Hey all, I'm playing against the AI in Starcraft 2 Beta using Terran and I'm actually having a very hard time. I am failing in defending the rush attack from the AI, I get owned very early in the game as they always rush. Are there any defense tactics that can be used in order to prevent a rush defeat?
Block off your entrance ramp with a barracks and 2 supp depots. I normally rush for mara tech since they can withstand enough fire against T1 units. Guess it depends what race your fighting, if your blocking your ramp you should be fine (After this patch its gonna be harder to get that extra marine or two behind the wall though)
Hmm yea... Do you have any ideas on how to defend against the Zealots and Roaches? They usually come to my base early in the game :S
Assuming the AI is half as good as any human player, you could take a look at our admin's latest article, which gives info on a very effective build order for Terrans.
First block the ramp, then scout. If Zealots, in early game use lots of Marines+Maruaders. Marauders slows downs Zealots alot. Once Factory is build, you can use Hellions, especilly after that the extra + 10 bonus vs light upgrade from techlab. Dont forget stimpacks and shield upgrades. If Roaches, use Maruaders supported by a few Marines. Later on Tanks and Thors are also decent vs Roaches (as well as BC and Banshees since roaches can not hit air).
LOL Kaaraa way to plug it! Makes my life easier. Follow the article Kaaraa referenced and you'll be fine. I have a feeling it will improve you play in general as well if you're losing to AI rushes on super easy
