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Combat Guide (PS4) by epiphenom
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim

Combat Guide (PS4) by epiphenom

Learn the combat mechanics of 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim with this PS4 guide. Covers basic concepts, units, meta-systems, pilots, and Kaiju.

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Learn the combat mechanics of 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim with this PS4 guide. Covers basic concepts, units, meta-systems, pilots, and Kaiju.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin by understanding the Introduction to combat in 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim.
  2. 2
    Familiarize yourself with the Basic Concepts, which include:
  3. 3
    Terms and Game Concepts (e.g., minimap (the small circular map in the bottom-left corner of your screen), radar (your minimap with nearby blips and threats marked), HUD (heads-up display — the on-screen icons showing health, ammo and the minimap), cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects), headshot (a shot that lands on the enemy's head, usually an instant kill), cutscene (a non-interactive cinematic the game plays automatically), checkpoint (an auto-save point you restart from on death), wanted level (the star icons in the top-right showing how aggressively police pursue you), DLC (downloadable content — extra missions or items released after launch), NPC (non-player character — anyone the game controls, not you), respawn (be brought back to life at a checkpoint after death), waypoint (a marker on your map you've manually placed as a destination), free roam (the open-world mode where you move and play without an active mission), mod (a community-made modification that changes the game))
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    Units and Selection
  5. 5
    Brain Overload
  6. 6
    S Ranks
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    Meta-Chips and Upgrades
  8. 8
    Explore the different Sentinels, categorized by generation:
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    Generation 1
  10. 10
    Generation 2
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    Generation 3
  12. 12
    Generation 4
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    Understand the Meta-System, including:
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    Enhancement Passives
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    Meta-Skills
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    Sentinel Upgrades
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    Learn about the Pilots, their unique abilities, and roles:
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    No. 10, Nenji Ogata
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    No. 11, Ei Sekigahara
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    No. 12, Takatoshi Hijiyama
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    No. 13, Juro Kurabe
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    No. 14, Ryoko Shinonome
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    No. 15, Iori Fuyusaka
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    No. 16, Tomi Kisaragi
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    No. 17, Natsuno Minami
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    No. 19, Keitaro Miura
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    No. 20, Shu Amiguchi
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    No. 21, Yuki Takamiya
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    No. 22, Renya Gouto
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    No. 23, Megumi Yakushiji
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    Identify and understand the different types of Kaiju you will face:
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    Workers
  33. 33
    Hunters
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    G-Molers
  35. 35
    Drillflies
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    Drum Mines
  37. 37
    Twintails
  38. 38
    APSOS
  39. 39
    Hi-Quads
  40. 40
    Terra Carriers
  41. 41
    RPFs
  42. 42
    Gladiators
  43. 43
    Kaiju Statistics
  44. 44
    Delve into Advanced Concepts such as:
  45. 45
    Action Economy
  46. 46
    EP Management
  47. 47
    Review the Changes From 1.01, including:
  48. 48
    The Sentry Gun
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    Interceptors
  50. 50
    Changed Playstyles
  51. 51
    Simplified Strategy
  52. 52
    Gladiators, Again
  53. 53
    Utilize the Wave by Wave Guide for specific locations:
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    Ashitaba City
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    Shibugaki City
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    Himawari Ward
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    Sakura Ward
  58. 58
    Follow the Blind One Run Challenge Order for a specific challenge.
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    Consult the Version History for updates to the game.
Tips
  • Pay close attention to the terms and game concepts to effectively navigate combat.
  • Understanding the different Sentinel generations and their capabilities is crucial for strategic deployment.
  • Mastering EP (Energy Points) management is key to executing powerful Meta-Skills and Sentinel abilities.
  • Knowing the strengths and weaknesses of each Kaiju type will help you adapt your tactics.
  • Familiarize yourself with the specific challenges and layouts of each city in the Wave by Wave Guide.

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