Astra Squad Guides
Strategy guides, codes, and PC play resources.
Game Information
Astra Squad is a sci-fi action game where players lead a defense force against alien invaders. This guide hub provides strategic advice on gathering resources, upgrading weapons, and rebuilding the army to protect Earth from the ongoing extraterrestrial threat.
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Astra Squad Strategy Guide Hub
Start Here
Three broad guides that give you a practical starting point before you go deeper into a particular system.
RULES UPDATENew Infantry and Artillery RulesOptimize your Astra Squad army composition by leveraging 20 man infantry blobs and re evaluating Battle Cannon efficiency in the latest update.
CHALLENGE GUIDES+ Shiyu Defense Node 5Secure an S+ rank in Astra Squad’s Shiyu Defense Node 5 by leveraging the high burst synergy between Alice, S. Billy, and Harumasa for elite runs.
BASE PROGRESSIONBase Restoration and Alien DefensePrioritize clearing alien debris and reinforcing your defensive perimeter early to secure long term resource production against monster waves.Explore Astra Squad by Topic
Browse focused paths for classes, progression, challenges, and events.

Army Building & Unit Roles
Build stronger rosters by comparing unit roles, command options, weapon teams, and competitive army compositions.
- DreadNork Command Squad Combo
- Cadian Command Squad Utility
- Specialist Roles and Orders
- Cadian Heavy Weapon Squads
- 1,000-Point Catachan List
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- WTC 2026 List Building
- Cadian Recon Squad Rules
- Krieg Heavy Weapon Squads
- Command Squad Roles and Synergy
- Heavy Weapons Deployment
- Unit Strengths and Weaknesses
- Cadian Command Squad Analysis
- Krieg or Cadian Command Squads
- Scion Gigablob Tactics
- Battleline Infantry Comparison
- Cadian Recon Deployment
- Unit Selection and Deployment

Combat & Mission Tactics
Improve mission results with practical guidance on movement, positioning, abilities, enemy waves, and difficult encounters.
- Robotic Chassis for SAR Missions
- BVR Missile Mechanics
- Fallen Commander Dragon Chapter
- Hero Ability Timing
- Tournament Comeback Tactics
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- Tournament Recovery Strategies
- Movement and Map Awareness
- Competitive Comeback Strategies
- Overcoming Level 10
- Managing Alien Waves
- Combat Initiation and Progression
- Early Alien Combat
- Movement and Hero Positioning
- Ability Timing and Combat Flow
- Offline Progression and Vertical Combat
- Mecha Combat and Hero Deployment
- Unit Positioning and Combat Tactics
- Auto-Battle and Ability Usage
- Combat Movement and Maneuvers
- Enemy Hordes and Positioning
- Alien Combat and Deployment
- Alien Dragon Invasion Battles
- Combat Tactics and Navigation
- Ship Fire Emergencies
- Alien Base Assault Strategy

Base & Resource Progression
Manage restoration, construction, resources, and long-term expansion to keep your campaign moving forward.

Character Design & Themes
Explore character aesthetics and zodiac-inspired themes for a more distinctive visual squad identity.