This information originally from Socom3 Official Guide. This post taken from the Sony Playstation Underground boards. The original post was edited and modified for the
www.socom3.com forums by
Lufeng and
c0mmand3r. Credit for original post goes to
ChanelChanger on the PSU forums as stated before.
This sticky made to prevent miscellaneous threads and discussions from sparking up. We are trying to keep this forum as clean cut as possible for the upcoming release of Socom3 (October 11th). This should trim down on the amount of new threads to result in more indepth discussions and fewer small discussions in these Socom3 sections.
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Online Information
Clans
Clan Name
Your clan name can be up to 13 characters long.
Clan Tags
Clan tags can only be three characters long, and are displayed in brackets. Your clan tag is displayed in YELLOW next to your name once you have joined a clan
Scoring Values
Basic Scoring
Kills - 2pts.
Win Round - 5pts. (all players on the team are rewarded, dead or alive)
Survive Round - 1pt. (don't die)
Suicide - -2pts
Friendly Kill - -2pts.
Breach
Plant the bomb 1pt.
Destroy the base 2pts.
Defuse the bomb 1pts.
Demolition
Plant the bomb 1pt.
Destroy the base 2pts.
Defuse the bomg 1pt.
Control
Capture Nav Point 1pt.
Convoy
Load Cargo Truck 1pt.
Drop Cargo 2pts.
Escort
Escort a VIP 3pts.
Kill a VIP -2pts.
(OFFENSE)
Kill a VIP 3pts.
(DEFENSE)
Extraction
Extract a VIP 3pts.
Kill a hostage -2pts.
(OFFENSE)
Kill a hostage -2pts.
(DEFENSE)
The Ranking System
The ranks are divided into two primary groups, the Enlisted and the Officers, each having a unique function. The Enlisted ranks serve as a form of training, in that players will have to play several games before progressing through them, while the Officer ranks make up the skill portion of the ladder.
Enlisted Ranks
Seaman Recruit 0-4 Games
Seaman Apprentice 5-14 Games
Seaman 15-24 Games
Petty Officer Third Class 25-39 Games
Petty Officer Second Class 40-54 Games
Petty Officer First Class 55-74
Chief Petty Officer 75-100 Games - 50 Wins
Officer Ranks
Lieutenant Junior Grade 66-80% on officer ladder
Lieutenant 51-65% on officer ladder
Lieutenant Commander 41-50% on officer ladder
Commander 31-40% on officer ladder
Captain 21-30% on officer ladder
Rear Admiral Lower Half 11-20% on officer ladder
Rear Admiral Upper Half 6-10% on officer ladder
Vice Admiral 2-5% on officer ladder
Admiral 0-1% on officer ladder
Fleet Admiral Limit this to the top 10 officer players
Ranking System info
The ranks are all earned by playing the game to move up in these ranks, players must complete a certain amount of "scored" games. These games played can result in both Wins and Losses and still be tallied in the total number of games played, to encourage players to remain in the game, rather than aborting if there is a chance they might lose. Although Enlisted players can only gain ranks by increasing the number of games they play, their total Rating is still being tracked.
The final goal of the Enlisted ranks requires a bit more dedication to reach, as it shifts the focus to the number of wins rather than number of games played. Once players have reached the necessary number of games and wins, their experience on the Ladder changes, and they are now placed in the Officer ranks. When a player reaches Officer class, they can never returned to the Enlisted ranks.
There is a screenshot on Page 116 of the Enlisted Rank, Junior Grade, Mid Grade and Flag Grade LOGOS.
