Chapter 1: Baku - Initial Incursions
The campa kicks off with a bang in Baku, setting the stage for the unfolding narrative. Your initial objective is to navigate the treacherous urban environment and secure vital intelligence. Expect intense firefights in confined spaces, making close-quarters weaponry like shotguns and PDWs highly effective. Remember to utilize cover extensively, as enemy fire can be overwhelming, especially during scripted assault sequences.
As you progress through the early stages of the Baku mission, you'll encounter various enemy types. Pay close attention to the visual cues that differentiate infantry from armored threats. While your primary focus might be on clearing pathways, always be aware of your surroundings. The game often throws ambushes at you, so a quick reaction and accurate fire are crucial for survival. Don't hesitate to use grenades to flush out entrenched enemies from cover.
A key early challenge involves breaching fortified positions. This often requires coordinated assaults. If playing with AI squadmates, observe their movements and try to flank enemies or provide suppressing fire to allow them to advance. The game mechanics encourage a tactical approach, even in the single-player campa. Look for opportunities to use the environment to your advantage, such as collapsing structures or explosive barrels.
Later in the Baku chapter, you'll likely face more sificant enemy resistance, potentially including light armored vehicles. If you haven't acquired anti-vehicle weaponry by this point, focus on targeting the crew or vulnerable components of these vehicles. Precision shots to optics or treads can sificantly hinder their effectiveness. The campa is desed to introduce you to the core mechanics gradually, so apply the lessons learned in these early encounters to later, more demanding missions.