New Player Guide to Insurgency Sandstorm

[@Dylan-nv9sc]

Straight to the point, clearly explained, and a fast enough tempo my ADD brain doesn’t start wandering. Awesome video man.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Thanks boss, appreciate the comment and happy to help!

[@jbeachboy100]

which guns and outfit and other stuff u recommend?@@SergeantMadmax

[@smokethatgameb9937]

I can't wait to play this game. Finally a tactical shooter game on console. So ready to put in 10,000 hours :)

[@SergeantMadmax]

I’m glad console is finally getting tactical FPS. Hell Let Loose is another one that is coming for console as well!

[@smokethatgameb9937]

@@SergeantMadmax right now I am all about this game. It reminds me of socom in FPS style. Maybe down the road I will look at HLL.

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@smokethatgameb9937 awesome! If you’re into WWII 50v50 matches then Hell Let Loose is a good option. I always tell people that Insurgency feels like if battlefield and RS6 had a baby, this would be it! I loved the SOCOM games when I was growing up as well!

[@7mriwantlightning710]

Ps4 ain’t getting Hell let loose unfortunately but I doubt it could handle it either way tbh

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@7mriwantlightning710 it wouldn’t be able to, I can assure you that. It still struggles at times on PC due to optimization

[@dylantriplett1597]

Solid explanation on the game modes, been looking for this info and you explained it best. Super glad console is getting a tact shooter

[@SergeantMadmax]

Couldn’t agree more, console deserves more console tactical FPS games. Welcome aboard!

[@vegaspowerlifting]

Thanks very helpful!! I never been a huge fan of FPS like call of duty but playing solo with the AI is a blast. I love that it doesn’t take much to kill or be killed. Again thanks look forward to more videos.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Thanks for being here!

[@slippinghalo3361]

This was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the great video.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Hey, thanks for checking it out! I truly appreciate it! I’ll have a video out on Wednesday going over my go to guns for each class and load outs!

[@gamezzz2805]

This is the type of game I've been looking for can't wait for console to finally get something good!!

[@SergeantMadmax]

That’s awesome! Happy to have more checking this game out

[@Smogytho]

When you're so used to run and blaze is so hard to actually play this game and be tactical 😅

[@alecmacgillivray7793]

I’m loving all these videos in time for the release for consoles

[@SergeantMadmax]

And I’m loving the patty Kane profile picture!

[@makeouthilI]

i’ve noticed the PC community finally being the “older brother” us console gamers always wanted with the release of this console port.

[@THEREALMONKEY3]

This is how to do a KZbin video straight and to the point. Thank you

[@Azuwat]

Tq for this. I really need a good tactical fps. Im happy everything is already unlocked and you can just focus on gameplay. I hope this company makes money so we can get more no bs games like this

[@SergeantMadmax]

Just get to level 20 and EVERYTHING will be unlocked. It’s a way to force people to learn the classes etc but 1-20 is quick

[@Azuwat]

@@SergeantMadmax roger wilco

[@simonrinder7390]

Awsome content! Just bought the game for the ps5 and this really helped me out.

[@SergeantMadmax]

I appreciate it! Thanks for the feedback

[@dtsteelman6552]

I have been a hardcore Call of Duty and Battlefield fan over the years. This game, is about to blow both companies out of the water. A new FPS is born ladies and gents.

[@Joe-sq8xe]

Love the video an I’m now your 500th sub🙌🏽🙌🏽 hope to see more videos like this💪🏽

[@SergeantMadmax]

Thanks boss🙏

[@alexong90]

Thanks for the great video and explaination! I pre-ordered right away and wait for the server up tonight! Meet you at the battlefield!

[@problematic_canik]

The ONLY thing I do not like is, if I start as defender and we win that round we lose the second round attacking and the enemy always wins. If it's 1-1 whoever is defending automatically wins. It should have a 3rd round.

[@mivanp2185]

Getting this tomorrow ! Only heard good things .

