Units (4)

Discover the enhanced units in Command & Conquer: Generals! Learn about the MiniGunner, Super Hacker, Super Lotus, Assault Troop Transport, Attack Outpost, and Assault Helix, and how they'll change your game.

Hey there! Command & Conquer: Generals has some awesome upgraded units that can really shake up your strategy. Let's dive into what makes these beefed-up versions so special and how you can use them to your advantage.

MiniGunner

This guy replaces the basic Red Guard. The big difference? He's got automatic fire and can actually shoot down aircraft, which is huge! Plus, you can only train one at a time, so make him count. For $350, you get a soldier who's a serious threat to planes, and even groups of them can take down ground armor. Definitely worth considering when you're facing air threats.

Super Hacker

Stepping up from the regular Hacker, this unit costs $625. Thanks to some elite training from Black Lotus, the Super Hacker can disable enemy armor. This means you can neutralize a tank or other vehicle, making it an easy target for your own forces. It's a great way to deal with tough enemy vehicles without wasting a ton of firepower.

Super Lotus

For $1500, you get Fai's Hero, the Super Lotus. She's basically Black Lotus but with regular improvements, and she's incredibly fast at capturing enemy structures. If you need to quickly seize control of a building, she's your go-to. Her abilities also activate faster, making her a potent offensive and disruptive unit.

Assault Troop Transport

This unit costs a hefty $2400 and replaces the Troop Crawler. The main upgrade here is that the infantry inside can actually shoot out! Imagine a fully loaded transport unleashing a hail of bullets while it moves – it's a mobile fortress. This makes it a really fearsome assault unit, capable of supporting your ground troops effectively.

Attack Outpost

Costing $1000, the Attack Outpost is an upgrade to the Listening Outpost. It can hold up to 8 infantry units, and it starts with 3 Tank Hunters already inside. Think of it as a mobile, fortified position. While it might have slightly less armor than the Assault Troop Transport, it's cheaper and still packs a punch, especially with those built-in Tank Hunters.

Assault Helix

This upgraded Helix costs $1500. The main change is that it can only upgrade with a Fortified Bunker (which includes a bomb), but it gains the ability to hold 8 infantry units. This turns the Helix into a flying troop carrier, allowing you to drop off infantry right into the heart of the enemy base or defenses. It’s a powerful way to deliver troops exactly where you need them.