Learn how to succeed in XCOM 2's Covert Operations missions within the War of the Chosen expansion. Master stealth, combat, and objectives for ultimate victory.
Walkthrough
- 1Mission Start: Begin the mission with your chosen squad, often starting in concealment.
- 2Infiltration: Move cautiously towards your objective, utilizing cover and stealth to avoid enemy patrols.
- 3Objective Completion: Reach and interact with the objective (e.g., hack a terminal, plant a bomb, rescue a VIP). This often triggers reinforcements or alerts the enemy.
- 4Extraction: Once the objective is complete, move your squad to the designated extraction zone. This phase can be challenging as the enemy will likely be alerted and actively hunting you.
- 5Turn Limits: Be mindful of any turn limits imposed on the mission, especially for objective completion and extraction.
Tips
- Squad Composition: Bring soldiers with high mobility and stealth capabilities, such as Rangers with Conceal or Specialists with their drones for support.
- Utilize Concealment: Maintain concealment for as long as possible to set up ambushes and avoid unnecessary engagements.
- Manage Alerts: Be aware that certain actions will immediately alert the enemy. Plan your moves accordingly.
- Prioritize Objectives: Focus on completing the primary objective and then extraction. Secondary objectives can be attempted if time and risk allow.
- Use the Environment: Leverage destructible cover and environmental hazards to your advantage.
- Overwatch is Key: Set up overwatch positions to cover your squad's movement, especially during extraction.
- Be Prepared for Reinforcements: Many covert ops will call in reinforcements once the objective is triggered. Have a plan to deal with them.
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