Blackout Protocol – Basic Combat Overview Guide

Do you feel lost about how combat and battles function in Blackout Protocol? Neste guia, we’ll share crucial details you need to understand before entering the battlefield.

Enemy Alertness

Do bad guys know where you are in Blackout Protocol? Sim, they can find you in a few ways. They might attack as soon as they spot you. Making noise, like moving or shooting loudly, is an easy way for them to notice you—even from far away. Some weapons have silencers, no entanto. In skilled hands, a silencer can be a game-changer, letting a sneaky Agent take out enemies one by one.

Também, enemies can see you. Each enemy has a different range of vision, and they usually target nearby foes they can see. Some enemies have a smaller field of view, so it’s easier to sneak past them. Test different enemies to understand how they act.

And if you hurt an enemy, they instantly know where you are. The more you hurt them, the more they focus on you. If your friends are in trouble, you can help by making noise and drawing attention to yourself.

Tome cuidado, no entanto. Even if you use a silenced gun, hurting one enemy can alert others. Monsters don’t care who you are—they’re unfriendly to all humans, not just S2P Agents. You can use that to your advantage when fighting human enemies.

Munição

Guns don’t have unlimited bullets in Blackout Protocol. They have a certain number in the clip (the part that’s ready to shoot) and extra bullets in reserve. Be cautious because you can run out of bullets during a fight. To avoid that, always grab yellow ammo kits when you find them during a mission.

These ammo kits reload the extra bullets, not the ones in your current clip. Então, be smart—reload your gun before picking up the ammo kit to make sure you’re fully loaded. And here’s a bonus tip: Supply Crates are even better. They fill both your clip and the extra bullets, and you can use them as many times as you need. Keep that in mind for a successful mission!

Fogo amigável

When you’re playing together with your team in Squad mode, you need to be careful because friendly fire is always on. Take a moment to aim and make sure your shots won’t hit your fellow Agents by mistake. It’s important to coordinate where you and your teammates are standing and shooting.

In tight spaces, don’t shoot without thinking, or you might accidentally hit a friend. In open areas, work together to surround your opponents. If an area is filled with enemies, plan with your team about who covers which entrance, and use the level layout to your advantage. Success depends on teamwork, so make sure to cooperate with your fellow Agents for the best results.

Injuries and Revival

In Squad mode, when an Agent’s health drops to zero, they go down. While downed, they slowly get Injuries, which lower their maximum health. If your teammate is down, act fast—revive them as quickly as you can. Stand close and HOLD the E KEY to bring them back into action.

To heal Injuries, head to a Safe Room and use the Medical Equipment. Atenção, no entanto, too many Injuries can make you vulnerable. With a bunch of them, a single attack could be fatal. Então, be cautious if you’re carrying a load of Injuries.

If all the Agents fall, the mission is over. But if you’re going solo in Rogue mode, you have a trick up your sleeve. You can revive yourself using the Self Starter enhancement. Just make sure to activate it when needed, and you’ll keep going strong.

Damage Types and the Panic Gauge

In Blackout Protocol, there are three types of damage: Físico, Psionic, and Fixed. Physical damage is the most common, lowering an opponent’s health until they’re defeated.

Psionic damage, por outro lado, targets the Panic Gauge, shown in purple below an enemy’s health. When the Panic Gauge hits 0, the enemy goes into Mental Break status. During Mental Break, Psionic damage turns into Physical damage. This means weapons dealing both types of damage become more effective. Some enemies also become more vulnerable to Physical damage while in this state.

Fixed damage is a set amount that can bypass enemy resistances and immunities, providing a unique advantage in certain situations. Understanding these damage types is key to maximizing your effectiveness on the battlefield.

Pânico (Agents and Human Enemies)

When an Agent’s Panic Gauge hits 0, they enter a state of Panic. Nesta situação, Agents experience a narrowed field of view, longer reload times, and increased cooldowns on rolling.

Human-type enemies are not immune to Panic either. When they are affected, they face slower attack intervals, less efficient movement, and a generally less intelligent AI.

The Panic state is temporary and comes to an end after a certain amount of time. Uma vez acabado, your Panic Gauge is immediately and fully restored. When Panic strikes, it’s wise to step back, Defenda -se, and wait until you regain your composure before diving back into the intense action.

Mental Break (Monstros)

When monsters experience Mental Break, they endure various unique effects, often involving some level of paralysis. Adicionalmente, creatures with special abilities tend to lose those abilities while in a Mentally Broken state. Por exemplo, Sentinels, who typically use ranged weapons, drop their weapons as soon as their Panic gauge reaches 0, and they can never pick them up again.

To tackle tougher enemies more effectively, exploiting Psionic damage becomes crucial during Mental Break situations. Understanding and leveraging these mechanics can make the challenge of facing formidable monsters more manageable.

Specials and Passives

Each Agent in Blackout Protocol comes equipped with a distinctive Special ability. These abilities are potent but often come with a considerable cooldown, so it’s crucial to use them strategically.

To further boost and customize your Special, you can rely on Passive Abilities. These enhancements can be obtained from a Dimensional Mirror, provided you can locate one. Carefully choosing and combining these Passives can significantly impact your Agent’s performance in the field. Então, keep an eye out for that elusive Dimensional Mirror to enhance your skills and gain the upper hand.

Status Effects

Both Agents and enemies can experience different status effects. The most frequent one is the Injured status, which lowers maximum health.

When a target is Stunned, they become immobile. Nerve Damaged targets endure Psionic damage over time. Scentmarked targets have their location exposed to enemies.

Sleeping status, Contudo, exclusively affects enemies. It significantly impairs their ability to detect targets, making them susceptible to stealthy approaches. Take advantage of this in hazardous areas by utilizing a bit of stealth and cunning to navigate past them safely.