Objective: Infiltrate the Facility

Objective: Infiltrate the Facility

Welcome, Specialist. This section will guide you through the critical "Infiltrate the Facility" objective in Call of Duty: Black Ops III. This mission demands a blend of stealth, tactical combat, and effective use of your Cyber Core abilities. Success hinges on precise execution and understanding the environment. We'll cover everything from optimal loadouts to navigating enemy patrols and exploiting weaknesses.

Mission Overview & Recommended Loadout

The facility is a heavily fortified research and development complex, likely housing sensitive data or personnel. Expect a mix of human infantry (CDP Soldiers, Specialists) and robotic units (P.A.W.N.s, A.S.P.s). Stealth is highly encouraged for initial breaches, transitioning to controlled chaos when direct confrontation is inevitable.

Recommended Loadout:

• Primary Weapon:
  • Kuda (SMG): Excellent for close-quarters combat, high rate of fire, and manageable recoil. Equip a Suppressor for stealth sections and an Extended Mag for sustained engagements.
  • Man-O-War (Assault Rifle): For players preferring a more balanced approach. Good damage and range. Suppressor and Fast Mags are recommended.
• Secondary Weapon:
  • RK5 (Pistol): Reliable sidearm. Equip a Suppressor for silent takedowns when your primary runs dry or for conserving ammo.
• Lethal Equipment:
  • Concussion Grenade: Essential for disorienting groups of enemies or stunning robotic units, allowing for easy follow-up kills or escapes.
• Tactical Equipment:
  • Smoke Grenade: Provides cover for advancing across open areas, disengaging from combat, or reviving teammates in co-op.
• Cyber Core Abilities:
  • Control (Chaos Cyber Core): Absolutely critical. The 'Remote Hijack' ability allows you to take control of enemy robots (P.A.W.N.s, A.S.P.s, even some turrets), turning them against their allies. This creates invaluable diversions and significantly reduces enemy numbers.
  • Martial (Control Cyber Core): 'Overdrive' can be useful for quickly traversing dangerous areas or closing the distance on high-priority targets.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough: Breaching the Perimeter

Your infiltration begins at the facility's outer perimeter, often characterized by high walls, laser grids, and patrol routes.

1. Initial Approach & Stealth Entry:
   • Objective: Locate a vulnerable entry point.
   • Location: The mission usually starts near a maintenance tunnel or a less-guarded service entrance on the facility's north side.
   • Enemies: Expect 2-3 CDP Patrol Guards and a single P.A.W.N. unit patrolling the exterior.
   • Strategy: Use your suppressed primary weapon (Kuda or Man-O-War) for silent takedowns. Prioritize the P.A.W.N. first if it's isolated, as its patrol route is predictable. Wait for the human guards to separate before engaging. Avoid triggering alarms; a triggered alarm will immediately summon additional CDP reinforcements and activate automated turrets.
   • Common Pitfall: Rushing the entry point. Take your time to observe patrol patterns.
2. Navigating the Ventilation System:
   • Objective: Bypass the main security checkpoint.
   • Location: Once inside the perimeter, look for a maintenance access hatch or a ventilation shaft entrance, typically located in a dimly lit corner of the loading dock area.
   • Enemies: None directly in the vents, but you'll overhear conversations from the security room below.
   • Strategy: This is a pure stealth section. Crouch-walk through the vents. Listen for enemy chatter to gauge their positions. There might be a small health pack (25 HP) or an ammo cache (SMG/AR) hidden in a side vent.
   • Missable: A data log containing lore about the facility's experiments can often be found near a vent grate overlooking a control room.
3. Infiltrating the Main Research Wing:
   • Objective: Reach the central data core.
   • Location: The vents will lead you to an elevated gantry overlooking the main research wing.
   • Enemies: This area is heavily guarded. Expect 4-5 CDP Specialists (some with shotguns), 2 A.S.P. units, and potentially a stationary Sentry Turret.
   • Strategy:
     • Initial Engagement: From the gantry, use 'Remote Hijack' on one of the A.S.P. units. This will cause it to attack other enemies, creating a massive diversion.
     • Exploiting Chaos: While the A.S.P. is causing havoc, drop down and use your Kuda to eliminate any remaining human targets. Prioritize the Sentry Turret if it's active; a well-placed Concussion Grenade can disable it temporarily, allowing you to destroy it or hack it if you have the appropriate Cyber Core upgrade.
     • Alternative Route: If direct combat is too risky, look for a side door or a broken window leading to a less-guarded laboratory. This might involve a short detour but could save you valuable health and ammo.
   • Rewards: Defeating all enemies in this section often yields an Epic Weapon Upgrade Kit (random weapon type) and 1500 XP.

Key Enemy Profiles & Tactics

Understanding your adversaries is crucial for a successful infiltration.

Common Pitfalls & Missables

• Triggering Alarms: Avoid at all costs during the initial stealth phase. Alarms significantly increase enemy density and activate automated defenses. If an alarm is triggered, immediately seek cover and prepare for a sustained firefight.
• Ignoring Elevated Pathways: Many areas have catwalks, vents, or ledges that offer tactical advantages for flanking or bypassing patrols. Always look up!
• Underutilizing Cyber Core: Your Cyber Core abilities are not just for show. 'Remote Hijack' on an A.S.P. can turn a difficult encounter into a trivial one. Don't hoard your abilities.
• Missing Collectibles: Data logs and fabrication kits are often located in less obvious areas, such as behind crates, in side rooms, or on elevated platforms. Keep an eye out for glowing blue interaction prompts.
• Ammo Conservation: Especially on higher difficulties, ammo can be scarce. Use headshots, melee takedowns, and your secondary weapon to conserve primary ammo.

By following these guidelines, using your Cyber Core abilities effectively, and adapting to the dynamic combat scenarios, you will successfully infiltrate the facility and advance your mission objectives. Good luck, Specialist.