Game Modes Available Each Online Map
Harvester
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
CONVOY
ESCORT
EXTRACTION
Crucible
SUPPRESSION
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
CONVOY
ESCORT
Killing Fields
SUPPRESSION
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
CONVOY
ESCORT
Citadel
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
ESCORT
EXTRACTION
Devils Road
SUPPRESSION
CONTROL
CONVOY
EXTRACTION
Boneyard
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
EXTRACTION
Tidal Fury
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
EXTRACTION
Antenora
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
CONTROL
EXTRACTION
Storm Front
SUPPRESSION
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
EXTRACTION
Fault
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
Waterworks
SUPPRESSION
BREACH
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
ESCORT
Blackwoods
SUPPRESSION
DEMOLITION
CONTROL
EXTRACTION
The Online Maps in Detail
TIDAL FURY (the Ultimate Jungle Map Experience)
This map takes you to a hot, humid, jungle region. You will pass stunning beaches and cross the picturesque Karnaphuli River. Plumes of mist rising from the tropical waters may seem tranquil, but the situation you're about to confront will demand focus and concentration! You will have ample opportunity to stalk and ambush your foe in lush jungle vegetation. The enemy can easily spot you from a distance as you advance across open sections of beach; your camouflage is designed to mimic jungle vegetation, not sand, so keep well clear of these areas.
This map consist of heavy foliage, villages, ruins and planks, shores, rock cover, huts, a long river, wooden bridges and some other little indoor areas.
ANTENORA
The beach area is very flat, affording you a clear line of sight, but the same holds true to your enemy, so be careful! Always stay out of sight when close to the barricades, and fire at the enemy from under cover. You will find plenty of wooden pallets and corrugated iron sheets lining the barb-wire fence. Should you stray to the wrong side of the barricades, crawl back and hope no one noticed.
The overall strategy for navigating the tunnel system is the same as for fighting in narrow city streets. Use the many wooden pallets, crates and boxes for cover; sneak silently to the corners and peek ahead; open all doors with extreme caution, and breach rooms or areas by deploying flashbang grenades.
The map consists of a narrow strip of land (beach) on the far south side of the map, water is deep in places, a vast jungle land, wooden fences, huts, water barricades, turret mounted placements, barrels, boxes and everything else you need to take cover from the enemy.
BLACKWOODS
Bushes, long grass, trees and rocks offer many hiding places and opportunities for cover. The rivers enable you to sneak unnoticed deep behind enemy lines. Even so, you should avoid venturing into the middle of roads unless specifically instructed to do so. Use trees, barrels and planks as cover to evade fire. Abandoned train wagons, tall trees, using the ferns to take cover and multiple river paths and roadways is what to expect from this online map.
BONEYARD
Conditions in the shipyard call for street fighting tactics, with abandoned steel containers creating a maze of narrow alleyways. You will also have the opportunity to explore some of the derelict ships: the steel hulks are a labyrinth of claustrophobic chambers and sunken corridors. In the shipyard, keep a constant lookout for cover. Keep an eye out for good sniper positions, as these will provide a vital strategic advantage over your opponents.
Iron walkways, wooden balconies, giant cranes, warehouses, big crates, shipwrecks and a southern river is what its all about on this map.
WATERWORKS
You are virtually invisible to the enemy under the comforting cloak of darkness and will be able to go about your business all but unseen in the flooded streets of the Polish city of Wroclaw. Bridges and rooftops provide plentiful sniper positions. Naturally the flooded streets of this Polish metropolis also provide many places where you can, quite literally, dive underwater, out of view of the enemy. This is a critical survival strategy when facing off against enemy speedboats.
The map consists of water everywhere in the streets, rooftops, balconies for advantage points, vehicles will give you cover (Non-drivable), boats (drivable) and many indoor areas.
CITADEL
Takes place in the narrow streets of a walled town. Seals start at the front gate , where you can swim across the pond and approach the fort unseen. Monitor the intersections very carefully, clear houses with frag or flashbang grenades, and above all use every barrel, market stall and crate for cover when fighting in open squares. The walls are varied in height and certain places will serve as ideal makeshift sniping posts.
The map consists of narrow streets, intersections, open squares, alleyways, stairways for higher advantage points and other indoor areas.
KILLING FIELDS (The Desert King)
A sandstorm has blown into the desert and your fireteam is caught slap bang in the middle! Burning hot sand swirls around like a gritty tornado, making it hard to see further than a few feet in front of your face. A vast, desolate landscape of nothingness stretches as far as the eye can see; endless sand dunes drift on into infinity, peppered with odd isolated rock. The few palm trees and CHA sandbag defenses scattered around provide your only cover, as there's precious little else for you to hide behind, not even a stray camel. Feel free to use the CHA mounted machine-guns to fire on advancing enemies, but be aware that their effective range is limited, so sometimes you'll have to dismount and switch back to your own weapon.
