Offensive Notes (UFO2000)

In general it is safe to say a good offence needs a good preperation. Preperations start with the attack plan.

The plan of attack

A good offensive strategy starts with the attack plan. Think about a plan of attack after the map is selected, before setting up your team. To form a decent attack plan follow the following steps:

Step 1: Analyse the map

Take a good look at the map. The map overview shows an image of the map. Everything on the picture correspondes with items or structures which you see in the game. Try recognizing the structures and items on the map. If you haven't played a lot of games don't worry, in time you will be able to recognise all the structures and items.

Once you have an idea about how the map looks, think about these points which are important to form your plan:

• Are there opportunities to flank (side-attack) the opponent?

• Are there opportunities to rush an opponent?

• Are there structures or other map specific advantages you can use? (like mountains, explosive barrels, trees, etc, etc!)

• Are there enough hiding places in your route to the opponent?

• Are there open fields on the map?

Ok now you have a general idea of a way to attack your opponent on this map, proceed to the next step!

Step 2: Analyse the player

Does your opponent use a certain type of strategy much?

Does your opponent use a certain type of weaponry much?

Does your opponent use a certain type of unit much?