Ashes of the Singularity II: Tips for Rts Newbie

What you need to know

Ashes of the Singularity II welcomes newcomers with a gentle learning curve and a solid tutorial that walks you through the core mechanics. You can adjust the challenge by picking different AI difficulty levels, which lets you practice at a comfortable pace. Playing co‑op with a partner AI against two other AIs is a good way to experiment without the pressure of a solo match.

Step by step

1. Run the tutorial or early campaign missions – they introduce unit types, resource management, and basic combat.
2. Start building a balanced force – begin with the standard infantry units; they are reliable and easy to control for a beginner.
3. Add a scout to your army early – the scout’s long sight range gives you valuable map awareness and helps you spot enemy movements before they become a threat.
4. Mix in a few support vehicles – once you’re comfortable with infantry, introduce light vehicles to increase firepower and mobility.
5. Experiment with AI difficulty – set the skirmish AI to an easier level while you learn; raise it gradually as you gain confidence.
6. Try a co‑op match – team up with a partner AI and face two opposing AIs. This setup lets you focus on macro‑management while the AI handles some of the micro‑tasks.
7. Practice squad assignments – assign infantry to squads that match their role (e.g., front‑line assault vs. defensive hold) and keep the scout separate for reconnaissance.
8. Iterate and adjust – after each match, note which unit combinations worked and which didn’t, then tweak your composition for the next game.

Tips

• The tutorial and early campaign are designed to teach you the game’s fundamentals; don’t skip them.
• Normal infantry is a solid starter unit; it isn’t a strict rule, but it’s the most forgiving for new players.
• A single scout can dramatically improve your map vision; keep it alive and move it around the battlefield.
• Use the AI difficulty slider to control how hard the opponents are; start low and increase as you improve.
• Co‑op matches with a partner AI provide a forgiving environment to test new unit mixes and strategies.
• When you feel ready, gradually introduce heavier vehicles and specialized units to expand your tactical options.