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About Squad
Squad delivers a tactical military first‑person shooter focused on realism, teamwork, and large‑scale combat. Players join 50‑vs‑50 battles, forming nine‑person squads within 13 authentic factions and using a broad arsenal of weapons and vehicles. The game emphasizes authentic infantry tactics, suppression, and a unique picture‑in‑picture scope system.
Update 10.1 adds Fireteam, a co‑op PvE mode for up to five players that condenses memorable moments into short tactical missions. Communication tools, a building and logistics system, and extensive map tools support coordinated, realistic warfare across 24 large maps.
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Massive 50 vs. 50 Battles
Squad pits two teams of fifty players against each other, each team divided into nine‑person squads. The battles occur on large, real‑world inspired maps and feature both conventional and unconventional factions.
Factions such as the United States Marine Corps, Australian Defence Force, and Canadian Army are among the 13 available, each providing faction‑specific weapons and vehicles for players to customize their loadouts.
- Coordinate squad movements to control key map locations.
- Use the size of the battle to your advantage by flanking larger enemy groups.
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Fireteam Co‑op Mode
Fireteam is a new PvE mode introduced in Update 10.1, allowing up to five players to tackle condensed tactical missions. Four missions are available to all Squad players, offering intense, short‑duration scenarios.
Players can support ongoing development of Fireteam by purchasing Supporter or Founder packs, though the mode itself is accessible without extra purchase.
- Stick together to maximize fireteam effectiveness.
- Focus on mission objectives to complete each short scenario quickly.
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In‑Game Communication
Squad provides a world‑class VoIP system enabling local, squad, squad‑leader, and commander voice channels. Players can also use map tools and in‑world markers to convey tactical information.
These tools help manage the complexity of large‑scale engagements, allowing leaders to issue orders and coordinate movements across the battlefield.
- Use squad‑leader channels for concise command relays.
- Mark enemy positions with in‑world markers for quick reference.
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Building & Logistics System
Players can construct fortifications, emplacements, and supply points to adapt to battlefield needs. Options include HMGs, AT guns, sandbags, razor wire, and ammunition caches.
These constructions give squads strategic advantages, allowing them to hold positions or provide fire support for advancing troops.
- Place HMGs on high ground for maximum coverage.
- Maintain supply lines to keep ammunition available for front‑line troops.
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Ultra‑Realistic Infantry Combat
Squad emphasizes realistic infantry combat through picture‑in‑picture scopes and a suppression system. Players must work together, using tactics and teamwork to outmaneuver opponents.
The game’s core tenets demand split‑second decision‑making in intense firefights, rewarding coordinated squad actions over solo play.
- Utilize the picture‑in‑picture scope for precise aiming.
- Manage suppression by moving between cover and returning fire.
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