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~An FAQ/Walkthrough Created By: Croco~
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This Document is Copyrighted 2001 by Croco. Reproduction of this document in
part or in whole without the author's consent is strictly forbidden. If persons
wish to use the FAQ for their personal and private use only, then a copy may be
made.
This Extensive FAQ/Walkthrough to the PlayStation 2 game Red Faction Includes
the Following Features:
*A Detailed Walkthrough To The Single Player Mode
*A Comprehensive Look at the Multiplayer Levels and Strategies
*Complete Lists of Weapons, Vehicles, Characters, and Others
*More! Read On...
Contact Me: croco64@yahoo.com (See Part 4, Section 3 for details)
-VERSION HISTORY-
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This FAQ/Walkthrough for Red Faction is currently in Version 1.1, Created June
11th, 2001 by Croco.
Version 1.1 - 6/11/01
The first update is here, and will hopefully start to make up for the lack of
completeness found in the first version. Now that Summer's here and school's
out, I'll have more time to update. Of course, Black and White has gotten me
rather addicted, so the effects may cancel out. Nonetheless, expect to see
another update in a few days. As for this update, I've included Areas 5 - 8 in
the Single Player Walkthrough, as well as new additions and descriptions to the
Weapons and Enemies sections. By the way, I've gotten a new (kickass) computer
and wanted to gloat about it.
Version 1.0 - 6/3/01
FAQ Number 11 hits the streets today in the form of Red Faction, and it couldn't
be at a happier time. You see, this week I will experience the favorite time
period of every student: final exam week. Not only do the exams count for an
insane portion of your grade, you get to spend all your free time studying for
them! Like the geek I am, I'm going to be holed up pretty soon scrounging for
ways to boost my exam grades. For you, the reader, this means it will be over
week before my next update comes out. Couldn't have submitted this FAQ at a
better time, huh? Well, I wanted to get it out while Red Faction is still all
the rage. Anyway, what's here so far is Parts 1 and 5, most of Part 2, and the
beginning of Part 3 has been started on. In short, this FAQ is rather
incomplete, but don't worry, it'll be updated... in a while.
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UPDATE NOTICE: N/A
NEXT UPDATE: Expected 6/15/01
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~TABLE OF CONTENTS~
I. Part 1: Introduction
1. Introduction
2. The Story Behind This FAQ
3. The Story of Red Faction
II. Part 2: Basics and Lists
1. Controls & Play
2. Characters
3. Weapons*
4. Vehicles*
5. Enemies*
III. Part 3: Game Walkthrough
1. Area 1: Live Mines
2. Area 2: Mine Maintenance
3. Area 3: Mine Entrance
4. Area 4: Barracks Entrance
5. Area 5: Barracks
6. Area 6: Elevator to Registration
7. Area 7: Miner Registration**
8. Area 8: Registration Lobby**
9. Area 9: Docking Bay**
IV. Multiplayer Levels & Strategies
1. Arenas Guide
A. The Lobby**
B. Installation XJ5**
C. Waste Disposal Plant**
D. The Badlands**
E. Hangar 18**
F. Blasted Canyon**
G. Waterlogged**
H. Mine Warfare**
I. Warlords**
2. General Strategies**
V. Part 5: Miscellaneous
1. Additional Tips
2. Frequently Asked Questions
3. Contact Info
4. Credits/Other
5. Closing Statement
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it will be started on is usually based on the order it is found on the Table of
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=============== INTRODUCTION ===============
Garnering quite a bit of attention before its release, the fate of Red
Faction was uncertain. It looked good, sounded good, and seemed to be good. Yet,
with all the hype surrounding it, one was uncertain whether or not it would
ultimately live up to it. Recent PS2 releases such as Oni had been incredibly
hyped, but didn't live up to expectations. Would Red Faction manage to be as
good as it claimed to be?
Red Faction was said to change the FPS genre. Its biggest feature was the
Geometry Modification Technology used throughout. Players could blast holes in
walls, see glass shatter at the point of impact, and take out bridges swarming
with enemies to send the evil-doers plummeting to their doom. Volition and THQ
were also reiterating that the game also was a blast to play.
The hype was perhaps a bit too much; Red Faction hasn't changed FPSs, and
though the Geo-Mod technology is very cool, it is really more of a gimmick that
adds to the experience, instead of defining it. However, one thing was certainly
lived up to what was expected was that it was fun. Red Faction is one of the
best additions to the PS2 library to date, and will certainly entice players of
all kinds.
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=============== THE STORY BEHIND THIS FAQ ===============
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Last year at the end of May, we were treated to what is widely recognized
as the best console FPS around: Perfect Dark. When I heard of Red Faction coming
out at the same time in 2001, I was quite excited. I didn't know if I was going
to like it more than Perfect Dark, but I was looking forward to having a similar
experience of playing an FPS then writing up an FAQ for it.
