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Jump back to quoted post13 Mar 2017, 19:24 PMFinndeed

Right so i'll start by saying that Soviets are a very powerful faction capable of dealing with any situation because they have such a diverse range of tools at their disposal. While it may seem like OKW have the most powerful units, they also (as a faction) have very prominent weaknesses; they have poor garrison clearing abilities, weak anti-tank options in the early game, and limited indirect fire. As such OKW players HATE dealing with buildings, early vehicles and entrenched positions.

Now down to your game!

At the start you split up your forces. Firstly you captured points that were not connected to your base; giving you no income. This is fine as long as you follow it up quickly with another unit to connect it.

Against OKW splitting up too much is harmful as the Sturm pios can win pretty much any engagement 1 on 1 at the start of a match. Better to group your units to quickly capture one side of the map. Better some than none.

Using a satchel charge against infantry is ALWAYS risky as it has such a long fuse. It is also a very expensive ability. If you see an MG just starting to set up then you have enough time to wipe it with a satchel. Otherwise don't bother. Spend that muni on a flamer!

Indeed you were far too focused on getting map! Map comes naturally from winning fights. Win the fight first, then capture the map! Your enemy cant out cap you or cut you off if his units are in base healing/reinforcing.

The sniper is an amazingly powerful unit but it must be used carefully, you need to look after it like you would a winning lottery ticket! I saw you capping with it which is a terrible waste of its time if you are not imminently about to lose to vp's. ALWAYS have it killing something if you can and ALWAYS have a supporting unit nearby to help it, preferably with AT nades; to stop a chasing vehicle.

The Maxims helped you but i think an earlier t-70 would have helped you more. Most OKW players go for the Med HQ but if they get good fuel control early game there is a MUCH stronger chance they will go Luches. Keep in mind that if OKW gets good map they you have to prepare for a Luches unless you know they have gone med HQ. You can tell this by either scouting their base or by seeing if their units are all full health.

Also at one point you had guards idle in the center on the map. It is not always a good idea to be aggressive all the time, and i know not everyone can micro all their units at once, but if you are going to leave a unit idle put them in cover or a garrison somewhere useful. Remember that garrisons give increased line of sight too!

Keep track of your enemies unit composition. The OKW player had a very mobile build, only one team weapon and that was a raketten. Thus the mortar was rather useless. Indeed you also had access to penals with flamers so it wasn't like you needed the garrison clearing ether, think about what you need and what the enemy has before you make a unit.

At one point in the game you were moving your at gun around to support your T-70, that was really good! the more combined arms you use the better! Having the AT nade equipped con with guards, a maxim, a T-70 and an AT gun working together can take on almost anything! Remember that this game isn't all about speed, the best players may be quick but players like Noggano (who has won tournaments) plays a LOT slower than most. Take the time to consider your options and correctly place units. Try and think ahead as to what your opponent will do, remember he wants the same things as you!

The SU-76 was too little too late, you already had guards and 2 AT guns, there was nothing that tank really added to your composition. Better would have been to tech to a T-34-76. Don't underestimate this tank! It's great!

Also I don't know if you already do but play all the factions, this is a great way to learn their strengths and weaknesses.

I don't think the other guy was more skilled than you, I think what you are lacking is the mind-set. Work on calming yourself down and thinking though what you are doing. Playing with direction and being decisive with your strategy is the best way to win games.

Hope this helps!

Finndeed