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Plan your next Friday the 13th: The Game session
Our independent guide analyses the core elements of Friday the 13th: The Game, offering observations that help you refine tactics. By comparing counselor roles, Jason abilities, map usage, unlock paths, and multiplayer options, you can make informed choices for each match.
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Counselor Role Comparison
Play two matches with different counselor types. Note how each strength affects group coordination, repair tasks, and hiding opportunities, then decide which role best supports your team's strategy.
- Match counselor strengths with teammates' roles.
- Prioritise unlocks that enhance repair or stealth.
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Jason Ability Review
Control Jason in several matches, focusing on how tracking and ambush abilities influence survivor movement. Record which tactics lead to successful kills and adjust your approach accordingly.
- Use Jason's tracking abilities to locate groups of counselors.
- Unlock different Jason skins to personalise your appearance.
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Map Zone Exploration
Spend a match exploring a specific map zone—woods, cabins, or lakeside—and observe which spots provide the best cover for counselors or advantageous terrain for Jason.
- Explore the map early to learn where safe zones and escape routes are located.
- Observe how different terrain affects movement for both counselors and Jason.
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Unlock Progress Tracking
Log the number of matches needed to unlock a new counselor skin or Jason costume, then compare that data across different play sessions to gauge your progression speed.
- Play regularly to accumulate unlock points faster.
- Target matches that reward the specific unlocks you desire.
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Multiplayer Feature Test
Try remote play on TV and full controller input in separate matches. Evaluate comfort, communication, and performance differences when coordinating with teammates.
- Enable remote play on TV if you want a larger screen.
- Check the leaderboards to compare your survival times with others.