Having completed this game and played the multiplayer, I still leave the
crown on Perfect Dark's throne, but Red Faction certainly isn't a bad game. In
fact, it's quite fun to play.
OK, enough sappy crap about how the game is good. Now it's time for me to
talk about the one thing that matters in the universe: me. I'm writing this FAQ,
I made that cool ASCII art up top (isn't it cool? It's my first decent picture
in my FAQs), and learn about the many ways you can give me money for my
brilliance by e-mailing me. Yes, that last thing was about you. Aren't I caring?
Well, let's get on with it. Roll that beautiful bean footage!
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=============== THE STORY OF RED FACTION ===============
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One of Red Faction's big plusses is its intense story. Half of the exciting
part is building up to it. Therefore, having some background makes it all the
more interesting as it develops. Below is the story from the start, as told in
the instruction manual.
"Mars in the near future.
Mars is the planet of opportunity, its mineral wealth feeding the insatiable
needs of Earth, a planet stripped of raw materials and minerals. Ultor
Corporation, aptly named after the ancient Roman temple dedicated to Mars the
god of war, owns all the mining rights on the planet. The company is an expert
at maximizing profits while minimizing costs. Fortunes are made as cargo ship
after cargo ship return to Earth filled with precious Noachite.
Mine workers, misled by promises of adventure and easy money, arrive on Mars by
the shuttle load. Few even make it back to Earth. Conditions in the Ultor mines
are brutal. The work is dangerous and the miners' living quarters are
disgusting. Environmental suits and bunks are shared between miners on different
shifts. Food is lousy and in short supply. And beatings from Ultor guards are
commonplace.
Worst of all, a mysterious, disfiguring Plague is running rampant through the
mines. As the death toll rises and Ultor remains complacent, the miners' fear
and discontent grows. Pamphlets and posters from an underground organization
begin showing up all over the mining complex. Signed by the mysterious Eos, the
pamphlets tell of bizarre deaths and missing comrades and urge the miners to
take action against Ultor. Tensions run high. The mines are wired like a powder
keg. All it will take is a spark...
During a shift change, a young man is brutally assaulted by an Ultor guard.
Another miner, Parker, witnesses the brutality and is quickly caught up in the
chaos. He has no choice. Kill or be killed. A rebellion explodes across Mars.
Can you live long enough to become a hero?"
-Red Faction Instruction Manual
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=============== CONTROLS AND PLAY ===============
Red Faction's control style uses the Dualshock controller to its advantage
rather than hinder its play. I've heard it's rather similar to the control in
TimeSplitters. One of the great things about Red Faction's controls is that you
can customize it exactly to your liking. I prefer to have the left stick control
moving forward and turning, and I was able to switch to just that. Pretty handy.
Below are the default settings.
~CONTROLS~
- Left Analog Stick: Walk Forward/Backward, Sidestep Left/Right
- Right Analog Stick: Look Up/Down, Turn Left/Right
- Directional Buttons
Up: Fine Aim Mode
Down: Center View
Left: Draw/Put Away Weapon
Right: Display Past Messages
- X Button: Action Button (open doors, hit switches), Confirm Menu
Selections
- O Button: Cycle to Next Weapon
- Square Button: Cycle to Previous Weapon
- Triangle Button: Reload, Cancel Menu Selections
- L1 Button: Jump
- R1 Button: Fire (Primary Mode)
- L2 Button: Crouch
- R2 Button: Fire Secondary Mode/Switch to Secondary Mode
- Start Button: Pause Game
- Select Button: Access In-Game Menu (Save, Load, Options, Quit)
- L3 Button: No Use
- R3 Button: No Use
~GAME BASICS~
-HEALTH-
In the upper left corner of the screen, you'll see a little human figure with a
circle around him. This is where you can check on your Health and Envirosuit
Armor. The number on the left displays your health, while the number on the
right your armor. Armor will shield the brute force of an attack, saving much of
your health. However, armor is much less abundant than medical kits and other
health-replenishing items. The circle around the human also displays your
current Envirosuit Armor level.
-WEAPONS
The weapons you find in your battle across Mars, obvious, are used to take out
the enemy. Most weapons have primary and secondary functions, sometimes aiding
you with the weapon and sometimes dealing damage in different forms. All weapons
have their advantages and disadvantages. Ammo can be found on dead guards and
throughout the locations you visit.
-CIVILIANS-
While not really civilians, these guys are considered innocent bystanders and
will not hurt you. If you have a weapon drawn in their presence, they will cower
in fear. Unlike other FPS games, there is no penalty for killing them, and, in
fact, they many times will drop medical kits when they die.
-GEO-MOD TECHNOLOGY-
The famous Geo-Mod Engine performs some functions that we already have seen in
other games, like enemies reacting to shots in specific areas on their bodies
and bullet holes in walls. However, such things like blasting through rock and
walls with explosives and shattering glass at the point of impact, and
ricocheting bullets are new innovations in the realm of FPSs. It's quite fun to
test these things out, and you'll be sure to notice it as you play.
