How to Dominate in STARFIGHTER ASSAULT | A Complete Guide (Star Wars Battlefront 2)

Here's some tips and tricks including my choice of Star Cards to help you dominate in Starfighter Assault on Star Wars Battlefront 2.
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[@DRAXGAMING]

Hope this one helps a few of you guys out. If you have any other question relating to Starfighter Assault that I can help with let me know.

[@markyturner]

Useful, thanks. Much better than most of the dross out there.

[@ImWhyMortalsCry]

DRAX GAMING Can you tell me how to record BF II on PC? I tryed with OBS but there are laggs EVERYWHERE And you are the only one I could find with the PC version like me because all the other KZbinr are playing the PS4 version...

[@ImWhyMortalsCry]

DRAX GAMING And very useful guide ; )

[@DRAXGAMING]

Try using shadowplay If you have an Nvidia card or AMD's version of it. I mostly use Shadowplay.

[@cobeoe]

Hello Drax if you're reading this I need your help I want to reverse the Starfighter controls whatever I play the Starfighter assault I still haven't figured out how to do that also I cannot access Starfighter assault is there any reason why I just got the game and all I get are Ground Battle scenarios I've looked everywhere to the Home Menu Pages and stuff nothing that says Starfighter assault

[@DeathlyDrained]

My problem is when you end up just flying in endless circles with your foe. If you break the circle, you die from the other ship.

[@Clintdaddy412]

Reduce or boost your speed you'll end up right behind them 👍

[@bigballzmcdrawz2921]

Use cover (asteroids, starships debris etc) as well.

[@wanicki3575]

One of the reasons I won’t use a ship without a boost

[@allibababoo]

That's when what ships u guys have matters int>fight>bomb if your the same then your either gunna have to make a move or be patient. Do it next to an objective u need to kill and u can have unlimited runs until a 3rd guy takes you out cuz ur very vulnerable to anyone else when circling, which is why I never do it unless I'm doing the aforementioned bombing run

[@JD_1396]

When Im playing with Luke, Vader, Kylo, etc...I just turn in the opposite direction and mark them with his center hability and in a couple of seconds they will die xd

[@drewweightman9312]

That’s one hell of a pilot!

[@thestarwarsstop2936]

I have the current world record with this starfighter. check it out if you like :)

[@IStMl]

Fake@@thestarwarsstop2936

[@brdon2099]

Pc players have a big advantage over console, they can move their curser anywhere on their screen without having to manuver

[@DRAXGAMING]

Yes, this is true.

[@CrapsGoodxD]

Its very hard to control it though on pc

[@MikeJones-rh4xk]

@@CrapsGoodxD yeah it feels pretty weird on pc because camera movement isn't really normal for a mouse

[@somebluethings]

@@MikeJones-rh4xk Same here, it is a way to change it?

[@subaru-kuntheotakudude9942]

hi im new to battlefront 2 do you have any help on making it like the PS? the crosshair never moves while the ship follows.

[@Rahuran]

If you're like me and dropped out of Stormtrooper Marksman Academy, try playing in first person mode (hold down). I found a massive increase in my accuracy after doing this and adjusting sensitivity. I've found it to be a superior mode for avoidance as well in narrow obstacle zones since the third person mode gave me trouble with depth perception.

[@_R_R_R]

Also its more fun (:

[@manofathi4732]

After 6 years i found out first person mode is in starfighter assault 😂😅

[@mattyarnall4902]

I like the heat dissipation one for the bomber since you need long strafing runs for the objectives. Nothing worse than running out of juice while attacking an objective. Another trick is Slave-1's seismic charge. Most people use this on other players, but if you drop this near an objective, it just melts the health off of it (I've seen up to 10% in one hit).

[@CyberSlunk]

Is it just me or is it really hard to loose a tail when your in the falcon? It seems so slow and clunky compared to all the other ships.

[@c.a.honeycutt5046]

That's why he said instead of trying to lose the tail the normal way, head for friendly ships or something.

[@CyberSlunk]

Chad Honeycutt Lol, missed that bit!

[@georgie9303]

CyberSlunk Never pick the falcon or the slave. They're targets. Pick a hero ship that can blend in with in Normal ships.

[@harry-kj8rl]

Yeh I agree!

[@brooksk.5330]

Full throttle>slam on the brakes and pull up>they'll fly right by. Top gun logic is solid.

[@CyberSlunk]

Your guides are pure awesomeness. I'm having a blast playing Star Fighter Assult, I was pretty terrible at first but I'm starting to get the hang of it now. Quickly becoming my favourite game mode!

