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Battlefield 1942

Submitted by: Carcrusher500

Learn how to escape captivity as a Prisoner of War in Battlefield 1942's Desert Combat mod. A quick guide on surviving Wake Island and reaching safety.

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Learn how to escape captivity as a Prisoner of War in Battlefield 1942's Desert Combat mod. A quick guide on surviving Wake Island and reaching safety.

Alright, so you've found yourself a Prisoner of War (PoW) in a Desert Combat match on Wake Island. This is a special game mode that really needs teamwork, but sometimes you gotta take matters into your own hands! You'll spawn in a hut, usually in the south base, with some damaged vehicles scattered around. Your captors are right there, blocking the only way out.

Walkthrough
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    You'll start inside a hut, likely in the south base. Your class is Spec Ops, so you've got binoculars and an MP5. Your captors, BUnBUm and (GFAQS)El Homie, are standing guard right outside the sandbagged exit.
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    Switch to your MP5 and get ready. When you're positioned to aim at their backs, pop up and open fire in full automatic. They'll be surprised, but you need to take them down fast.
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    As soon as they're dealt with, jump out of the hut and make a break for the nearest vehicle. It's probably a Humvee and might be pretty beat up – maybe only 1.5 bars of health left. Get in and drive!
  4. 4
    Your goal is to reach the defguns. There should be another Humvee there. Bail out of your current vehicle and hop into the fresh one.
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    Keep an eye out for your rescuer, Sgt. Vercetti. He'll be running towards you. Try not to run him over when he tries to get in – it happens!
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    Once you're both in, race back to the main base. If you make it, your team wins the game!
Tips
  • This PoW mode is all about cooperation. If you're the one rescuing, stick close to the PoW and protect them.
  • If you're the PoW, speed and surprise are your best friends. Don't hesitate when you get the chance to escape.
  • The south base often has damaged vehicles from previous fights, so be ready to grab whatever works, even if it's not in perfect condition.
  • Watch out for friendly fire, especially when your rescuer is trying to get into the vehicle. It's easy to accidentally hit them in the heat of the moment.

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