CRUCIBLE
Sparsely covered with vegetation and dotted with gentle hills. Other than from inside launcher sites, most of your cover will be provided by trees and rocks. Their is also a disused mine with cave entrances and tunnels swarming with the enemy. Hug the walls, and proceed very carefully when you reach any forks in the path, as you could suddenly find yourself surrounded.
The map consists of missile launcher sites, roadways, narrow passages, caves and tunnels, enemy towers, crates, large rock and tree cover, high advantage points for snipers alike and other indoor areas.
DEVILS ROAD
The most importan ground rules are as followed: look for good sniping spots in the mountains, always stay behind cover, never leave yourself unprotected in the middle of the highway, scope the hills for hidden enemy soldiers, and check around every corner of the narrow alleyways in the villages.
The map consists of villages, narrow passages, giant plateaus, elevated sniping spots in the mountains, one long roadway strip, rock and palm tree cover and other indoor areas.
HARVESTER (aka HarVASTer)
The derelict buildings, long grass and plentiful trees and rocks all provide numerous opportunities for cover. Never venture out onto the open road; always stay on the grassy verge.
The map consists of ruins, trees and rocks, a giant windmill, barn, some houses, bridge passes, great opportunities for sniping, many roadways, an house on an island, a massive lake and some narrow passages. Love it or hate it, its a giant open field that Foxhunt fans will adore.
FAULT
Welcome to a claustrophobic maze of tunnels in an old salt mine, where you will discover plenty of perfect hiding places along the way. Black out lights, the resulting cloak of darkness will enable you to move through passages in relative safety. However, you should still check around every corner and monitor your immediate surroundings carefully.
The map consists of a maze of tunnels, scaffolds and other platforms, barrels, crates, walkways, a long river stream in the middle of the map, small bridge passes and rocks to take cover.
STORM FRONT
The numerous palm trees and rocks dotted along the river bank provide protection against enemy attacks. When in a boat, proceed slowly, monitoring your surroundings very closely.
The map consists of trees, rocks, enemy outposts, dirt passages, decks, broken bridge passes and many other indoor areas.
The Official Weapons Listing (Thanks to c0mmand3r)
Seals Weapons:
Shotgun
12 Gauge Pump (
Real Designation: Remington 11-87 "12 gauge")
M4-90 (
Real Designation: Benelli M4 Super 90)
Sub-Machine
HK5 (
Real Disignation: Heckler & Koch (HK) MP-5)
HK7 (
Real Designation: Heckler & Koch (HK) MP-7 PWD)
Assault Carbine
HK36 (
Real Designation: (Heckler & Koch (HK) G36C)
IW-80 A2 (
Real Designation: SA-80 A2)
M4A1 (
Real Designation: Colt M4A1)
Sniper Rifle
L96AW (
Real Designation: L96)
M40A1 (
Real Designation: Remington M40A1)
M87ELR (
Real Designation: Harrington M87)
SR-25 (
Real Designation: Knight's Arament SR-25)
Assault Rifle
M14 (
Real Designation: Harrington M14A1)
M16A2 (
Real Designation: Colt M16A2 *Former AR-15*)
M8 (
Real Designation: X-M8 Military Prototype)
Machine
M60E3 (
Real Designation: M60E3)
MK.48 (
Real Designation: Mk.48 mod. 0 LWMG)
Pistol
226 (
Real Designation: Sig-Sauer P226)
9mm Pistol (
Real Designation: Ruger P89DC 9mm)
Mark 23 (
Real Designation: Heckler & Koch (HK) Mk.23)
Equipment
Ammo
AN-M8 (smoke)
AT-4
C4
Claymore
HE
M2 Mine
M67
Mark 141 (flashbang)
Terrorists Weapons:
Shotgun
Spas 12 (
Real Designation: Franchi SPAS-12 "12 gauge")
12 Gauge Pump (
Real Designation: Remington 11-87 "12 gauge")
