why are my soldiers so ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ stupid

[Boop Master]

the amount of times these idiots have stood there looking at an enemy doing nothing and then getting shot is astronomical are these guys brain deficient what is wrong with their AI?? its so unbelievable infuriating the amount of times of lost a mission because they just dont ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ shoot the enemy right in front of them and then die

[Twistking]

not my experience at all. if you're new to the game, you must understand that a moderate amount of micromanagement is just part of the challenge.

[Takeshi, made in Mom]

if troopers were smart, my job should be nothing but drinking coffee or listening to radio programs.
that's boring.

P.S.
and the next program is ride of the valkyries.
me starts to brew another cup of coffee.
black hawk down.

not that bad

Sorry merged joke posts

[Defective Soul]

Originally posted by "Just call me Takeshi":

if troopers were smart, my job should be nothing but drinking coffee or listening to radio programs.
that's boring.

*disney song melody starts*
''Tango down"
"And another one"
"Will they stop it"
"Cuz it like a tale "

"Just one doorway"
"And they all in there"
"Runin brave and in the panic"
"To be shot in same doorway"

[IvantheFormidable]

Without more information, it's impossible for us to give you a concrete answer on why, in your individual case, your troopers are behaving like that as there are several reasons. My best guess would be weapon/equipment. Try using more CQB oriented weapons for CQB, and longer range weapons (with scopes) for longer shots. That should speed up the reaction time. Additionally, every time your troopers level up they'll get better, which includes more accuracy and quicker engagement times.

Newly introduced doctrines play a huge role in engagement time. Grab a couple of the close range rifle doctrines and you'll be shocked how many people your troopers can effectively engage at a time.

[Mo0on]

Slow guns + heavy armor = slow reaction time

[axios2006]

Originally posted by Boop Master:

the amount of times these idiots have stood there looking at an enemy doing nothing and then getting shot is astronomical are these guys brain deficient what is wrong with their AI?? its so unbelievable infuriating the amount of times of lost a mission because they just dont ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ shoot the enemy right in front of them and then die

Hi, definitely sure that there are more constructive way to express your feedback.

Without providing concrete examples and screenshots, it's so difficult for other players trying to help you.

[pmackles]

Nothing is wrong with the AI they do a great job. pay attention to ur soldiers muzzles and angles. you're probably putting them too close to eachother or walls/doors. Causing them to drop their muzzles which in turn lowers reaction time.

[Freelancer MAD DOg]

I think that with the right control, the rangers are like an automatic turret, a killing machine. After selecting their skills, their magical bullets can kill 3 to 4 enemies in just 0.3 seconds, even before the gun barrel rotates. The key is that you need to learn how to control them properly instead of giving wrong orders. For example, if you draw an arrow pointing to the left when entering a door, they will resolutely follow the command to the death, ignoring any enemies that appear right in front of them.
If you are facing the door frame but are standing too close, your weapon will get stuck. You have to step back until you see them raise their weapons again.
Or, if there are civilians, VPIs (Valuable Persons of Interest), teammates, or soldiers in the line of fire between you and the enemy, they won't fire their weapons.
Of course, there are many more complex situations. For example, if you activate the stealth mode, you will have to manually fire your weapon or deactivate the stealth mode.

This is a valid point to consider. If no one else seems to be complaining about this seemingly sophisticated soldier AI, are you sure it's a problem with the game itself, rather than something on your end?

[Commander Freedom]

This game has one of the best AI I've seen in a video game, the problem is not the game.

Maybe explain your issue instead of blaming the game in a tantrum, people might want to help you more.

[tbga83]

how do yall not understand what the OP is saying? these soldiers will not stop and shoot or even move and shoot if being engaged. for instance, if you send one running down a hallway that you thought was clear and he is getting shot. the soldier will not stop and shoot at what is shooting at him/her. they will keep going to the point you told it to go to.

[axios2006]

Originally posted by tbga83:

how do yall not understand what the OP is saying? these soldiers will not stop and shoot or even move and shoot if being engaged. for instance, if you send one running down a hallway that you thought was clear and he is getting shot. the soldier will not stop and shoot at what is shooting at him/her. they will keep going to the point you told it to go to.

Hi, as already replied to OP, please provide visual examples. In the majority of cases, is a sub optimal planning issue.

[Palasis]

Yeah the AI in this product is a joke. I stopped trying to tell them because it is hopeless. Do the same as I did and let go of this and go find something else more fulfilling (and smarter).

[Strelokest]

The whole point of the game is that you have total control over your troops, your goal is to perfectly plan the assault. If you could just tell them "go clear that room" and they would automatically optimally clear it, this wouldn't even be a game.

The AI, at least rangers with decent stats, are *extremely* deadly. So long as they are facing the right way and have their gun ready.

[axios2006]

Originally posted by Palasis:

Yeah the AI in this product is a joke. I stopped trying to tell them because it is hopeless. Do the same as I did and let go of this and go find something else more fulfilling (and smarter).

Hi, please provide video or screenshots. Otherwise are empty words... Thanks.

[Takeshi, made in Mom]

IMO PvP or Chess/Go AI is smart.
Other complicated games' AI have not satisfied me yet.