F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin Reflexes and cover: survive firefights
Use the reflex meter, interactive cover and explosive scenery deliberately.
Edition covered
Original 2009 Project Origin campaign and original PC publisher pictures. Reborn is a separate DLC campaign; multiplayer loadout rules do not apply to the story.
Reflex timing
Slow motion can be switched on and off while energy remains. Its benefit is a short period of controlled aiming and movement, so start it when enemies expose themselves and stop when the immediate exchange is finished.
| Moment | Useful action | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Enemy leaves cover | Enable reflexes and aim | Creates a clear precision window. |
| Several enemies emerge | Prioritize the nearest exposed threat | Reduces immediate incoming fire. |
| Room becomes quiet | Disable reflexes | Preserves remaining meter. |
| Reflex injector found | Collect it | Extends reflex reserves. |
Environmental opportunities
The use indicator identifies movable objects such as furniture, shelving and car doors. These can improve an exposed position. Enemies also exploit cover and dangerous objects, so inspect both sides of the room before settling behind a prop.
| Object or cue | Action | Check first |
|---|---|---|
| Movable furniture | Use it to create cover | Watch open side angles. |
| Blocked doorway | Look for an interaction prompt | Some obstacles can be moved. |
| Yellow electrical box | Shoot when an enemy is nearby | Keep Becket outside the blast area. |
| Gas can or extinguisher | Use as an environmental attack | Do not shelter next to it. |
Flanks are more dangerous than a single shooter
A barrier protects only the angles it blocks. Keep an exit open, listen for movement and relocate if enemies spread around the room. Reflexes can help cross the open gap to the next solid position.
Use close combat as a deliberate finish
Becket has ordinary strikes, jumping kicks and a sprinting slide kick. These moves demand short range. Use them when a nearby enemy is isolated, rather than crossing several active firing lanes for a melee animation.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Publisher game description and pictures | store.steampowered.com |
| Original publisher manual | store.steampowered.com |