The Road Ahead: Introducing Assault Game Mode
[previewyoutube=65FX6QhylHw;full][/previewyoutube] Prepare for an exciting evolution in battle strategy with the Assault Facility, debuting on the icy tundras of Esamir. This new gameplay experience redefines how you fight for territory, introducing a dynamic and strategic flow to facility battles. Designed to deliver intense, focused combat, the Assault Facility offers a new twist to the way victories are earned on Auraxis.What is the Assault Facility?
The Assault Facility introduces a step-by-step capture system where attackers must seize control points in a specific sequence to win. Unlike traditional battles, defenders cannot recapture lost points—each victory pushes attackers closer to taking the facility. However, attackers must act strategically, as their resources (called "tickets") are limited and deplete with every respawn. Attackers win by capturing all points in the sequence, while defenders win by draining the attackers' tickets before they can reach the final point. The facility design encourages intense, tactical gameplay that evolves as the battle progresses.
Why It’s Different
- Strategic Progression: Each phase of the battle has its own character and tactics, from open vehicle-heavy skirmishes to intense infantry-focused showdowns.
- Tactical Management: Attackers must manage a finite pool of resources (tickets) to spawn reinforcements, adding a layer of strategy to every decision.
- Defenders’ Role: Holding key positions depletes the attackers' tickets, creating opportunities for defenders to turn the tide.
- Custom Facility Design: This prototype base, located on Esamir, is purpose-built for this game mode, featuring three distinct capture points and dynamic combat zones.
Battle Flow
[olist]Designed for Epic Battles
The Assault Facility emphasizes what makes PlanetSide 2 unique: massive, unpredictable battles where vehicles, infantry, and strategy all play a role. Key features include:- Intense Focus: Battles funnel players into critical hotspots, ensuring every moment counts.
- Integrated Vehicles: Tanks and transport vehicles dominate early stages, while infantry leads the charge in the final phases.
- Evolving Combat: The phased approach delivers distinct beginnings, middles, and climactic finales.
