Part 15

Learn how to capture and defend M-Com stations in Battlefield 3's Rush and Squad Rush modes. Get tips on vehicle scoring and effective team play.

Alright, let's dive into how to dominate the Rush and Squad Rush modes in Battlefield 3. These are all about capturing objectives and working as a team, so pay attention!

Rush Mode Explained:

The core idea here is that attackers need to destroy two enemy M-Com units. Defenders, obviously, have to stop them. To attack, you'll need to manually place a charge on the M-Com station. Once it's planted, you've got to defend it from any defenders trying to disarm it. You'll see a circle around the M-Com's icon that fills up as the charge is placed or disarmed – this indicates how much time is left. The first M-Com stations usually pop up in an area between where attackers and defenders start. After those are gone, they'll randomly spawn elsewhere on the map, but only if the previous ones were destroyed. Remember, you can't just shoot or bomb these stations; they have to be fused manually. Typically, both M-Com stations spawn pretty close to each other, usually within 20-30 meters.

When defending an M-Com station, expect enemies to be lurking nearby. If you can't see them, they're probably there. Going prone is a good way to stay hidden, but be careful – you can still get stabbed if you're not alert. A good tactic is to toss a grenade near the station before you push up to check for hidden enemies.

You'll often find light to heavy ground vehicles like jeeps and tanks available on these maps, but don't expect to see jets or helicopters. After all, you can't exactly float a comm station in the sky, right?

Squad Rush Mode Explained:

This mode is pretty similar to regular Rush, but it's played with smaller teams called squads, usually four players per squad. Squad Rush might only have one M-comm station at a time because there are fewer players overall. It's typically played with 8 players on the map, though it can support up to 16.

Scoring and Vehicle Tips:

Here's a crucial tip for maximizing your score: passengers get reduced scores, while drivers get the full score. So, if you're riding shotgun, try to bail out of the vehicle just as the objective circle is about to fill up. Just be quick and watch out – sneaky teammates might try to snatch your ride!

General Conquest/Flag Capture Tips:

Capturing flags is key. You can usually grab the first two flags pretty easily. However, if you're not quick, you might run into some resistance trying to get the third flag. Be extra careful when going for that third one. If you happen to die, the best move is to spawn from the nearest flag you control and then head back to fight. It’s often a good strategy to hold onto the three flags you have and defend them, especially if the two flags closest to the enemy spawn have already been captured. Trying to breach those heavily defended enemy flags can lead to facing hordes of enemies, so focusing on defending what you've got is often smarter.

Keep an eye out for orange arrows with a shrinking circle around them – that means enemies are encroaching on your territory. You'll also see when your teammates are capturing a flag; if you see an icon with a filling circle, rush over there to help out and snag some assist points.

Deathmatch Modes (Squad Deathmatch & Team Deathmatch):

You can't have a shooter without a good old-fashioned deathmatch! In Squad Deathmatch, your squad has to rack up kills against other squads, and the first one to hit the kill limit wins. Team Deathmatch is simpler: kill players from the opposing team. For these modes, it's highly recommended to play with friends or join a good, coordinated squad. Finding a solid squad can be tough, as there are plenty of players who just don't seem to grasp the concept of playing as a unit. Stick with a good team, and you'll have a much better time!