[@SergeantMadmax]

Let me know your thoughts! I really enjoy it

[@jamesbennett5189]

This game is really difficult but so rewarding. Got my personal best 11 kills in 1 match lol

[@SergeantMadmax]

Nice work! keep it up!

[@Frudu]

when you lvl up you also unlock the more specific classes like commander or breacher. but y the rest is all cosmetic.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Thanks for the clarification. When I bought the game on launch, everything was unlocked right away with no level cap on anything

[@sam7259]

@@SergeantMadmax just got back into this game, last time I played was early access. Currently came to back to level 21-22, all classes unlocked. Is this because I bought in early access? My first game back my team was pissed at me for playing marksman.

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@sam7259 level 20 is when you technically unlock access to the other classes.

[@TM_theflan_NT]

Can’t wait tomorrow when this comes out!!!

[@SergeantMadmax]

Post your questions down below! To give some perspective, I played the original Insurgency and I currently have 106 hours in Sandstorm and am level 90. When I first started playing the game on launch, they didn’t have a cap for leveling up. Everything was unlocked on for everyone on launch! There is a new level cap now for different classes.

[@Gamer_4_Life.]

This is the first video ive seen that shows all the game modes ive been searching awhile only questions i got is how many levels in the game for the cosmetics and is there a way to save weapon load outs for each class?

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@Gamer_4_Life. there are weapon load out saves! You are also able to continuously level up in the thousands. As far as how much you unlock as it goes, I’m not entirely sure! I’m only level 88 right now with about 105 hours in game. I’ve seen a couple level 1200’s.

[@Gamer_4_Life.]

@@SergeantMadmax ok thanks for the info

[@Steelbooking541]

You forgot to pin this

[@33up24]

Wish they made skirmish a permanent game mode

[@B.Salcon]

I just got Insurgency for ps5, now i am a sub. I need a guide for accesories and stuff. Nice videos man.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Check out my second video posted today!

[@alonteedw93]

Who can't wait to play this game!

[@stephenprice2559]

Aye Max I challenge you to go Welrod pistol only you pick everything else to use in the class including grenades

[@SergeantMadmax]

Bet. I’ll do it.

[@MrChangeordie]

I supported this game instead of Battlefield 2042 which was released as a broken game from what I seen from KZbin reviews...what I like about this game is u can actually tell the difference between enemies and friendly, when ur playing as a U.S. Soldier u actually feel like it, especially when u kill a enemy, or when ur in distance and u hear the enemies communicating , these are things u dont get in the current Battlefield 2042...along with teamwork...we are now living in a time where somany people are overly sensitive , 1 of the reasons why KZbin did away with the thumbs down button, slowly freedom of speech is being smeared and wiped away.

[@lebronjamely1661]

Thanks man 🙌

[@williambiscove5383]

The quality of this video is next level considering your low sub count.. you definitely got a new fan!

[@SergeantMadmax]

I truly appreciate that! Thank you so much! Welcome to the community, happy to have you here!

[@ilovenickbutidontlikeyou2464]

This was very informative. Just bought the game!

[@SergeantMadmax]

Best of luck out there!

[@kingdicer8677]

I’m trying to spread your video across the tinterweb 👍👊

[@SergeantMadmax]

I appreciate you!

[@Zoze13]

There are no white uniform options for Security. I think it’s on purpose. Security is mostly camo green and camo tan. Insurgence are black or bright colors.

[@SergeantMadmax]

There is one white camo option for security. it’s just not all white, and has green and brown in the camo.

[@RogueChocolateYT]

New sub thanks for informing video I'm seriously thinking of getting this game for ps5 thanks 😊 dude try transition from battlefield2042 atm

[@SergeantMadmax]

Anytime man, be sure to check out the other sandstorm guide videos I have if you haven’t already. Hell Let Loose is also a larger scale tactical FPS out on PS5. I’ll have a gameplay video up this week on it

[@gernot-reininger]

Thank you for your tips and tricks. Where can I find players who want to communicate and play tactical?