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=============== CHARACTERS ===============
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While few and far between, Red Faction's handful of characters prove to be
quite interesting and each develop their own unique personalities. Below is some
background information on all the significant people you'll meet up with on your
quest.
-PARKER-
Status: Ultor Miner
Role: Heroic rebel that fights Ultor for the liberation of Mars
Description: You are Parker, a miner employed by Ultor. One day you
witness a guard brutally attacking another miner and you are left
with only one choice - kill or be killed.
Quote: "It's getting tense around here. We're all scared and angry.
Angry at Ultor for the conditions we work in and scared of the
Plague. Miners are getting sick. Not flu-sick but something worse.
Every day, dozens of miners collapse, in the mines and in the
barracks, without warning. One minute they're fine, the next they're
on the ground, writhing in pain or sometimes unconscious even before
they hit the floor. And there's something wrong with their faces too.
They seem... puffy or stretched. Some say that they've seen sick
miners whose faces are bulging or pulsating. Everyone is on the verge
of panic."
Parker is the hero, the guy you'll control in all of Red Faction. He goes to
Mars with the vision of excitement, adventure, and good money that most other
prospective workers see as well. However, when he arrives, he finds that the
mines are much different than he expected. He is quite well-educated (recently
being accepted into Harvard), but his arrogance and short temper can sometimes
get the best of him. He is definitely a key figure in the events and tactics of
Red Faction.
-HENDRIX-
Status: Ultor Security Technician
Role: Helps Red Faction and Parker by hacking into Ultor Security
Description: During the game you will hear messages from Hendrix, and
Ultor security technician sympathetic to the cause.
Quote: "For years, I've existed in two worlds. The physical world that I
share with everyone else here is the daily drudgery of this hellish
mining complex. But the virtual world of Ultor's computer net is mine
aline. I've never talked about it with anyone, and I've never spotted
another human presence among the autonomous programs that run the
complex."
Hendrix will be your eyes throughout the game. He'll notify you of things you
need to do, problems up ahead, and other things. He hacks into Ultor's security
systems, finding out vital information for Parker and Red Faction. He's a key
part in the fight for freedom, and his help will definitely be appreciated.
-EOS-
Status: Leader of the Red Faction
Role: Guides the rebellion and helps the miners attain victory
Description: Eos is the leader of the resistance movement on Mars.
When Parker and a few brave miners fight back against the guards'
brutality, the Red Faction triggers a full-scale revolt.
Quote: "The next few days are going to make or break us. Four years of
planning and plotting are either going to pay off or get us all
killed. Getting rid of Ultor is the goal for everyone else in Red
Faction. But I want more. I want to know who's behind the Plague. And
I want them to die."
Eos is the person in charge of Red Faction and has led the progress towards the
rebellion. She has personally been hurt by the Plague, which took the life of
her parents. Ever since she was a child, she wanted to destroy Ultor. After much
cunning and secret planning, Red Faction is now ready to strike, with Eos
leading the way. She'll contact Parker and inform him of the general situation
of the miners and Mars.
-GRYPHON-
Status: Deputy Administrator of Ultor Corp.
Role: Ultor employee that may prove helpful in the rebellion
Description: None
Quote: None
Deputy Administrator Gryphon was the person that allowed the Red Faction to
start meeting in the first place. Whether this was intentional or not is
unknown. While he works for Ultor, he seems to be willing to further the rebel
cause.
-CAPEK-
Status: Scientist for Ultor
Role: Unknown
Description: None
Quote: None
Capek is a scientist working for Ultor. He seems to have a lot of power within
the corporation, and may be behind some of the unrevealed secrets. He has
created many new technologies for Ultor recently.
-MASAKO-
Status: Mercenary Leader
Role: Unknown
Description: None
Quote: None
Not much is known about Masako other than that she leads the mercenary forces
that were brought to Mars shortly before the uprising begun. She and her
mercenaries are ruthless warriors, and are not to be trifled with.
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=============== WEAPONS ===============
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Weapons, like in all first-person shooters, are the items that decide
whether you'll kill the next enemy or be killed by him. None of the weapons are
perfect; all have their advantages and disadvantages. Most of the weapons not
only has a primary function, but also a secondary one. The secondary might be as
little as a scope or as big as an alternate form of attack. Read below to find
out everything on the weapons in this game.
---~WEAPONS LIST KEY~---------------------------------------------------
1. Name: The name of the weapon.
2. Manufacturing Name: Ultor's Official name for the weapon.
3. Ammo Type: What kind of bullets/ammo the weapon uses. This is helpful
to know because some weapons use the same kind of bullets.
4. Primary Function: The standard form of attack for the weapon.
5. Alternate Function: The secondary fire or mode for the weapon. Some
weapons do not have a secondary function.
6. Clip Size: How many rounds you'll be able to use before you must
reload.
