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(Undo edit by Scunt2345 (Talk) This is essentially saying "jump into enemy territory, or jump onto a part of the enemy's territory". The general strat already mentions the roof specifically)
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==Class-specific strategy==
 
==Class-specific strategy==
 
=== {{class link|Scout}} ===
 
=== {{class link|Scout}} ===
* The control point has two small extensions to the sides, while usually out of reach, Scouts can use a double jump to get onto the ledge and flank onto the point. This strategy goes well with the medium health and ammo pack under the point.
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* The control point has two small extensions to the sides, while usually out of reach, Scouts can use a double jump to get onto the ledge and flank onto the point. This strategy goes well with the medium [[Health]] and [[Ammo]] pack under the point.
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* The large amount of [[Health]] packs combined with your high speed and the 2 massive flank routes make it easier to "hit and run" (dive in kill a [[Medic]] or a problematic [[Sniper]] and retreat to a Health pack or a flank route.
  
 
=== {{class link|Soldier}} ===
 
=== {{class link|Soldier}} ===
 
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* The wide open nature of the map with the large Skybox makes [[Rocket Jumping]] easier, allowing for more mobility options in a pinch or when flanking; just watch out for [[Snipers]]
 
=== {{class link|Pyro}} ===
 
=== {{class link|Pyro}} ===
 
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* The large abundance of water and [[Health]] packs makes dealing damage a bit harder than normal, however the map has extensive flank routes; making the [[Backburner]] quite viable.
 
=== {{class link|Demoman}} ===
 
=== {{class link|Demoman}} ===
 
* Using a [[Demoman shield|shield]], it is possible to [[Jumping#Rampsliding|trimp]] off the Big House's roofs and right into enemy territory.
 
* Using a [[Demoman shield|shield]], it is possible to [[Jumping#Rampsliding|trimp]] off the Big House's roofs and right into enemy territory.
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=== {{class link|Sniper}} ===
 
=== {{class link|Sniper}} ===
 
* The roofs of the Big House, as well as the Walkway, are great spots for sniping as they offer a view of the entire map. Be careful of flankers coming from the side, however, as they can have easy access to the Walkway or Roof.
 
* The roofs of the Big House, as well as the Walkway, are great spots for sniping as they offer a view of the entire map. Be careful of flankers coming from the side, however, as they can have easy access to the Walkway or Roof.
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* The map is open and wide with few places to hide other than the big houses and under the point, this can be helpful to you but be wary of [[Spies]] as being on the roof of the big house; while it does make it harder for a [[Spy]] to get to you, it can give you a false sense of security that can be exploited; while the [[Razorback]] can help, try Sniping in unexpected areas to catch the enemy off guard.
  
 
=== {{class link|Spy}} ===
 
=== {{class link|Spy}} ===

Revision as of 14:59, 20 November 2024

Megaton
Megaton.png
Basic Information
Map type: King of the Hill
File name: koth_megaton
Released: July 18, 2024 Patch
(Summer 2024 Update)
Developer(s): Aeon "Void" Bollig
Juniper
Liam "Diva Dan" Moffitt
Sky
Freyja
donhonk
Map Info
Environment: Tropical, island
Setting: Daytime
Hazards: Drowning,
Nuclear bomb
Deep Water: Yes
Map Items
Healthico.png Health Kits: Smallhealth.png ×2  •  Mediumhealth.png ×11
Ammoico.png Ammo Boxes: Smallammo.png ×2   •   Mediumammo.png ×6   •  
Largeammo.png ×1
Map Photos
Loading screen photos.
Map Overview
Megaton overview.png

This article is about Community Megaton strategy.

Note: It is recommended to read the main Megaton article first to become familiar with the names of key map locations used in this article.

General Strategy (All Classes)

See also: Community King of the Hill strategy
  • The vast majority of water in the map is swimmable, giving you a Pyro-resistant flank route.
  • There are multiple side buildings containing a small health pack and a medium ammo pack. These can be retreated into while in a fight to heal up and gain an advantage.
  • Classes with high mobility can jump onto the enemy team's roof and rain hell on them from the high ground. Watch out for any enemies that are on the roof too, or any enemies that are on your roof when walking out of spawn or into the Big House.

Class-specific strategy

Leaderboard class scout.png Scout

  • The control point has two small extensions to the sides, while usually out of reach, Scouts can use a double jump to get onto the ledge and flank onto the point. This strategy goes well with the medium Health and Ammo pack under the point.
  • The large amount of Health packs combined with your high speed and the 2 massive flank routes make it easier to "hit and run" (dive in kill a Medic or a problematic Sniper and retreat to a Health pack or a flank route.

Leaderboard class soldier.png Soldier

  • The wide open nature of the map with the large Skybox makes Rocket Jumping easier, allowing for more mobility options in a pinch or when flanking; just watch out for Snipers

Leaderboard class pyro.png Pyro

  • The large abundance of water and Health packs makes dealing damage a bit harder than normal, however the map has extensive flank routes; making the Backburner quite viable.

Leaderboard class demoman.png Demoman

  • Using a shield, it is possible to trimp off the Big House's roofs and right into enemy territory.

Leaderboard class heavy.png Heavy

  • As the slowest class in a wide open map, not getting headshot can be very difficult. Try to move erratically and juke around when making your way to the point, then use the small cover the point provides to rev up and go on the defence.

Leaderboard class engineer.png Engineer

  • Due to the uneven nature of the island's terrain, it can be difficult to place a Mini-Sentry in a hurry. Plan ahead of where to place your Mini-Sentry to not be caught off-guard by another player.
  • The Stilt House can be used to put a sneaky Teleporter exit, allowing for your teammates to come from an unexpected angle.
  • A hidden nest can be made at the large side exits out of the Big Houses, which have an extended platform right outside to the left.
  • The open nature of the map makes Snipers sniping your Sentry Gun from outside its range a real concern, try to either use cover or place a Sentry in an enclosed space.

Leaderboard class medic.png Medic

  • Similar to Heavy, you are very prone to headshots. Move erratically around the map to prevent Snipers from spotting you and try to stay in cover as much as you can.

Leaderboard class sniper.png Sniper

  • The roofs of the Big House, as well as the Walkway, are great spots for sniping as they offer a view of the entire map. Be careful of flankers coming from the side, however, as they can have easy access to the Walkway or Roof.
  • The map is open and wide with few places to hide other than the big houses and under the point, this can be helpful to you but be wary of Spies as being on the roof of the big house; while it does make it harder for a Spy to get to you, it can give you a false sense of security that can be exploited; while the Razorback can help, try Sniping in unexpected areas to catch the enemy off guard.

Leaderboard class spy.png Spy

  • The small size of the island and the closeness of the spawns means the spawning outline around teammate may reveal you if you uncloak near the Big House. Consider uncloaking on top of the roofs then dropping down on the opposite end of the enemy spawn to backstab enmies that are unlikely to look back.
  • The large side exits out of the Big Houses have an extended platform right outside to the left that allows for relatively safe decloaking.