[@thestarwarsstop2936]

I have the current world record streak with this starfighter. check it out if you like :)

[@lurtiskoe]

its 2024 now and its still pretty dang fun!

[@CrispyMuffin2]

The video i’ve been looking after for ages...

[@Adam-gj3dn]

It looks different on PS4, but I turned the 'Starfighter Response Curve' to 100% and the 'Stick Deadzone' to 0% and just played the best match I've ever had (#1 on my team's leaderboard with 70 eliminations)! It took one full match to get used to the settings but that's what worked for me

[@memestergodboi2603]

[@memestergodboi2603]

Thx man

[@kyleyuen245]

I personally feel like I do my tightest flying with full speed bombers, something about the speed is perfect to do risky maneuvers especially on endor

[@Thehoeh]

Can someone please suggest to Dice or Criterion to add a Naboo Starfighter Assult map? I would love to be able to use the N-1 versus Vulture Droids. The objectives are already developed, if they could just take the fight scene from Episode 1. The N-1 has always been one of my favorite aspects if every SW game, and the ability to only use it on Galactic Assult on Theed is disheartening. All of the components for this map are already developed, it would just be a matter of putting the map together.

[@jessihogarth6186]

SAME the first time I seen the N1 in the movie it became my fav ship and like Star Wars that much more

[@MattSpoon07]

If you ever played the old GameCube rouge squadron games, then you know how to play this instantly, but it's much more refined obviously

[@StrivedeLaLear]

Rogue Squadron started on N64 and PC my dude.

[@drwrencho4392]

@@StrivedeLaLear yes but the gamecube game they made was amazing

[@StrivedeLaLear]

@@drwrencho4392 Agreed.

[@Maruszan]

I'm so sick of always being last on my team. You're welcome everyone.

[@shiningarmor3597]

Literally, ever star card lined up with what I chose... One thing I would argue is to hug debris you are familiar with especially when using a bomber, the small debris details can be perfect for smaller ships to collide into if your pursuer isn't as familiar with the environment, they may turn into debris trying to get the shot on you while you fly away laughing.

[@punman5392]

Tbh some factions have better ships than others. For example, all the fighters are generally equal in strength but the imperial faction’s fighters don’t have shields. The Y-wing is better than any other bomber and the tie-interceptor is probably the weakest interceptor. The Tri-fighter and the A-wing are both OP as all hell too

[@superdolphin440]

In the first mission in the campaign, I consistently died from crushing into stuff and never died from enemy fire.

[@tigerfist2864]

this game so fun but the matchmaking so unfair , i always against high level like 300-400 since im lv 1 lol

[@ZeebeezGeeBeez]

great guide i have watched a few diff guides an have got a lot of great tips but the tip i havnt heard anyone reccomend is to always attack at your lowest speed i was able to double my kills and got a 73 kill game just by never go faster than base speed unless evading or closing ground to objectives otherwise i never go faster than base speed making u more manuverable an way more accurate

[@ShellsGhost1]

Going into first person in a fighter helps me a ton on console. More so in the more open maps as there is still a problem with hitboxes and collision effects in some places.

[@TheRepublicJediYT]

I love playing as the bomber. It is a sniper with insane health and you can throw bombs from SO FAR AWAY

[@curgeas]

helped me out! watched this and immediately did better in starfighter assault! thanks!

[@tbrandy1405]

Hi! Does the aim assist setting affect this game mode? Also, what's the preferred stick configuration? I grew up playing rogue squadron and it's taking me some time to adjust :) Also, sorry for the barrage, but how important is the "auto-correct to horizon" feature? should it be on or off? thanks!!!

[@1000schram]

Yeah the controls are awful garbage. Whoever set these up dosent understand flight

[@gen2mediainc.577]

R.I.P. Funky Boy, first kill of the video and coolest death in Redline

[@Theadventurebox3]

Lmao, Redline is probably one of the only movies where someone can have a “coolest death”

[@unchainedwiththecapt]

Thanks for the tips man! Can't wait to try them out later tonight.

[@thiccchungo1041]

I can’t use this tactic often but run with a wingman, stay in touch with them so they can break off and help you, my friends and I like to run with a bomber and interceptor but you can do what you want

[@RickyMrclg0]

Use tuned lasers for the tie fighter cannon barrage and reinforced hull to help out a bit since the tie is weak when it comes to defense..

[@StrivedeLaLear]

Did you even watch the video? 3:10

[@kevinm1052]

This is (for me) your best video

[@DRAXGAMING]

Glad you like it Kevin, will have to do more Starfighter vids in the future.

