This section provides some general strategies for succeeding in Unreal II: The Awakening. Whether you're a first-person shooter veteran or a novice to the genre, apply the tactics presented here to maximize your combat effectiveness, and minimize losing your life to the universe's toughest hostiles.
Take Cover!
John Dalton certainly isn't a scrawny guy, and that powered armor can withstand rockets full of damage, but you aren't invincible, so running wild into combat situations isn't the best technique. There are tons of opportunities to take cover in Unreal II: The Awakening. Crates fill rooms, massive pillars and columns block paths, and much of the exterior terrain is hilly and varied. When you approach a new area, survey the section before going in with guns blazing. Assess the enemy and look for nearby cover. Move into cover position and battle the enemy once you've secured an escape route.
Ambushes
Don't combat the enemy on his or her terms. If you're hidden behind a crate, peek around and assess the situation. Is the enemy taking cover also or approaching your position? If the enemy's approaching, cycle to a powerful close-range weapon (primarily the shotgun) and blast him when he edges close to your covered area. You can also perform an ambush when you're the aggressor. Sneak into new areas and scan for enemies at long range (particularly after you've acquired the sniper rifle). Often, you'll spot new enemies before they've spotted you. Use this to your advantage and blast them from long range. Even if you don't kill the enemy, you've wounded him, and it's much easier to finish the task.
Weapon Selection
There are many available weapons in Unreal II: The Awakening, and most are ideally suited to particular situations. For instance, the shotgun is virtually useless at long range. Its projectile spread is so wide that you're unlikely to even strike the enemy. Save the shotgun for close-quarters fighting. Conversely, Aida's magnum is ideal at medium to long range. It's a powerful shot, but its poor reload time makes it tough to use in tight battles. Consider what you're up against when cycling through weapons. Don't use the same weapon in each battle until its ammo is exhausted. Switch often to maximize the effectiveness of all available ammunition.