[@yellowcolor9013]

Wish it had a search and destroy mode from cod it would be so fun

[@WayneBretsky86]

Such a great game, refreshing to have a game focus more on realism

[@SergeantMadmax]

Are you on console or PC? If you’re on PC I many recommendations for you!

[@WayneBretsky86]

@@SergeantMadmax Console

[@Terminvtor]

Love the vid bro 😎 nice info thanks 🙏🏽

[@SergeantMadmax]

Of course! Happy to help!

[@TaeTaeGaming]

What’s the name of the song towards the the end of the video when your explanation the game modes

[@mrjamesmonkey]

The right lean on console doesn't work cause you tap two switch 4*6* scope that's issue I have using control hopefully they fix that

[@brett21411]

Awesome video man. Covered almost everything i was wondering. I do have one more question though, can you do a like overkill class and have maybe a sniper and ar? Or is it always one primary and a pistol?

[@SergeantMadmax]

Only primary and pistol. However, you can pick up weapons on the ground! You just will only have the one magazine in the weapon system.

[@brett21411]

@@SergeantMadmax oh ok. Thanks i appreciate it!

[@allpraisewebb1142]

Actually glad BF delayed now i can focus on leveling up on here! 🙌🏾

[@SergeantMadmax]

Get after it!

[@jimsmith8797]

I’m not big into online competitive shooters. But I love this game so far. Perfect time to kill and such tactical depth. Cannot recommend more (if u love COD) I’m not sure you’ll enjoy this

[@Boondocksaintpierre]

So for every class in the game all weapons are unlocked from the start? What about weapon attachments like lasers lights optics ?

[@SergeantMadmax]

Yes! Everything is unlocked right off the bat for every user. You customize the gun the way you want it to react for the different maps/situations you see fit. I’m going to be making a video that’ll come out on Wednesday talking about my go to weapons and attachments for each class

[@lofton9959]

Thx for the info. Got you a sub

[@SergeantMadmax]

Welcome to the Squad! Happy to have you head and happy to help

[@lofton9959]

@@SergeantMadmax will you be playing on PS4?

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@lofton9959 I’m on PC

[@SergeantMadmax]

The best loadouts in Sandstorm video is now live kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqHZf2aFYtWVqc0

[@ColtM-rg8ns]

Two questions: Is there a way to level up without being online? Just asking because of spotty internet. Will games like survival only start with a full lobby?

[@SergeantMadmax]

You can play local play but it won’t level you up in multiplayer. They should be able to start once one person is in the lobby I believe

[@ColtM-rg8ns]

@@SergeantMadmax Sounds good, thank you

[@Blaster-Master-Luke]

Bit of a unusual question but can you change the language audio in the game or is it strictly English audio on console? I can't find a answer to this question anywhere and would be appreciative if someone knew.

[@SergeantMadmax]

From what I have gathered, English is the only audio on console and PC. This is according to the Steam (PC) store screen.

[@Dragonblast367]

Can you tell me how to conect to the new world services, because it sais"unable to connect to new world services" please help

[@sethlarge5822]

Is anyone having microphone problems. I will key up the radio to talk but no one can here me. I'm on PS4. Thanks for the help!

[@EAGLEVISION666]

Own this on pc but I wonder how well it will peform on console

[@SergeantMadmax]

It’s not too demanding on the system, from what I’ve noticed, and is one of the better performing PC games I run while streaming and gaming on my 1 PC build

[@enriqueruvalcaba3577]

So I’m trying to play co-op with just me and my friend but it keeps putting me in a game with others how do I play with only us two or make a private game ?

[@cadehowell2162]

I don't got anyone to play with on PS4 when it drops tomorrow I wanna run the operator and Commander

[@cadehowell2162]

If anyone wants to grind my psn is santoxsandman

[@Steelbooking541]

Do all these local modes work offline?