7. Maximum Ammo: The maximum amount of ammo you can hold at one time.
8. Pick-Up Ammo: The maximum amount of ammo you can receive from a
dropped weapon.
9. Power: How much the weapon hurts the enemy, either Very Weak, Weak,
Medium, Strong, Very Strong, Explosive, Fusion, or Lethal (in
ascending order of power).
10. Range: The most effective range that the enemy should be at while
firing, either Very Short, Short, Medium, Long, or Very Long.
11. Rate of Fire: How quickly the weapon fires, either Slow, Medium,
Fast, or Rapid.
12. Reload Time: How long the weapon will take to reload, either Slow,
Medium, or Fast. Some weapons do not reload as they are expendable.
13. Description: The instruction manual's description of the weapon.
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-12 MM PISTOL-
Manufacturing Name: USP-16 Ultor Semi-Automatic Pistol
Ammo Type: 12 mm bullets
Primary Function: Fire Single Round
Alternate Function: Attach/Detach Silencer
Clip Size: 16 Rounds
Maximum Ammo: 125
Pick-Up Ammo: 24
Power: Weak
Range: Short to Medium
Rate of Fire: Medium/Fast
Reload Time: Fast
Description: This basic semi automatic pistol packs a serious punch
against unarmed targets. The pistol can penetrate body armor but with
significantly less impact. This weapon is standard issue for Ultor
security guards. The pistol can be fired underwater.
The 12 mm Pistol is your basic weapon and the first real weapon you'll find.
Though not very powerful, it provides a good rate of fire and a quick reload
time. Though there are better weapons to be found, it gets the job done and does
it well. The Pistol's alternate function is putting a silencer on. While the
silencer is helpful for remaining quiet while in stealth areas.
-CONTROL BATON-
Manufacturing Name: UCB-24 Ultor Control Baton
Ammo Type: Battery Cell
Primary Function: Swing Baton as Club
Alternate Function: Electric Shock Mode
Clip Size: 1 Battery Cell
Maximum Ammo: 10
Pick-Up Ammo: 1
Power: Strong
Range: Very Short
Rate of Fire: ?
Reload Time: Medium
Description: This crowd control weapon can serve as a truncheon or a
stun gun.
Functioning as a powerful weapon, the Control Baton is generally used by Ultor
Guards to keep rowdy Miners under control. However, after stealing one of these
for yourself, you too can use it. While it is quite powerful and will down most
enemies in one of two swings, you must stand right next to an enemy to use it.
When they're firing powerful guns at point blank range, it isn't a good thing.
You'll more than likely lose health if you use the Control Baton, so only take
it out as a last resort.
-RIOT SHIELD-
Manufacturing Name: UBS-4 Ultor Riot Body Shield
Ammo Type: N/A
Primary Function: Swing Shield
Alternate Function: None
Clip Size: N/A
Maximum Ammo: 1
Pick-Up Ammo: 1
Power: Very Weak
Range: Very Short
Rate of Fire: Slow
Reload Time: N/A
Description: A body-sized translucent shield that is used by the riot
guards of Ultor. The riot shield is lightweight but can withstand
blast and gunfire damage for a brief period of time.
The Riot Shield's main purpose is to block enemy fire. While it won't entirely
protect you from bullets and explosions, it will block some of the force and
reduce the overall damage you take. Use the shield when you need to get through
an ammo quickly but can't afford to take out a ton of enemies (for example, if
you have low health or ammo). The Riot Shield can also be used as a weapon by
swinging it. This is not a desirable form of attack, as it's very weak and you
must be standing right next to the enemy to use it. Use the Riot Shield as a
shield and leave the weapons to the guns.
-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN-
Manufacturing Name: UAS-10 Ultor Automatic Combat Shotgun
Ammo Type: 10 Gauge Buckshot Shells
Primary Function: Fires Double Shot (Pump Action)
Alternate Function: Fires Single Shot (Continuous Fire)
Clip Size: 8 rounds
Maximum Ammo: 48
Pick-Up Ammo: 12
Power: Strong
Range: Short to Medium
Rate of Fire: Medium
Reload Time: Medium
Description: This weapon is a military-grade shotgun capable of semi-
automatic and full automatic fire. Recoil in semi-automatic mode is
slightly less than a civilian 10-gauge shotgun. Fully automatic fire
is more difficult to control because of the recoil compensator's
response time.
The Shotgun has some advantages (particularly its power), but its disadvantages
make it a rather clumsy weapon to use. Its accuracy is awful, and you'll need to
be rather close to your enemy to hit them. If you want the power this gun gives,
you'll need to use the double shot. However, the double shot also eats through
ammo much quicker and requires you to pump after every shot. While one of the
most powerful normal weapons, the shotgun has too many disadvantages to make it
a stable addition to your repertoire.