Sub-Machine
9mm Sub (
Real Designation: Micro UZI 9mm)
F90 (
Real Designation: FN P90)
Assault Carbine
552 (
Real Designation: SIG SG-552)
RA-14 (
Real Designation: Groza OC-14)
STG 77 (
Real Designation: Steyr STG.77 AUG)
Sniper Rifle
M40A1 (
Real Designation: Remington M40A1)
SASR (
Real Designation: Dragunov SVD)
M82A1A (
Real Designation: Barret M82A1)
Assault Rifle
AG-94 (
Real Designation: Nikonov AN-94)
AK-47 (
Real Designation: Kalashnikov AK-47)
M16A2 (
Real Designation: Colt M16A2 *Former AR-15*)
Machine
M60E3 (
Real Designation: M60E3)
ATK-74 (
Real Designation: Kalashnikov RPK-74)
Pistol
DE .50 (
Real Designation: Magnum Desert Eagle)
F57 (
Real Designation: Fabrique Nationale 57)
Model 18 (
Real Designation: Glock Model 18 (17 round) Automatic Pistol)
Equipment
Ammo
AN-M8 (smoke)
C4
HE
M2 Mine
M67
Mark 141 (flashbang)
PMN
RPG-7
Mixed Attachments:
Scopes
Thermal Scope
Low Scope
Medium Scope
High Scope
4X Scope
Stablization
Bipod 1
Bipod 2
Bipod 3
Front Grip
Performance
Red Dot
Rifle Laser
Pistol Laser
Suppressor 1
Suppressor 2
Launchers
M203 Frag
M203 HE
M203 Smoke
M25 Airburst
Weapon Combos
SEAL Weapon Combinations
12 Gauge Pump: Rifle Laser.
HK5: REO OOT, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser.
HK7: REO OOT, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser.
HK36: GL-36, Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Supporessor 1, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser, Front Grip.
IW-80 A2: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser, Front Grip.
L96AW: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 3.
M14: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Supressor 2, Bipod 3.
M16A2: M203 Frag, M203 HE, Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser.
M4-90: Low Scope, 4X Scope, Rifle Laser.
M40A1: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 3.
M4A1: M203 Frag, M203 HE, Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser, Front Grip.
M60E3: Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 2
M8: GL-36, M25 Fireburst, Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, RED DOT, 4X SCope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Bipod 1.
M87ELR: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 3.
MK .48: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Bipod 1, Rifle Laser, Front Grip.
SR-25: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Bipod 3.
226: Suppressor, Pistol Laser.
9mm Pistol: Suppressor, Pistol Laser.
Mark 23: Suppressor, Pistol Laser.
Terrorist Weapon Combinations
12 Gauge Pump: Rifle Laser.
552: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Front Grip.
9mm Sub: Suppressor 1, Rifle Laser.
AG-94: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Rifle Laser.
AK-47: GL-36, Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Rifle Laser.
ATK-74: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 1.
F90: Suppressor 1.
M16A2: M203 Frag, M203 HE, Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Rifle Laser.
M40A1: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 3.
M60E3: Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 2.
M82A1A: Thermal, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, 4X Scope, Bipod 2.
RA-14: GL-36, Low Scope, Medium Scope, High Scope, RED DOT, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Front Grip.
SASR: Thermal, Low Scope, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1.
Spas 12: Front Grip.
STG 77: M203 Frag, M203 HE, Low Scope, Medium Scope, 4X Scope, Suppressor 1, Rifle Laser, Front Grip.
DE .50: Pistol Laser.
F57: Suppressor, Pistol Laser.
Model 18: Suppressor, Pistol Laser.
