GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Waves 2: Notorious session
Our independent guide breaks down Waves 2: Notorious into concrete observations, helping you refine reflexes, load‑out choices, and ranking strategies without promising hidden bonuses. Use these exercises to compare playstyles, track performance, and adapt to the game's adaptive AI.
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Combo Timing Analysis
Record the interval between kills across several runs. Notice how shorter gaps extend Combo length and increase Adrenaline, then adjust movement to keep enemies within constant fire.
- Observe enemy spawn patterns to time Burst Attacks when clusters appear.
- Avoid long pauses between kills to keep your Combo and Adrenaline flowing.
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Program Synergy Testing
Create two contrasting load‑outs—one offense‑heavy, one defense‑heavy. Play identical network layouts with each and note differences in survival time and Guardian defeat rate.
- Treat each network as a fresh learning opportunity for the Administrator.
- Adjust your movement routes when you notice new enemy placements.
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Burst Attack Placement
During a wave, pause before using a Burst. Compare outcomes when deploying early versus waiting for enemy clusters, observing damage spikes and survivability.
- Mix defensive and offensive Programs to balance survivability and damage.
- Track which Program combos produce the longest Combos for higher Adrenaline.
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Leaderboard Benchmarking
After each PvP match, write down your rank and Combo score. Over a week, identify trends that link higher ranks with specific load‑out or timing choices.
- Observe opponent movement to anticipate their Burst timing.
- Use leaderboard positions as a reference for improving Combo efficiency.
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Adaptive AI Response Review
Track how the Administrator’s attack patterns shift after repeated runs. Document any new behaviors and experiment with altered strategies to counter the adaptation.
- Prioritize Guardian encounters to boost Reputation efficiently.
- Focus on Guardian encounters as you work toward the Notorious title.