[@RafaelJuck]

Wow... it's amazing how much easier it is playing with mouse and keyboard !

[@milesridnell]

ive been waiting for this video

[@Imperial8933]

So PC actually has a Starfighter Sensitivity but is Starfighter Response Curve for Consoles the same thing as Starfighter Sensitivity?

[@janibibby6550]

This is where the fun begins

[@dadofamadhouse4194]

Where I do like the controls in bf2 alot I do miss having bombs not being an ability when flying bombers and that 180 turn from the original.

[@ethanpelton7555]

Good guide! How did u get the stringy thing around your aiming reticle?

[@DRAXGAMING]

Thanks Ethan. I haven't changed anything but I think you be referring to it on the Tie Advanced. Vader's ship has that aim string @2:42

[@armidadelgado1055]

I need help with the crosshairs you know how it stretches mine is so bad it just stays in the front how do I change it ps I play on Xbox

[@woodster605]

Bro... YOUR AIM IS CRACKED

[@nighlektolmn5390]

is battlefront 2 remake better than original battlefront 2 now?

[@BlewJ]

It's a lot more like Starfighter in SWTOR, I think.

[@vaazon]

Yes it is. They are nearly the same so as a former SWTOR player it was easy to adapt to BF2 but I still end up in the middle of table xD Luckily in BF2 we don't have annoying gunships that snipe people off from the other end of map. It is a surprise to me that Starfighter mode in SWTOR was viewed as a failure while in BF2 it gets many positive reactions. That tells a lot how important is the target audience for content you make.

[@BlewJ]

Also, in Starfighter, you could come to a complete halt and camp areas or hide to get out of danger.

[@BlewJ]

Starfighter became my only reason for staying subbed to SWTOR and that wasn't enough for me to keep paying a sub. I was SO excited when this game was announced, despite my not wanting to give Disney any of my money ever again.

[@Celtjak7]

The intercepter being good HEAVILY depends on which ship you're flying. The A-wing is by far the best ship in the game, no matter the faction, while the tie interceptor and first order tie fighter (interceptor class) are insanely inferior to the A-wing because of their weak cannons. So imo, interceptor class on itself is not the strongest class, but the A-wing specifically is vastly superior to any other starfighter

[@davidratin9020]

Do you think that upgrading the offensive ability for the interceptor is worth it? Or is the rate of fire and cooling better? Also, is improved engine good? Love the tips!

[@JacobiteCelt]

This is great DRAX thanks for all these tips m8

[@shadow-squid4872]

But the thing is, if you turn down your sensitivities then you can’t turn as quickly, so that’s a whole new problem by itself, so what the hell are you supposed to do??

[@OREvilleRed]

I suggest turning advanced flying on, as I think it helps me in space battles. Thoughts?

[@DRAXGAMING]

i haven't played BF2 on console but I think it would definitely feel better On if I was using a controller. I actually like the auto straighten ability when using a mouse and keyboard.

[@TheFirstCurse1]

Yes its better

[@tylermcgrath920]

This was a helpful video. I dont know if im just bad at flying because everytime i do the most ridiculous manevuers, im still taken out in seconds but when im chasing someone i can barely get the target on them. And idk how but i swear people know a certain turning strategy that i dont know because fuckers be turning in and out in like a half a second and im just ya know turning and swerving to the side and fast as i can and changing speeds for harder turns. lol

[@datniggakermit5287]

Tyler McGrath always vertical spin so you can get the best speed.

[@dtboice]

This was a fun guide to watch and I assume the star card choices would be the same for ps4. Do you have any suggestions for game settings in console mode?

[@StrivedeLaLear]

It's a bit late but what is your PS4 sensitivity settings? Console's settings are different than that of PC.

[@doorknobsdoorknobs675]

Idk if it's just op or I'm very good,but when i get my hands on the tie silencer I get like 50 kills I'm just insane with that ship

[@julieanusman011]

Is is just me or does flying/playing online feel/is different than in story mode? I can’t seem to control for shit what I’m using while playing online, but in story mode I have no problems. Edit: Also, I play in console (PS4).

[@DRAXGAMING]

I noticed in story that Iden auto aims a bit. It's definitely easier.

[@julieanusman011]

DRAX GAMING Thanks for the response 👍

[@vermithrx1744]

Everything about story mode is easier than multiplayer. The ships are faster, they hit harder, except the AI players. They're still easy as fuck to destroy. Turning down the sensitivity is the best advice, and go with Tuned Lasers, Reinforced Hull and Advanced Capacitors with the bomber class. Once they're all fully upgraded you're tough to bring down and can do a lot of damage out there. I just finished Fondor as the Rebels and had 35 eliminations and 12,250 points. As the empire I had 72 eliminations and 9,720 points. I believe the more fire you can put on the target the faster is the best way to go about your Star Cards. The interceptor with advanced capacitors and the faster firing cycler and elite pilot makes you lethal as fuck.

