Industrial Sabotage: How to Rush Caretaker & Clear Fast

Combat Summary

• Prioritize direct routes and objectives in Industrial Sabotage to minimize mission time and reach the Caretaker quickly.
• Coordinated resource management and aggressive objective focus are paramount for a Fast Clear.
• Use movement tools and communication to collapse distances between key objectives, enhancing overall Efficiency.

Management thinks they can slow us down with their new toys, but a smart Miner finds the shortest path. While rare, mission generation can sometimes present extremely short distances between the Power Stations and the Caretaker, as low as 18 meters. This intel confirms what experienced Miners already know: minimizing travel time is crucial for Industrial Sabotage success, especially on higher Hazards. Even if you don’t get a golden path, these Mission Tactics will shave minutes off your runs.

Optimal Mission Flow

The goal for a fast clear is to never stop moving towards the next objective. Scan the map immediately to identify Power Station locations. Your objective should be to power up the Caretaker arena as quickly as possible, then move directly to the fight. Avoid unnecessary detours for extra Nitra or secondary objectives until the primary is secured. Prioritize routes that don’t involve deep dives into complex cave systems unless absolutely necessary for objective access. Good Teamwork and communication on pathfinding are critical.

Essential Gear & Class Roles

Every class plays a part in maximizing Efficiency in an Industrial Sabotage rush:

• Scout: Your primary role is light traversal and objective marking. Grapple ahead, ping Power Stations and data vaults, and clear Mactera with your primary. Swift movement can significantly cut down travel time.
• Driller: Drill tunnels directly to objectives when terrain is prohibitive, bypassing long or dangerous routes. Explosives are invaluable for clearing debris or rapidly exposing weak points on the Caretaker and its support systems.
• Engineer: Deploy platforms for quick access to high-up objectives or for creating defensive positions during hacking. Your turrets provide invaluable crowd control, freeing up other Miners to focus on objectives.
• Gunner: Clear large swarms efficiently, providing cover fire for Miners focused on hacking or repairs. Your Shield Generator can be a lifesaver for protecting Hack-C or downed teammates during intense moments, particularly against the Caretaker.

Caretaker Engagement Tips

Once the Caretaker is active, focus fire on its eyes to expose its vents. Driller C4 or Engineer LURE can help manage the bots and Mactera that spawn. Use the environment to your advantage, whether it’s kiting the boss around pillars or utilizing higher ground to avoid its sweeping attacks. This concentrated effort is a key part of our Mission Tactics for a Fast Clear.