Notes on Alternate R3C1 Level Guide

Introduction

• Presentation on Alternate R3C1, adapted from the original Rundown Alpha in 2019.
• Overview of R3C1 as a remake of earlier levels.
• Mention of player challenges in Rundown Alpha due to inexperience.

Recommended Loadout

• Bio Tracker

  • Essential due to low visibility in many zones; helps identify enemy positions.
  • Necessary for dealing with multiple Scouts and Chargers, especially in foggy areas.

• My Deployer

  • Use with alarm doors for additional control over enemy spawns.
  • Can also assist in managing enemy hordes in rooms.

• Sentries (2 Mid to Long Range)

  • Burst or Sniper sentries recommended.
  • Best used against waves of enemies and alarms.
  • Burst sentries preferred due to better adaptability in combat zones.

• Seafoam Launcher

  • Not heavily relied upon; mostly replaced by grenades for slowing down enemies.

Main Objectives and Gameplay Flow

• Start in Zone 12; objective to collect a DNA sample from an HSU located in Zone 17 or Zone 20.
• Gather resources and fog repellers in Zone 12 while looking for a colored key card in Zones 10 or 11.

Zones 10 and 11

• Each zone features a Scout and numerous enemies; collect resources while navigating carefully.
• Action Steps:
  • Perform a full team scan to determine which zone to enter.
  • Acquire the colored key card before returning to Zone 12.

Preparing for Class 4 Alarm

• Set defenses before proceeding to open the Class 4 alarm doors.
• Suggested strategy:
  • Shut and mine two enemy spawn doors.
  • Use seafoam grenades for optimal crowd control.
  • Position sentries on catwalks facing the main door.

Entering Zone 13

• Filled with enemies, infectious fog present.
• Recommendations:
  • Use fog repellers for navigation.
  • Look for resources while avoiding detection from enemies.
• Utilize terminals to find key cards and resources.

Navigating Zones 14-20

• Expect optional resource collection in Zone 14 with high enemy density.
• Plans for dealing with enemies:
  • Respond by pulling enemies towards mined doors.
  • Handle rooms carefully to avoid waking up the Scout.

Security Doors and Class 5 Alarms

• Zone entry decisions depend on whether HSU is located in Zone 17 or 20.
• Use a funnel strategy to control enemy movements effectively.

Final Objectives

• Clearing out multiple rooms filled with Chargers before extraction.
• Focus on teamwork:
  • Split responsibilities between offense and defense.
  • Follow through zones systematically.

Extraction Process

• Initiate extraction scan in Zone 12 after defeating enemies.
• Be prepared for enemy waves as extraction causes additional spawns.

Conclusion

• Alternate R3C1 remakes nostalgic elements from original Rundown 3 while offering unique challenges.
• Advice for players to adapt to the efficient teamwork and strategic planning.
• Encouraged engagement through comments and community interactions.

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