Single Player and Multiplayer Vehicles
Online Vehicles
M998 TOW
ALSV (Advanced Light Strike Vehicle)
Bradley
CRRC
T-72
Ural troop carrier
Ural cargo
Technical pickup
Technical SUV
Single Player Vehicles ONLY
Eurovan
ZSU (not drivable)
Hind Helicopter (not drivable)
Littlebird Helicopter (not drivable)
Pave Hawk Helicopter (not drivable)
Precision Shooter Control Scheme
Controls while on foot or swimming
< > - Peek around corners/toggle
^ v - Cycle between first and third perspective and weapon scope
< > - Cycle through teammates during online play
Select Button - Access Tactical Map
Start Button - Pause/Unpause, open pause menu
Right Analog Stick - Aim weapon/look around
Square - Jump
Circle - Access Team Command Menu (Tap); Access Voice Chat (Hold, with headset only)
Triangle - Change body position to Stand/Prone/Crouch (Press & Hold to dive prone); Drop equipment (Inventory); Submerge/Surface (Tap while swimming)
X Button - Activate special actions icons
L3 - Toggles rate of fire (Hold)
L2 - Perform Team Command Action
L1 - Quickswap Primary/Secondary weapons (Tap)
R3 - Reload (Hold)
R2 - Access Inventory (Hold); Change/Customize weapon during online play (While Dead)
R1 - Fire/Throw/Deploy weapon
On Board Vehicle Controls
< > - Hotswap seats left and right
Right Analog Stick - Aim weapon (When manning turret gun); Look around (When driver or passenger)
Circle - Access TCM (Tap); Voice Chat (Hold)
Triangle - Brake (When driving), Cancel selection
X Button - Mount/dismount vehicle (When Special Action icon appears)
L1 - Reverse (When driving)
R3 - Reset Camera
R1 - Accelerate (When driving); Fire mounted weapon (When manning turret gun)
Unlockables
North Africa Mission Set
KILLJOY (Seal) Training Missions Completed
Seal Jungle Ghillie Suit Complete on Commander, Captain, Admiral
Al-Kamli Sarwat (Terrorist) Complete on any difficulty
Terrorist Jungle Ghillie Suit Complete on Commander, Captain, Admiral
South Asia Mission Set
CHOPPER (Seal) Complete on any difficulty
Socom 3 Fireteam Bravo CrossTalk ONLY
Seal Desert Ghillie Suit Complete on Commander, Captain, Admiral
Hari Raman (Terrorist) Complete on Captain and Admiral
Terrorist Desert Ghillie Suit Complete on Commander, Captain, Admiral
Poland Mission Set
COLDKILL (Seal) Complete on Ensign, Lieutenant, Commander, Captain, Admiral
Seal Winter Ghillie Suit Complete on Commander, Captain, Admiral
Dr. Basia Mironova (Terrorist) Complete on any difficulty
Socom 3 Fireteam Bravo CrossTalk ONLY
Terrorist Winter Ghillie Suit Complete on Commander, Captain, Admiral
Game Completion Unlocks
IW-80 A2 Game completed on Admiral
STG-77 Game completed on Admiral
Medium Scope Game completed on Captain
Front Grip Game completed on Captain
Miscellaneous Online/Offline Information
Single Player Difficulties
Ensign, Lieutenant, Commander, Captain ,Admiral
Victory Dances
No info in guide, some of the older S2 dances were in the S3 beta. From Blog we can confirm "The Robot" victory dance.
Snow Maps
There are unlockable winter ghillie suits for MP but its still unclear whether or not snow maps are in the game.
Swimming Speed
Speed increased from Beta to the final version of the game. You move a little faster and surface/submerge a little faster.
Weather Options
Options were in Beta but not accessable. Still unclear as to whether or not the weather options will be available in Final release. Nothing on weather in guide.
Ping Indicator
Guide does not discuss if there is an indicator to tell what everyone's ping is to find the real lagger in rooms. Hopefully it will be added into the final.
Account Setup
Player names must be from 5 to 15 characters long with no spaces, and passwords must be from 4 to 15 characters long with no spaces.
Muting Players/Voting Players
If other players are being beligerent or are hampering or interfering with gameplay, you can mute them from your headset or vote them out of the game. Just tap the O button to pull up a list of the players and select either Vote or Mute. Voting requires the majority of players to vote a person off. (Since we are now up to 32 players now)
Sniping Tips
The M87ELR and M82A1A are the two most powerful sniper rifles in the entire game: you only need to hit someone once in the torso (or the head, of course) to kill them. These weapons are great for sniping people on the move as well as those that are hiding and exposing just their head or part of their torso. Other sniper rifles are accurate and have good range but do not kill with one shot.
-UPDATE-
http://www.piggybackinteractive.com/en/downloads/?
this is piggybacks official site where you can download parts of the guide etc. maps are also seen here in some parts.
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