Hell Let Loose Beginner’s Guide
Welcome to Hell Let Loose, a hardcore World War II tactical FPS where communication, strategy, and teamwork are just as important as your aim. Unlike traditional shooters, this game emphasizes large-scale warfare, coordinated squads, and battlefield control.
This guide will help new players understand the basics of the game, from movement and communication to combat roles and strategy.
- The game is based on territory control: teams fight to capture and hold key sectors on the battlefield.
- Matches are 50v50 with players taking on different combat roles.
- Winning requires coordination, teamwork, and resource management.
- Sprint: Hold Shift to run.
- Crouch: Press Ctrl to move quietly and avoid detection.
- Prone: Hold Z to go fully prone for cover.
- Ping System: Use Middle Mouse Button to mark locations for your squad.
- Map: Press M to check objectives and team positions.
- Voice Chat (Proximity): Local voice chat can be heard by nearby players.
- Squad Chat: Talk only to your squadmates.
- Command Chat: Used by officers and commanders for team-wide coordination.
- Text Chat: Works for global, team, and squad communication.
- Rifleman: The standard infantry soldier with an ammo supply box.
- Assault: Close-quarters specialist with automatic weapons.
- Machine Gunner: Provides suppressing fire.
- Medic: Heals and revives teammates.
- Engineer: Builds fortifications and deploys anti-tank weapons.
- Anti-Tank: Destroys enemy vehicles with rocket launchers.
- Squad Leader: Commands a unit of infantry, marks objectives, and coordinates attacks.
- Commander: Oversees the battlefield, calls in airstrikes, and deploys resources.
- Support: Provides ammo and supplies.
- Logistics: Builds garrisons and transport routes.
- Tank Crew: Operates tanks for armored support.
- No hit markers: Bullets behave realistically, and players must confirm kills.
- Suppression system: Being shot at reduces visibility and aim stability.
- Weapon handling: Different weapons have unique recoil and reload mechanics.
- Always stick with your squad—lone wolves will struggle.
- Use cover to avoid sniper fire.
- Build Garrisons & Outposts to allow your team to respawn closer to objectives.
- Control key locations like bridges, high ground, and buildings.
- Tanks require a crew (Driver, Gunner, and Commander) for full effectiveness.
- Artillery can devastate enemy positions but needs proper coordination.
- Trucks & Transport help move reinforcements quickly.
✔ Stick with your squad: Your squad leader will guide you.
✔ Play the objective: Capture and defend sectors, not just kills.
✔ Use voice chat: Good communication wins battles.
✔ Learn the maps: Understanding terrain helps with positioning.
✔ Don’t be afraid to die: Respawning and adjusting strategy is part of the game.
✔ Watch tutorials & join the community: Learning from experienced players will improve your skills.
Mastering Hell Let Loose takes time, but with the right approach and teamwork, you’ll quickly become a valuable soldier on the battlefield. Keep practicing, communicate with your team, and adapt your strategy to every match.
Ready to take the next step? Check out our Advanced Tactics Guide to refine your skills and dominate the battlefield!