We all know the importance of teamwork but in the rush of the game, it can be easy to lose focus of that and concentrate on your own score instead. So I just thought we could all post some tips and tricks that add up when working together and fighting dirty.
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- Check what other Mercs your team has[/b]
It’s always good to know what your team is packing. If you have three Auras, you probably don’t need another. See what you’re lacking and what you need. Depending on the map and your objectives you might lean towards certain Mercs - i.e. Kira is a lot more effective on Chapel than she is on Underground, and in Chapel she’s most powerful shutting down the EV. Check it throughout the match too, given how often people switch classes about. There’s no ‘you must absolutely have this’ team set-up, though I heavily recommend always having one Medic* on the team.
2) Look out for each other
When you see your teammates on the floor, in the middle of the battlefield, you will be best leaving them to their fate (unless you’re a medic). But if they’re downed in a safe area and there’s no nearby threats, helping them up provides not only XP for you, but it reduces the time they’d spend running back into combat. This is especially important if it’s a medic on the floor. If you have to pick between a medic and anyone else, get the medic up first - their defib can get anyone else up in no time.
And as a little add-on, neutralising the enemies bombs and mines and sensors isn’t just about XP. It also means they’re not gonna catch your team with those explosives.
3) Aim for them
Not with your guns. With your deployables! Throwing a medkit or ammo directly into an ally actually boosts how much they benefit from it and gives you extra XP. So it not only benefits them but you too for a direct hit. Make sure you keep dishing them out too, especially if you’re carrying ammo. Medics can see a health meter but there’s no such clue for ammo. Just assume everyone is firing their gun a lot because they should be.
In terms of ammo stations and health stations, try to position them where they benefit everyone, not just you. Around corners and slightly hidden is best, otherwise the enemy will take it out! Which leads onto;
4) Communication is golden
Let’s face it, forewarning about a turret, a group of enemies or someone manning a minigun can be a lifesaver. Even if it was too late for you, warning your team about the sensor around the corner means someone can take it with due caution. It’s also good to inform your team where you’ve dropped off your health/ammo station, so they know where they can recover and refuel.
I typically type it out, which can admittedly take time, but there’s other methods too. Voice chat is a thing but for the shy, there’s also voice commands. Check your settings to see what key these options are binded to can change them to your liking. And remember, be somewhat polite! There’s no need to be an arse to the people you’re playing with.
5) Cover each other
If someone is repairing the EV, cover them. If someone is reviving someone, cover them. If someone is completing an objective, cover their arse. It’s honestly one of the most helpful things you can do in this game. Nothing stacks to give a speed bonus; the only speed bonus for completing tasks goes to the Engineer Mercs**. Rather than sit around twiddling you thumbs, be on the lookout for incoming enemies as your teammate will be a hot target without a means of defending themselves.
That’s all I can currently think of. Feel free to disagree and/or add your own teamwork tips!
*Medics are Aura (given to everyone), Sawbonez, Sparks and Phoenix (not yet released)
**Engineer Mercs are Proxy, Bushwacker, Fletcher and Turtle (not yet released)