10 Essential Tips for New Players to Excel in Wardogs

Wardogs strikes a balance between accessibility and depth, making it a unique entry in the military shooter genre. This 100-player king of the hill FPS blends elements from Battlefield and Squad while incorporating aspects of Counter-Strike and extraction shooters. It’s an unusual mix, but it’s a blast to play.

If you’re familiar with both milsim and military shooters, you’re already at an advantage. For those new to FPS games featuring dedicated driver and logistics roles, here are some essential tips to help you navigate Wardogs, including its distinct economy and transportation mechanics.

Before you hop into a helicopter, make sure you’re equipped:

Sure, it might cost a few extra bucks, but you’ll quickly earn that back just by standing in the zone for a few minutes. Being prepared is key.

Wardogs features a user-friendly vendor for purchasing extra magazines, but it doesn’t clarify the benefits of loose ammo. You can buy loose ammo in stacks of 100, which only occupy two inventory slots. When your magazines are empty, simply press C in the inventory screen to automatically refill them from your loose ammo stash. While refilling takes a moment, the savings in inventory space and cash are well worth it.

Driving from spawn to the action is rarely a good idea. The 3km trek can take 4-5 minutes depending on your vehicle, so it’s usually smarter to wait for a transport chopper. Most teams have volunteer helicopter pilots ready to shuttle players to the front lines, and the job pays decently. Even if you have to wait a minute for the next chopper, it’s a much quicker option than driving.

To minimize aim sway with any weapon, hold Shift while aiming. This will also give you a slight zoom, perfect for taking controlled shots from a distance.

If you want to quickly buy the same loadout you had previously, just hit the “Re-buy Loadout” button at the vendor. You’ll see a list of your gear and total cost, allowing for any last-minute adjustments. Keep in mind that the button disappears if you make a purchase before using it.

Helicopter pilots typically drop you off at the nearest friendly FOB (forward operating base), but don’t linger there unless you have a specific task, like building, sniping, or using artillery. Move out and engage in productive activities like capturing the Hot Zone (the yellow circle), disrupting enemy FOBs, taking towers, or destroying enemy vehicles. The FOB is a safe spot to regroup, but you don’t need to defend it constantly—unless there’s an active siege, of course.

Looting fallen enemies is crucial. You can scavenge their gear to replenish ammo, bandages, and swap out damaged armor for better protection. While bodies will disappear once a player “gives up,” their lootable backpacks will remain for several minutes.

If you go down near enemies, be cautious when calling for help. Enemies can hear your voice over the mic. If a teammate is close, they may be coming to assist but might not want to give away their position by rushing to you. Avoid calling out their name or thanking them during the revive, as this could alert nearby foes. Stay calm and ensure the area is clear. For communicating enemy locations to teammates, use the team text channel.

Each team has one rectangular APC in their colors (red, blue, or green), serving as a mobile spawn point. Destroying it is both strategically advantageous and financially rewarding. If you spot one, unleash RPGs, IEDs, or C4 on it.

If you haven’t unlocked other class gadgets and don’t want to build FOBs, consider buying binoculars. They’re inexpensive and incredibly effective: using them makes it easy to spot enemy players, and holding LMB while looking through them reveals their position to your entire team. This earns you XP, cash, and extra assist rewards when spotted targets are eliminated. It’s one of the simplest ways to contribute to your team’s success.