[@ProtoArcGaming987]

Good video, next time turn the music you put in as a soft beat you talked loudly which was good becuz I could hear you over it but it would be alot cleaner if the music was turnt down just a lil bit

[@sage-he1si]

Can you still customize your character and weapons in local play offline? I dont have xbox live

[@paymo14]

Am I gonna have to constantly use a mic And communicate with my team while playing to insure I play well? Or can I be a little more independent with classes like the breacher

[@SergeantMadmax]

Commander is really the only one that’ll be consistently using a mic however, you can use your mic as much as you’d like. Since the game doesn’t put you into squads, it’s a lot more independent. Some matches, you’ll find that people are quite talkative, others not so much. Bottom line, as much or as little as you’d like!

[@joyboy6067]

Be aware if you use mic,this game have proximity chatt,meaning if you talk when enemy nearby they can hear you

[@DaddyLong8409]

@@joyboy6067 now on this point now that I have someone here, is it just you hear proximity noise or do you kinda get directional feedback?

[@joyboy6067]

@@DaddyLong8409 directional,it might sound a bit closer then they actual position,but then again if you can hear the opponents talking you get the idea where they are

[@Yackattack22]

My only issues with the console version right now, is it crashes a decent amount, and if a lot of stuff is happening on screen you get lag and the sound starts to get ripped apart

[@dtsteelman6552]

Can’t be any worse than Call of Duty or Battlefield. My COD crashes a lot.

[@Yackattack22]

@@dtsteelman6552 yeah after those games came out, insurgency is looking a lot better than those. And since the recent Console update it has crashed significantly less than it did before

[@rockabillly88]

I play on xbox. The audio takes a huge diarheaa explosive when airstrikes and smoke happen at the same time. But my game hasnt crashed once.

[@Yackattack22]

@@rockabillly88 crashing has not been an issue in the last 5 months, but lag and the sound breaking is still an issue

[@justinfaulcon9498]

Good info 👍

[@logan-4398]

Were you ever in the military or is the SGT thing a gimmick?

[@SergeantMadmax]

I was an officer in the US Army. The SGT is to pay homage to my family who were all enlisted before me.

[@GamesDamesFlames]

Tm is the day. I'm souped and scared lol.

[@Moloc2230]

I'm getting it today.. What system do you have?

[@GamesDamesFlames]

@@Moloc2230 series x. I got it now ganeplay great graphics gonna take some getting use to

[@taco7995]

what was your MOS

[@SergeantMadmax]

31A - MP Officer

[@PabloLopez-bu3ml]

What would be your recommended class

[@SergeantMadmax]

I’ll have a KZbin video out on Wednesday that’ll go over my go to weapons for each class. But my personal go to is either Rifleman or Advisor!

[@PabloLopez-bu3ml]

@@SergeantMadmax sweet thanks man, I’ll be sure to watch that video, do you know at what time it’s dropping on console

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@PabloLopez-bu3ml I appreciate it! I haven’t seen an official release time but if I had to assume, I’d check around 10:00 AM PST (pacific time) / 12:00 PM CST (central). That’s usually when updates and games go live however, I’d check around 8:00 AM PST/10:00 AM CST just to be safe

[@PabloLopez-bu3ml]

@@SergeantMadmax sweet thanks man

[@andrewvertley4467]

How do we get different vest?

[@kimmortensen6786]

It's intense and fun, but the recoil is insane.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Give the compensator and recoil grip a try. Once you get comfortable with it, it'll come easier at controlling the recoil.

[@OddlyDelta]

man you haven't seen INS2's recoil. you can do a full 90 degree if you dont pull your mouse down when shooting

[@alwinuding8926]

I started playing this yesterday, but it seems that alot of the classes are locked and so far I can't use rifleman in domenation. How come???

[@SergeantMadmax]

Level 20 is the cap for unlocking everything else. They did have this until somewhat recently

[@alwinuding8926]

@@SergeantMadmax thanks👍. I'm currently level 10, so that shouldn't take that long.

