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Jump back to quoted post30 Aug 2014, 13:54 PMDeath's Head

You missed a few:

-Pay2Win DLC structure
-Poorly optimized and unreasonably demanding on hardware
-Above all, the unforgivable command delay with absolutely breaks an RTS like CoH where micro can win or lose games at the drop of a hat.

Jump back to quoted post3 Aug 2014, 10:47 AMKallipolan

Firstly, preparation. If the OKW player makes no fuel purchases for a long time, expect a KT. Scouting information is very useful for this: if you see all 3 trucks with no big armoured units, then a KT is very likely. Once you realises this, just try and slow it down as much as possible by attacking fuel/cutoff points.

Secondly, target priority. Surprisingly, the KT doesn't really do very much damage to anything except armoured units. If he's blobbing around the KT, use your own infantry to counter the blob in the normal way (MGs, artillery, vetted Rifles with BARs, e.t.c.) Once the OKW infantry is forced back, the KT becomes much more manageable.

Third, actually klling it. To begin with, anything that can slow down the KT or prevent its escape is very useful here. The simplest solution is probably Rifleman AT grenades (may need more than one to damage engine). The best unit for inflicting damage on the KT is by far the Jackson. If microed well, the KT will be unable to take a shot due to its very slow turrent rotation speed. Use this to flank the KT and start taking shots at the vulnerable, rear armour. This is why it is important to deal with the blob first: Panzerschrecks can drive off or kill the Jackson, but an unsupported KT allows the Jackson to get close or flank.

If you don't like/can't afford a Jackson, your best bet is massed AT guns (probably 2-3). Try to position them before the battle so that they can take shots on the side armour. Again, dealing with blob first is essential, or they will overrun the AT guns. Also, remember to activate the special AP rounds ability on all units that have it available; the extra penetration is extremely helpful against the KT.

Sherman flanking will also work, but they are slower than the Jackson and inflict far less damage vs. heavy armour, so this is much less ideal. E8s may work better, but I haven't seen E8s against a KT personally so I can't really comment.

Jump back to quoted post2 Aug 2014, 22:37 PMOhme

4 rifleman is a very standard build, and there is a reason behind it I think. In general you can build 4 rifleman before realistically being able to tech up and purchase a unit from the tier. The only time I go 3 riflemen is when I rush out a lieutenant, which replaces my 4th rifle squad.

I have yet to use pathfinders to much effect. I would say they're optional, good to get 1 if you have manpower to spare.