The ASF2 is equipped with twin fusion engines and a type 3 protective shielding generator. You can control distribution of available power between your shields and energy weapons. Increased power to the shields will reduce damage from incoming fire. Reduced weapon power will adversely affect the range and lethality of energy based weapons.

The on-board computer automatically analyses all available sensor information and provides you with a list of targets on the right multi-functional display (MFD). The option to track a single target on the HUD by selecting it is available.

The multi-functional display on the left lists the weapons loadout currently available to you.

The ASF2 is fitted as standard with:

• Advanced multi-frequency lasers - These photon based energy weapons have an excellent range range but average power, primarily used in dogfights against lightly armored opponents.

Against heavier targets, Alliance Command may issue the following additional weaponry:

• "Dart" Missiles - These medium range guided weapons automatically track their target homing in for a kill. They should not be fired until the proper target is tracked by the on-board computer.
• Open Coil Plasma Cannons - Requiring extensive modification to fit, these are linked directly to the engines of the ASF2, allowing the pilot to unleash devastating bursts of energy at least twice as powerful as standard lasers. Keep an eye on your weapons energy level, as the discharge mechanism requires large amounts of power to contain and direct the engine plasma. Once outside the containment field of the discharge mechanism, the plasma disperses rapidly, making them relatively short range weapons.
• "Caltrop" Bombs - These free-fall fusion weapons are 3 times more powerful than the Dart missile but lack an efficient homing mechanism. They must be carefully lined up on a target prior to release, and should be reserved for slow moving or stationary targets.

Finally, keep an eye on your damage indicator and adjust your shield recharge rate accordingly.

Controls

The default control setup in Space Combat is designed for a combination of stylus flight control and buttons (for firing and changing target/weapon) - The options for controls are much wider, so experiment with them and find a set-up that is best for you!