-REMOTE CHARGE-
Manufacturing Name: URC-15 Ultor Remote Mining Charge
Ammo Type: Remote Mine
Primary Function: Throw/Detonate Charge
Alternate Function: None
Clip Size: 1 Mine
Maximum Ammo: 20
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Explosive
Range: Short
Rate of Fire: Slow
Reload Time: N/A
Description: This is a medium-sized, high-explosive remotely detonated
charge. It has a kill radius of 10 meters. Only one charge can be
detonated at a time. They are effective against unarmored and armored
personnel as well as light vehicles.
Remote Charges are explosives that stick to pretty much anything. Just throw it
on the desired object that you want to blow to kingdom come, run away a safe
distance, the press the big red button to make it go boom. While not as helpful
for fighting purposes, Remote Charges are safe ways to blast through walls and
set up traps for guards.
-ASSAULT RIFLE-
Manufacturing Name: UAR-42 Military Assault Rifle
Ammo Type: 5.56 mm High Velocity Armor Piercing Bullets
Primary Function: Fire Three-Round Burst
Alternate Function: Continuous Automatic Fire
Clip Size: 42 rounds
Maximum Ammo: 200
Pick-Up Ammo: 63
Power: Medium
Range: Short to Long
Rate of Fire: Fast/Rapid
Reload Time: Fast
Description: This weapon is designed to offer all the benefits of a
full-length rifle in a compact design. It is capable of firing three
round bursts or full automatic fire. Compared to fully automatic fire,
three round bursts offer increased control and aim but potentially
decreased force, unless fired at close range. The high-velocity armor-
piercing shells inflict massive damage in unarmored targets and will
penetrate body armor easily. This is the standard rifle issued to
Ultor soldiers.
The Assault Rifle is one of the best weapon choices throughout the game. Not
only are its three-round bursts very potent and effective against the enemy
forces, a continuous stream of automatic fire can be used for even more power.
Add to that its good range, fast reload time, and large clip size and you've got
yourself a winner.
-ROCKET LAUNCHER-
Manufacturing Name: URL-6T Ultor Tactical Rocket Launcher (AKA Big Earl)
Ammo Type: 15 cm High Explosive
Primary Function: Fires "Dumb" Rockets (normal fire)
Alternate Function: Engages Heat-Seeking Mode
Clip Size: 6 rounds
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Explosive
Range: Medium to Long
Rate of Fire: Slow
Reload Time: Medium
Description: This weapon is capable of firing its rockets in "dumb" or
"homing" (i.e., heat-seeking) mode. Once homing mode is selected, it
takes approximately 2.75 seconds for the thermal imaging sensor to
achieve target lock. The weapon beeps when locked onto a target. Once
fired the rocket tracks the target until contact or until it runs out
of fuel.
The Rocket Launcher shoots out rockets at a powerful speed. In the primary mode,
they fly straight through the air until they hit something. In the secondary
mode, they'll lock onto the target, but it'll take a little while to get a lock-
on. A very powerful and very useful weapon with a good blast radius.
-SUBMACHINE GUN-
Manufacturing Name: UAP-32/20 Ultor Submachine Gun
Ammo Type: 12 mm bullets
Primary Function: Automatic Fire
Alternate Function: Toggle between 12 mm and 5.56 mm rounds
Clip Size: 30 rounds
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Strong
Range: Short to Medium
Rate of Fire: Automatic
Reload Time: Fast
Description: This weapon is slightly larger than the pistol and is
capable of full automatic fire. Heavier than the pistol, the
submachine gun offers better control in full auto mode, though it
remains inaccurate at medium or long range. Ultor officers (the guard
commanders) are issued assault rifles as standard weapons.
Another rapid-fire weapon, the Submachine Gun is quite can be quite powerful if
you get close to your foe. From further away, it's not as effective. The reload
time is very quick and the 30 round clip is a decent size. Overall, it's a good
choice for heading into battle with.
-FLAMETHROWER-
Manufacturing Name: UFT-1 Ultor Flame Thrower
Ammo Type: Fuel Tank
Primary Function: 4-Meter Flame Shot
Alternate Function: Incendiary Bomb (throw Fuel Canister)
Clip Size: 1
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Strong
Range: Short to Medium
Rate of Fire: Continuous
Reload Time: Medium
The Flamethrower is a powerful weapon, as it ignites whomever it hits on fire.
The main concern with this is that you must be rather close to your victim and
make sure they stay put for a second (it's harder to maneuver with the flame).
After you've set the enemy aflame, watch out for their erratic running or you
could be subject to burns, to. Throwing a fuel canister (the alternate function)
isn't the best explosive attack, especially considering that you don't throw it
too far and it may cause damage to yourself if you aren't careful. The
Flamethrower is more of a cool weapon than a useful weapon.
-SNIPER RIFLE-
Manufacturing Name: USG-50 Ultor Sniper Rifle
Ammo Type: .50 Caliber Armor Piercing Bullets
Primary Function: Fire One Round
Alternate Function: Activate/Deactivate Scope (Hold R2 to Zoom Further)
Clip Size: 6 rounds
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: ?