[@Driizy92i]

Somone know how to change the color of friend emote so i can find him easily in my teamates. I change the friend color scheme and nothing happen. Thx

[@bruddalee7685]

Hey brotha I need some help in my inventory it says I have like 60 weapon skins but when I go to the gun and try to equip them there's only 2 there?

[@SergeantMadmax]

Could be 60 total weapon skins across the entirety of the game, equaling 2 skins per gun? That would be my guess

[@RealUnclePinks]

I have it pre ordered what’s it going to look like graphically? Am I going to be impressed coming from a cod/bf player

[@SergeantMadmax]

Graphic wise, it runs on Unreal Engine 4 so the game will look great! I think it looks fantastic playing on PC and with how powerful the newer consoles are, I see it looking good. Coming from Battlefield, DICE’s frostbite engine is hard to beat. However, I think that the game, atleast on PC, does a great job at being beautiful to look at while holding great performance.

[@RealUnclePinks]

@@SergeantMadmax appreciate your input, stoked for a real tactical shooter on the Xbox series s/x.

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@RealUnclePinks of course! Thanks for taking the time to comment! Means a lot!

[@pleaseexcusemydopeassswag9725]

@@RealUnclePinks yo just saw it graphics look great and it's runs smooth

[@RealUnclePinks]

@@pleaseexcusemydopeassswag9725 that’s good to hear! I’m pumped dude

[@yeetinzinger5818]

Wow it did go viral

[@SergeantMadmax]

It went bananas!

[@rockabillly88]

How do you unlock classes? I'm lvl 16 but can only use rifleman.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Hit level 20 and you'll unlock the rest.

[@psychedeliceuphoria]

Why nobody talks about levels.... I don't know how people have (on the scoreboards) a rank symbol next to their name in the box

[@sicknote2236]

Umm I don't know if it's console bugging but I hit level 21 My character reset and I only have access to rifleman and breacher now. Is that meant to happen lol?

[@ghosthavoc8741]

Can you not peak without aiming on console ?

[@jayt5346]

Anyone know how to remove your pack from your character on PS5?

[@Dflex_Sum]

Di you need ps plus to lvl up?

[@HansKlopek]

Tip number one. Get use to dying.

[@SergeantMadmax]

Truth. New players coming in that are expecting something similar to Run n Gun gameplay will learn real quick

[@mohammadmahmoudi2171]

Hey man just wanted to know are there any bots on that versus mode?how the matchmaking works?

[@SergeantMadmax]

No bots for versus, only bots if you play the coop game mode. As far as matchmaking goes, I don’t know the entirety of it but I do know you select regions to match make with. Since the game, on PC, sits on and around anywhere from 2,000-5,000 people playing (depending on the time of day, and new updates) it doesn’t match make based on skill or level as the game doesn’t have a large enough community to do so when you factor in the multiple game modes that people are playing within that player base. You’ll see a lot of players from all levels when you’re in matches. There is a community server browser that you can select specific servers to join on the PC side though I don’t know if console has that

[@mohammadmahmoudi2171]

@@SergeantMadmax tnx buddy

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@mohammadmahmoudi2171 of course!

[@makeouthilI]

less than 24 hours now boys, warn your girlfriends now

[@allpraisewebb1142]

I've seen multiple people say if u change your location to New Zealand it will play right now! I just can't try because of work lol give it a try!

[@makeouthilI]

@@allpraisewebb1142 literally just tried it out because of this comment, it was a no go for me, that’s fine though, i’m on the west coast so i just have to wait until 9pm

[@paytonjohnson1425]

How do i use nvg on console

[@archdier3098]

nice content

[@yannibazukin8022]

I’m confused is it out on ps4 or no

[@TrapClapEdits]

Does anyone know when i spawn in my gun can be reloaded? Just kinda odd

[@rockabillly88]

That's to put 1 in the chamber for 1 extra round.

[@frenchguy8375]

Are there any guns the Terrorists and the Nato team share like in BF Hardline?

