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M33
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

M33

Master M33 C2W Subsistence! Learn the easiest strategy to complete this Metal Gear Solid V mission, even starting with nothing.

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Master M33 C2W Subsistence! Learn the easiest strategy to complete this Metal Gear Solid V mission, even starting with nothing.

Alright, let's tackle M33, also known as C2W Subsistence. This one's a bit different because you're dropped in with basically nothing – just your binoculars and a Fulton Device. No Buddy, no supply drops, no Reflex Mode, and no Chicken Hat. You'll have to scavenge everything you need from the enemies on the ground.

The main goal here is to deal with the comms equipment at the Eastern Communications Post. You only need to complete one of the two mandatory tasks: either identify and destroy the comms equipment, or destroy the transmitter. The other will then become optional. You can also optionally secure rough diamonds or extract prisoners from Wialo Village, and extract a materials container from the comms post.

Walkthrough
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    Easy Strategy using the Dispatch Helicopter: This is by far the simplest way to get this done. First, you'll need to have completed the regular version of the C2W mission and destroyed the anti-air radar. This unlocks a specific landing zone right at the Eastern Communications Post for this mission. When you start M33, call in your dispatch helicopter and head straight for this landing zone. From the safety of the helicopter, you can use its minigun to destroy all three comms equipment pieces. Once that's done, just wait for the helicopter to finish its patrol and leave. You'll complete the mission with an easy S-Rank.
Tips
  • If you don't want to use the helicopter trick, you'll have to infiltrate the Eastern Communications Post on foot. Be prepared to sneak around and take out guards to acquire weapons and other gear.
  • Remember, you can choose to destroy the comms equipment or the transmitter to fulfill the mandatory objective. Pick the one that seems easier for your current situation.
  • Keep an eye out for optional objectives like securing rough diamonds or extracting prisoners. They can give you a nice bonus if you're up for the challenge.

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