Range: Short to Very Long
Rate of Fire: ?
Reload Time: ?
Description: Capable of semi-automatic firing only, this sniper rifle
comes standard with an UNVS-8 scope that provides the user with up to
12x zoom. The rifle also features a wind velocity offset that corrects
for wind conditions. This weapon is capable  of inflicting critical
damage when a head or torso shot is achieved. It is also capable of
penetrating light armored vehicles.
No first-person shooter is complete without a Sniper Rifle, but you could
actually do without one in Red Faction. Very rarely are you given a situation
where a guard is far away and they don't notice you right away. Even then,
precise aiming is rather clumsy. Still, the Sniper Rifle can be useful in some
situations, but they don't come up enough to fully utilize the coolness of this
weapon.
-GRENADE-
Manufacturing Name: UHG-90 Ultor Offensive Hand Grenade
Ammo Type: N/A
Primary Function: Toss as an Impact Grenade
Alternate Function: Toss as a Timed Grenade (4 seconds)
Clip Size: 1 Grenade
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Explosive
Range: Short
Rate of Fire: Slow
Reload Time: N/A
Description: This weapon is a high explosive anti-personnel device with
a kill radius of 5 meters. The grenade has a 4-second timer that
starts when thrown. Hand grenades are highly effective against
unarmored personnel and moderately effective against armored
personnel.
Grenades are the alternate to Remote Charges. Instead of having to detonate
them, Grenades either explode on impact or after four seconds. Grenades are
rarely more useful than Remote Charges, as you need to be close to the enemy to
hit them with a grenade, but also need to be far away to avoid the blast. Only
use them when your Rocket Launcher ammo is used up and you need a quick
exploding device.
-PRECISION RIFLE-
Manufacturing Name: MK/SG-1 Defender Precision Rifle
Ammo Type: 5.65 mm Explosive Ammo
Primary Function: Semi-Automatic Fire
Alternate Function: Activate/Deactivate Scope (Hold R2 to Zoom Further)
Clip Size: 20 rounds
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Strong
Range: Long
Rate of Fire: Medium
Reload Time: Fast
Description: A favorite of mercenary grunts, this rifle fires a single
explosive round with precision accuracy.
The Precision Rifle is another excellent choice for top weapon. While it is only
semi-automatic, it is a powerful gun with good accuracy. Its better accuracy
allows you to stay back where the enemy's accuracy is diminished. This gun
doesn't appear until after halfway through the game, but it will have abundant
ammo supplies afterwards and will always be a good choice.
-HEAVY MACHINE GUN-
Manufacturing Name: JF60-HMG/BF Heavy Suppression Machine Gun
Ammo Type: 7.62 mm Caliber Bullets
Primary Function: Full Automatic Fire
Alternate Function: Slower Automatic Fire (with increased accuracy)
Clip Size: 99 rounds
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Medium
Range: Long
Rate of Fire: Automatic
Reload Time: ?
Description: A terribly inaccurate, but fast firing weapon. Holds tons
of ammo and best used when raw firepower and maximum suppression is
required.
*Comments Coming Soon*
-RAIL DRIVER-
Manufacturing Name: FCA-26 Magnetic Rail Driver
Ammo Type: Metal Slug
Primary Function: Fires Metal Slug
Alternate Function: Engages Infrared Scope
Clip Size: 1 round
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: ?
Power: Lethal
Range: Medium to Long
Rate of Fire: Slow
Reload Time: Slow
Description: This weapon was brought to Mars by Col. Masako's
mercenaries. Capable of firing metal slugs at ultra-high velocity,
the rail gun can penetrate walls.
*Comments Coming Soon!*
-FUSION ROCKET LAUNCHER-
Manufacturing Name: F-1TL Fusion Rocket Launcher
Ammo Type: Fusion Shell
Primary Function: Fires Single Large Shell
Alternate Function: None
Clip Size: 1 round
Maximum Ammo: ?
Pick-Up Ammo: 1
Power: Fusion
Range: Long
Rate of Fire: Slow
Reload Time: Slow
Description: Huge shoulder-mounted weapon that fires a single powerful
shell capable of massive amounts of damage.
The Fusion Rocket Launcher is one of the most powerful weapons in the game that
mercilessly tears through enemies in an instant. The blast radius is humongous,
so be sure you're well out of the way if you decide to use this weapon. Nothing
works better against bosses and large groups of enemies, so long as you're
careful. Ammo is rather rare, however, so you'd be wise to save these shots for
only when it's needed.
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=============== VEHICLES ===============
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One of Red Faction's biggest features are the incredible vehicles that you
can climb into and control. There are a total of five vehicles, each with their
own unique stats and weapons. The one thing they all have in common is that
they're a blast to try out.
