The Chitauri are a relentless alien horde, known for their sheer numbers and aggressive swarm tactics. Chitauri Swarmers are the most common enemy, armed with energy blasters and overwhelming players with sheer volume. They are individually weak but dangerous in large groups, making area-of-effect attacks and crowd control abilities essential for managing their numbers. Prioritizing targets that are advancing on your position or flanking your team is key to preventing them from overwhelming your defenses. Their predictable attack patterns can be exploited with well-timed dodges and evasive maneuvers.
Chitauri Leviathans are the colossal beasts of their army, massive creatures that serve as mobile artillery platforms or devastating close-quarters combatants. These behemoths often possess multiple attack vectors, including energy cannons, crushing tentacles, and the ability to charge through entire squads. Their weak points are usually exposed during specific attack animations or are large, glowing areas on their bodies. Focusing fire on these weak points, while simultaneously dodging their devastating area-of-effect attacks and avoiding their direct charges, is the only way to bring them down. Environmental elements can sometimes be used to your advantage, such as collapsing structures onto them or luring them into traps.