Part 1

Your guide to Crysis 2 Part 1, 'In At The Deep End.' Learn how to survive the initial chaos of New York City and master your Nanosuit.

Alright, so you've just booted up Crysis 2 and you're probably wondering what's going on. New York City? Under siege? Alien invasion? Yeah, it's a mess. Basically, the super-soldier Prophet was supposed to check things out but, well, he didn't make it. He passed his fancy Nanosuit to Alcatraz, and now it's your problem. This suit is your ticket to surviving the urban jungle, giving you near-superhuman abilities. The bad news? Earth is pretty much screwed unless you figure out what the Cephalopods are up to and how to fight back with your own advanced tech.

Before we dive into the action, let's talk gear. You can only lug around two primary weapons at a time, but don't worry, you'll find plenty. You can also carry JAW rockets, C4 explosives, and fragmentation grenades. Keep an eye out for ammo crates and dropped weapons to swap out your loadout. When you grab a new weapon, hit the 'Select' button to see all its attachments – think silencers, scopes, laser sights, and even alternate fire modes. Some assault rifles, for example, can switch to a shotgun mode!

You'll encounter a variety of weapons, from pistols to shotguns, sniper rifles, and heavy ordnance like rocket launchers and mounted turrets. Each weapon can have different attachments and sometimes even prefixes like 'Stealth' or 'Ranged' that hint at its specialty.

Let's break down some of the early stuff you'll be using:

• Pistols: Your basic sidearm. The M12 Nova is likely your first, pretty weak but sometimes comes with a silencer. The AY69 is an automatic machine pistol that fires fast but doesn't hit too hard. The Hammer is a more potent handgun, good as a backup, and can take a silencer and laser sight. The Majestic revolver is a decent mid-range option if you slap an assault scope on it, but watch that low ammo count.
• Shotguns: The Marshall is a beast, and it can even be silenced for some sneaky close-quarters work. It's a top-tier weapon. The Jackal is an automatic shotgun that lays down a lot of fire quickly, but you'll need to keep a close eye on your ammo. It can take an extended clip and a reflex sight.
• Sniper Rifles: The DSG-1 is another top-tier weapon. Slap a silencer on it, and it becomes incredibly versatile, especially for stealth. You can equip sniper, assault, or reflex sights. We'll be relying on this one a lot. The M2014 Gauss is super powerful, capable of one-shot kills on regular enemies.

This guide will cover Chapter 1: 'In At The Deep End' and help you navigate the chaos. Stick with me, and we'll get through this.