-DRILLER-
Found: Mine Maintenance
Armor: Unknown
Primary Fire: Drill
Alternate Fire: None
Primary Fire Ammo: N/A
Alternate Fire Ammo: N/A
Speed: Slow
Power: Weak
Description: The Driller is a relatively slow but heavily armored
vehicle that allows you to slowly dig through the environment. It is a
great source of protection for Parker but does not possess any form of
fire-power. Use the Primary Fir button to engage the driller bits.
Pressing the Alternate Fire button will cycle through the four points
of view: Front, Left, Rear, and Right.
The Driller is less a useful vehicle than a vehicle that is an interesting
vehicle to try out and explore the Geo-Mod technology with. With its dual drill
bits, the Driller allows you to dig into walls, structures, or anything else you
can find around. Digging a deep tunnel around a door is rather fun, but not very
useful. After a short while, the drill bits will need maintenance and your fun
will be ended. Too bad.
*MORE VEHICLES COMING SOON!*
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=============== ENEMIES ===============
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Red Faction features a variety of enemies. Sometimes all that distinguishes
them is the weapon they use, while other times armor, appearance, and even if
they're among the human race may be brought into the mold. Read below to find
out about them.
-ULTOR GUARD-
First Found: Live Mines
Weapon: 12 mm Pistol
Armor: None
The standard guard in Ultor's system is the fittingly named Ultor Guard. They
carry around the rather ineffective 12 mm Pistol. They wear no armor, and are
not particularly skilled in fighting. Your basic enemy.
-RIOT GUARD-
First Found: Live Mines
Weapon: Control Baton
Armor: None
The Riot Guard can be a big pain. They dash at you at top speed, then
continuously swing their Control Baton at you. Many times you won't even notice
them approach and will start to take a lot of damage. If you ever notice health
draining repeatedly, look around for a Riot Guard. If you're ready for them, a
quick shot or two will take them out before they can get to you.
-ROCKET GUARD-
First Found: Mine Maintenance
Weapon: Rocket Launcher
Armor: None
The Rocket Guard is similar to the standard Ultor Guard, but instead of Pistols
they wield the much-deadlier Rocket Launcher. Be sure to keep your distance so
you have time to move out of the way of the rockets they shoot.
-ARMORED PERSONAL CARRIER-
First Found: Mine Entrance
Weapon: Chain Gun, Mortar
Armor: Heavily Armored
Also a vehicle that you can get into later in your quest, the APC is quite a
formidable foe. If you want to take it out when an enemy's in the driver's seat,
you'll need to use some cunning tactics rather than brute force.
-ADVANCED ULTOR GUARD-
First Found: Barracks Entrance
Weapon: Automatic Shotgun
Armor: None
These enemies are promoted from the normal Ultor Guards and are given the more
powerful Automatic Shotgun as their weapon. This weapon is definitely more
annoying (and harmful) than the pistol.
-PLANTED GUN-
First Found: Barracks
Weapon: Automatic Gun
Armor: Heavy
Planted Guns are stationary weapons that don't require a person to man them to
fire. They are very dangerous and are quite heavily armored. These guns are also
many times placed in strategic locations, making it harder for you to destroy or
surprising you when you walk by. Use a rocket or two to take them out quickly.
-ASSAULT ULTOR GUARD-
First Found: Miner Registration
Weapon: Assault Rifle
Armor: None
Assault Ultor Guards are rather self-explanatory. They're just like the other
Ultor Guards. The difference is that they carry the more deadly Assault Rifle
than a 12 mm Pistol or Automatic Shotgun.
-DRONE GUNS-
First Found: Registration Lobby
Weapon: Automatic Gun
Armor: Light
Similar to Planted Guns, Drone Guns are stationary, but instead of bein gon the
ground, they're found on the wall or the ceiling. Their armor is much weaker
than that of the Planted Gun.
*MORE ENEMIES COMING SOON!*
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The third part of this FAQ takes you into the Walkthrough, where all the
information you need for completing the game is found. I've divided it up into
areas for convenience. Each area is usually found after the game loads, and
you'll be able to tell by a new name appearing on the save game menu. In many
places in the game, there are multiple routes you can take. I'll usually
describe the easiest or most beneficial one to take (or perhaps both). Anyway,
look below to find coverage to the game's single player mode.
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The Live Mines are the places where Miners dig. They are the areas deep
underground where Drillers and humans hack away at the soil in search of
precious raw materials. Parker's shift has just ended, and you gain control of
him.
LEVEL LENGTH: Medium
LEVEL DIFFICULTY: Easy
WEAPONS: 12 mm Pistol, Control Baton, Remote Charges, Rocket Launcher
ENEMIES: Ultor Guard, Riot Guard
VEHICLES: None
========== LEVEL WALKTHROUGH ==========
The game begins with a message notifying you that your shift is over. Head down
the tunnel and you'll encounter a Riot Guard and a Miner getting in a fight.
Guards in the background are too quick to the trigger and open fire, and both
the Miner and the Ultor Guard are taken down. A firefight continues, and you'll
have to kill the guards if you want to live. Pick up the Riot Guard's Control
Baton and rush over to the firing Ultor Guard and take him out with a quick
swipe or two.
