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Plan your next Clandestine session
Our independent guide breaks down Clandestine’s dual‑role design, offering observations that help players balance stealth and hacking without relying on hidden shortcuts. By comparing each mechanic’s impact on evidence and mission flow, you can craft strategies that suit both solo and co‑op sessions.
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Evidence Management
Run a mission using only non‑lethal takedowns, then repeat with a few lethal kills. Note how the narrative description changes and whether the amount of evidence reported differs.
- Plan social‑engineering attempts when the Spy is out of enemy sight.
- Communicate clearly about checkpoint status to avoid unnecessary exposure.
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Network Admin Distraction
Trigger a virus just before the Network Admin scans a firewall. Observe whether the Admin’s delay gives the Spy extra seconds to pass through the door safely.
- Choose non‑lethal takedowns when you want to minimise evidence.
- Inspect rooms for hidden dossiers to expand future gear options.
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Camera Feed Choices
Switch between Katya’s hidden camera and a static surveillance camera on the Tactical Map early in a level. Record how early scouting influences unexpected enemy encounters.
- Watch for Network Admin alerts to avoid being kicked out of the network.
- Deploy a virus before a major firewall breach to buy extra time.
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Tagging Effectiveness
Tag a patrol route and let the Spy follow the markers versus navigating without tags. Compare detection risk and time taken to reach the objective.
- Tag high‑value enemies early to give the Spy clear situational awareness.
- Use the clean‑up function after a takedown to lower the evidence count.
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Resource Drop Timing
Drop ammo or health just before a high‑risk combat segment, then try dropping after the segment. Measure how timing affects the Spy’s survivability and the evidence left behind.
- Aim for silent takedowns to keep the story’s response favourable.
- Limit unnecessary network disruptions to avoid triggering extra alarms.
