARC’s firepower. It can be particularly useful for dealing with boss enemies that are no longer actively hunting you but still pose a threat that you want to eliminate.