[@Mr.stronghorse]

My problem is surviving and getting enemies off my back.

[@kempy3444]

Looks like so much more fun on PC. More realistic

[@ColdKiller_141]

I disabled roll and inverted flight and i am doing a lot better than i was before, try it and it might help you too

[@PkorniBoi]

Very helpful! Thanks!

[@puffyeato]

when do you choose between interceptor and fighter?

[@markyturner]

I am starting to get the hang of fighter, but can’t for the life of me work out how to play the interceptor. It’s just way to fast and twitchy to be able to focus on anything. (I am playing ps4 on 10% sensitivity). Help!

[@enamstarwalker]

Awesome video! Keep em coming!

[@mattwright8289]

Hi i'm having some trouble with the missiles and other mods controlled by the keys, it basically won't let me use any of them during game play, have you had this before and have any idea of how to fix it? I have re-installed the game but to no avail. It's consistent throughout all the star fighter modes. Cheers

[@Officerpranky]

Its crazy that this six year video isn't even outdated. They really let starfighters die in this game

[@twinsboy_3410]

Hi, is there a guide to see/do you know how to read what the numbers, timer, etc. I've been playing a ton and still don't know what those mean?? Thanks a ton!

[@DRAXGAMING]

Top of screen = Friendly Reinforcements and Enemy Objective Health. The one with Yellow to the left of your fighter is a teamwork multiplayer. You get this up to 2x by killing enemies and completing objectives with your spawn wave. I haven't got a guide on any of these but hope that helps a bit.

[@twinsboy_3410]

DRAX GAMING thanks, what do the different symbols mean next me a my spawn mate mean?

[@DRAXGAMING]

I believe they show what type of ship you or someone else is in.

[@om3gared66]

Is it starfighter response curve for xbox one that needs to be 15%?

[@tardarsauce1842]

As a player in War Thunder the controls in Battlefront II Starfighters is kinda odd

[@Maruszan]

How do you know which direction to go when flying out of bounds?

[@thatonebackgroundfish6972]

What is everybody’s favorite Star Wars starship mine is the N-1 Naboo starFire

[@Makocat]

I love the flight mechanics and visuals of this I just suck

[@akumakami9727]

I just now started trying out SFA.. yea now I'm here searching for tips lol.

[@alfaomega5532]

Quality tips mate, appreciate it 👍🏾

[@BenShakeesha]

What servers do you play on? I can NEVER find a match on Australia servers.

[@RickyMrclg0]

Also the heat sink and tuned lasers on the absolute savage droid tri fighter will make you almost invincible. It's my favorite interceptor 😂 Edit: meant to say advanced capacitors lol

[@nicosavoy]

How do you get the crosshair to move like that?

[@sirfinleygaming9490]

how he is moving his aiming cross hair in starfighter assault? he is flying straight but his aiming cross hair is moving around independently and shooting targets off to the side, without having to move his plane to get behind them? can u move your crosshair in star fighter without moving your plane? i play on console

[@DRAXGAMING]

Sadly you can't on the console version Alex. My gameplay footage is from PC.

[@DailyDoseofShortsVideos]

Can someone tell me how do I shake someone when they are shooting me from behind how do I make them stop I wanna get behind them to shoot back also what’s the first person button for ships?

[@DrevenSP]

Depending on what ship since they have different turn speeds boost or reduce your speed and youll get behind them. Down on the d-pad for first person (idk what pc is). You can also use left or right d-pad to look behind you.

[@seth8057]

Thanks man this helped allot

[@voidcoupon6930]

U should cover tallie lintra cuz I just got 60 kills in a match with her and she still gets regular battle points but has the health of a hero ship

[@tyrannosaurus62]

We need a (Rogue One) remake with new features for this.

[@JSeedProductions]

Another tip I have is to turn on advanced flight.

[@thestarwarsstop2936]

I have the current world record streak with this starfighter. check it out if you like :)

[@samueldowd8408]

Do have smart flying on or off?

[@corbanoT.V.]

“I’ll try spinning! That’s a good trick.”

[@nicholascroucher347]

South West boy are ya? Good to get tips from a local (I'm Cornish).

[@DRAXGAMING]

nicholas croucher 😀 Yeah, I'm just across the bridge!