[@SergeantMadmax]

The only one I can think of right now is the MP5, but they are different variants

[@frenchguy8375]

@@SergeantMadmax Cool im not sure cuz I dont own the game but I want it for christmas

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@frenchguy8375 sounds good, you excited for BF? I see the profile picture

[@frenchguy8375]

@@SergeantMadmax Yea and because it was in my storage im staying up late to download the beta

[@joemercado7391]

Socom mods?

[@A147512O]

Track ID from the first song in the background?

[@SergeantMadmax]

That’s a custom song my buddy made for me, if you’re talking about the one with gameplay behind it

[@A147512O]

@@SergeantMadmax oh okay. Yeah it sounds nice. I want this haha

[@A147512O]

@@SergeantMadmax can your buddy upload this? Would be very nice

[@jamesjewelpigeontvandfishh8820]

by the way how to make a account in insurgency sandstorm

[@verveblack]

is it possible to play this as a single player with no voice chat?

[@SergeantMadmax]

There’s local play

[@pleb9619]

Ty

[@vectorwe6900]

How do i get more credits for the guns?

[@SergeantMadmax]

You don’t get more credits, it’s just what the game offers to you for that class. Typically 15 in PvP. Hope this helps!

[@vectorwe6900]

@@SergeantMadmax is 15 the most they offer?

[@plaguedoctorjamespainshe6009]

Why can't i level up ?

[@opticthong]

the gore on ps4 doesn’t work smh

[@liamfeatherstone924]

Why doest it look like a Xbox 360 character in a series X backdrop A ps3 guy surrounded by ps5 textures

[@Angel-iz8fr]

Looks nothing like this on my ps5, texture are horrible :(

[@traced4351]

How do you activate cross play?

[@SergeantMadmax]

No crossplay at this time

[@traced4351]

@@SergeantMadmax damn that sucks. Any word on when it’ll be available?

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@traced4351 I haven’t seen an announcement for it quite yet. I would assume that once the game is steady and mostly bug free on console, that they would work for crossplay

[@traced4351]

@@SergeantMadmax thanks for the response brother

[@SergeantMadmax]

@@traced4351 anytime!

[@youtubeisasshoe8153]

Yeah that changing timezones shit don't work

[@pizzademonXX]

Bought it on PS4, Hopefully not another COD😂

[@RoninPrincess]

Yeah cool game.. However first game I played a bunch of guys with indian accent started flaming eachother with racist and sexist crap in VC lol

[@pepperjack9253]

No storyline wow not getting it

[@ekremgj]

People dont buy it ... i just spent 50 bucks for nothing ... the graphics are like mw 1 .... its shit!

[@SergeantMadmax]

Sorry to hear you didn’t enjoy it. Different strokes for different folks. I’m not sure where it is $50.00 though, did you get the DLC? I paid $30.00 USD for it on launch for PC and the DLC isn’t required, it’s all cosmetic. I haven’t seen the graphics for console but I typically don’t let graphics drive the entire experience for me. I let the gameplay do it and the graphics are secondary.

[@gladiator_games]

Does anyone know how the voice chat works in insurgency for ps4??

[@The_Pantologist57]

On playstation if you have your mic on at all both teammates and the enemy can hear you. The enemy can only hear you if you're in close proximity. But I am not sure if the enemy team can still hear you in close proximity if you mute them all. Hope this helps! If you have anymore questions don't hesitate to ask and I will answer them to the best of my knowledge. I have just started playing the game on playstation too so I am still new to things but I have been learning about it pretttyyy fast One other thing about the voice chat, if you look in the bottom left hand corner when you hear people talking you will see both blue and red comms. If you see the red comms then you know for sure that there are enemies near by. If you see yellow comms or something like that then it's probably your teammate that's either the commander or observer buuuuut that's all assuming that your colors are not customized and still default

[@OGBLACK]

Its a press to talk, so what ever buttom you have mapped to the comms then thats the button you push for talking. Other than that the team wont hear u.. Im still getting use to that as a COD player