There are many paths to take through the mines, so I'll guide you through one of
the easiest. Keep in mind that other routes work, too. Head through the tunnel
that's to the left of the point of conflict between the Miner and the Riot
Guard. You'll soon arrive at a door. Right before it on the right wall of the
tunnel is a small cave with remote charges in it. Pick them up and go back
through the door.
Continue down the tunnel, being wary of guards. Keep on the lookout for a
"Active Mine M-4" sign on the left wall. If you go to the right of this sign,
you'll find a small tunnel. At the beginning is a dead Miner with a Rocket
Launcher. A little further down the tunnel is a miner (alive, if you can believe
it). He'll inform you that a shuttle is taking off, and he'll take you along if
you go with him. Unfortunately, the Miner will die shortly (there's nothing you
can do to save him), and you'll have to find the shuttle yourself. Kill the
guards and enter the large door up ahead.
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||     =============== AREA 2: MINE MAINTENANCE ===============     ||
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As you make your way further up the mines, you'll come to the area where
the mine tools and drillers are fixed. You'll need to traverse across this area
if you want to make it out of the mines, but don't expect Ultor's forces to let
you by easily.
LEVEL LENGTH: Medium
LEVEL DIFFICULTY: Easy
WEAPONS: 12 mm Pistol, Control Baton, Remote Charges, Rocket Launcher
ENEMIES: Ultor Guard, Riot Guard
VEHICLES: Driller
========== LEVEL WALKTHROUGH ==========
As you open the doors from the Live Mines, you'll be immersed in a fight
spanning across a large pit. There are two guards on the other side, one with a
Pistol and one with a Rocket Launcher. Kill the one with the rockets first, as
he poses more of a threat, than the other. It's easiest to take them out with
your own Rocket Launcher. If you dawdle too long after the fight, more guards
may come in from the other side or even the doors behind you.
After killing the enemies, jump down into the pool of water below and swim to
the other side. You can climb up the steep slope. Go out the doors on the other
side and head up the tunnel. Soon you'll be in a room with several platforms and
guards. Quickly take them out. Continue through the doors on the other side of
the room, up the tunnel, and into a chamber with a Driller machine in it. You
can also get here by taking the lift in the platform room up to a conveyor belt
that leads to the Rock Crusher. Jump over the Rock Crusher and into the Driller
room.
Defeat the guards in the Driller room, then take the Driller for a quick spin.
When the novelty (or drill bits) have worn off, continue through the next set of
doors and to the Guard Station. Shoot the guard through the electric fence, then
enter the building on the left. Quickly take out both the Ultor Guard and the
Riot Guard through the glass. On the other side is a chest containing a Medkit
and some Envirosuit Armor. Head out the back door and go into the small door on
the far wall.
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||      =============== AREA 3: MINE ENTRANCE ===============       ||
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Finally making your way out of the mines, this is the last step you'll take
to be free of the depths of Mars. The entrance is heavily guarded though, so
watch your step.
LEVEL LENGTH: Short
LEVEL DIFFICULTY: Easy
WEAPONS: 12 mm Pistol
ENEMIES: Ultor Guard, Armored Personal Carrier
VEHICLES: None
========== LEVEL WALKTHROUGH ==========
As you go through the small tunnel, Hendrix will contact you for the first time.
Listen to his message, the go outside to a walkway above a long land bridge
below. It's best to keep back until the guards have passed, though you'll have
to face them later. If you want to dispose of them now (along with the powerful
Armored Personal Carrier), take out the Rocket Launcher and blast holes on two
sections of the bridge, causing the middle to fall into the pit below.
In either event, when you continue down the passage, you'll be greeted in the
next room with the slaughtering of another Miner. Give the guards a little
welcome with your Pistol, then head to the elevator in the back of the room and
out of the mines.
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||     =============== AREA 4: BARRACKS ENTRANCE ===============    ||
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The Miners' Barracks is at the mouth of the Mines. As you exit, you'll need
to make your way through it to proceed. Here you'll experience the awful
conditions that the Miners are forced to live in. First however, you'll need to
make it inside.
LEVEL LENGTH: Short
LEVEL DIFFICULTY: Easy
WEAPONS: 12 mm Pistol, Control Baton, Automatic Shotgun
ENEMIES: Ultor Guard, Riot Guard, Advanced Ultor Guard
VEHICLES: None
========== LEVEL WALKTHROUGH ==========
As you exit the mines, an Ultor Guard will run by on fire. Watch out and be
careful not to get burned and head out of the tunnel and into the area in front
of the barracks. Kill the abundance of guards out front, then walk into the
entrance booth and hit the button in the front. This will open the doors.
Walk inside the barracks and terminate the waiting guard. In a room on the right
wall is lots of Medkits, Envirosuit Armor, and ammo. Pick up as much as you need
then enter the Airlock to continue on into the Barracks.
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