[@vaazon]

Does AI play in normal ships as well? If yes, how can I distinguish them from players like some specific nicknames?

[@DRAXGAMING]

They AI do use normal ships as well, but only players have names above their heads. The AI do not.

[@1000schram]

My big problem is that they completely ignored the controls opting to make roll on a second stick rather than on the up and down like a yoke fix this and the game will be more realistic

[@jonathanl9948]

hey Drax you play very awesome in star wars battlefront 2 I am learning how to play the game, maybe you can make a video to show how to play the game

[@patchlylife]

I need 140 kills to get a special award, this helped ty!

[@meneerjansen00]

Always nice to kick in open doors.

[@Sylvie00]

Jeez I guess I just suck then, it feels like I hardly do damage cause my aim is terrible, guess it can’t be helped with poor vision

[@IrvNation]

Great video! What is your mouse's DPI set to?

[@DRAXGAMING]

800, Thanks!

[@IrvNation]

Cheers! I'll give that a try. Been trying to find my sweet spots with Sensitivity for Star Fighting but that seems to be more difficult than I thought it would be. LOL Currently mine is set to 1600 but I always got the feeling this was too high anyway.

[@WizzyWizWizzy]

How does the reticle move like that?

[@chrisfonte4987]

So should I be aiming for the enemy or the little circle in front of the enemy

[@micheal8383]

Chris Fonte the circle

[@_nso_12]

Yes

[@ReYsiRiDLeY]

Hi there, i tried SFA today first time. But there are things i could not understand. i know how to handle the fighters however, * how do you lock onto a target? which key? * how do you elude being a target? which key? why the fuck can i not destroy targets and the battle points given are so weak? Please help me improve on this game mode.

[@DRAXGAMING]

This is no lock as standard unless you are using torpedoes, with normal fire you have to lead by shooting the circle in front of your target. When using the torpedoes you press the torpedoes ability button once to lock and then again to fire. There is no set key for eluding, your best bet is to slow right down and turn as hard as possible. Battlepoints are purely based on damage dealt and enemies killed. If you want more killing turrets still works.

[@ReYsiRiDLeY]

Thanks a lot, buddy.

[@sephirothlv100]

the problem i have is i cant outturn a A wing when i play as a tie fighter is this some kind of balance issue or am i doing something wrong

[@chasepullifrone1428]

MooseNGoose in terms of speed it goes Interceptor(a-wing, tie interceptor, v-wing, and Tri-fighter) fighter(tie, arc, x-wing) and then bomber(the rest). So if you’re playing a tie fighter you shouldn’t be outrunning an a wing. But in a a tie interceptor you can keep up with them.

[@106200js]

If ya have some tips on hero torpedo kills that be great

[@DRAXGAMING]

Hey Jonjon, that is one thing I have struggled with myself, the same as said in the video is true, get close and fire them at a time when they have little chance to dodge. Most of the time I find torpedoes and missiles useless so I just fire them at the AI ships as they are not really a threat, and they tend to dodge less so will die to them more.

[@Jez768]

Nice vid, What dpi do you play at?

[@DRAXGAMING]

Thanks Jez768, my mouse is set at 800DPI. It's a Logitech G502

[@TophatOrange]

Hi could you tell the dpi of your mouse with these settings (at that time)

[@DRAXGAMING]

Sorry for late reply. I use 800 DPI.

[@plank904]

Fighting a interceptor is a complete nightmare especially if your a beefy ship that’s slow

[@antisimptrooper4635]

How did you make your fighters reticle move like that?

[@Imperial8933]

I think that's possible in PC only. Consoles can't do that.

[@thatfriendlytitanicguy4790]

tbh you sound like when the pilot tells you how to find the exits in a plane crash great video though this helped

[@feganfloop3161]

what cards for luke?

[@nonihedgehog83]

Very useful video

[@chiefbuilder0485]

Hey Drax, what do you use to record your gameplay? Wanting to know what you use so I can maybe use it.

[@DRAXGAMING]

I use Shadowplay which is built into the Geforce experience. Comes with Nvidia cards.

[@chiefbuilder0485]

Thanks! I really admire your content so much that I needed to know how you do it! Your channel is my go to for tips and tricks. Thanks for all you do.

[@tomotto1298]

Please comeback and play some star fighter assault! No one is making any content for it :(

[@chinmeeho]

Hey Drax, how did u turn on your auto aim assist on PS 4? Please help

[@DRAXGAMING]

I play on PC, the aiming is different from Console is Starfighter mode as you have free aim on PC.

[@wyrd1sh-350]

When you slow down do you do more damage?

[@frostyoreo8657]

No.