Mobile FOBs represent a revolutionary new approach to forward operations in Overthrow v1.3. Instead of static flag-based bases, you now deploy truck-based mobile command centers that can be positioned strategically across the battlefield.
A Mobile FOB is a specialized truck that can transform into a fully functional forward operating base. When deployed, it provides:
- Fast travel destination for all resistance members
- Respawn point option (can be set as "home")
- Building capabilities - construct tents, equipment boxes, and defensive structures
- Strategic positioning - deploy almost anywhere except near enemy bases
- Mobile operations - undeploy and relocate as tactical situations change
Mobile FOB trucks are available at:
- Civilian vehicle stores (car dealership icons on map)
- Garages at captured bases (procurement option)
- ~$5,000 on normal difficulty
- Cost scales with difficulty setting
- Significantly more expensive than regular vehicles due to their strategic value
Some servers may restrict Mobile FOBs:
- Default: Any player can purchase and deploy Mobile FOBs
- Officer-only mode: Server option
mobileFOBOfficersOnly: true restricts purchase and deployment to officers only
- Drive to desired location using the Mobile FOB truck
- Position carefully - you cannot move the truck once deployed
- Use "Deploy FOB" action at the rear of the truck
- Deployment effects:
- Truck becomes locked and immobilized
- Camo net and resistance flag are erected
- FOB becomes active for building and fast travel
Mobile FOBs can be deployed almost anywhere except:
- Too close to enemy bases (minimum distance enforced)
- Invalid terrain (steep slopes, water, etc.)
Unlike the old static FOB system:
- Deploy in towns - establish presence in populated areas
- Near buildings - use existing structures for cover
- Tactical positioning - choose optimal locations for specific operations
- Multiple FOBs - deploy several FOBs simultaneously across the map
- All resistance members can fast travel to any deployed Mobile FOB
- Access via Overthrow menu → Fast Travel → click near the FOB location
- No ownership restrictions - team-based asset
- Set any deployed Mobile FOB as your respawn location
- Use "Set as Home" action at the deployed FOB
- Respawn here when killed (if selected as primary home)
Once deployed, you can construct:
- Equipment boxes for storage and loadout management
- Recruitment tents for cheaper AI recruit hiring
- Defensive structures like sandbags and barriers
- Medical tents and other support structures
- 50m building radius around the deployed FOB
- 75m placement radius for larger items
- Similar to camp building capabilities but with extended range
Officers can designate Priority FOBs for enhanced visibility:
- Action on back of deployed Mobile FOB (officers only)
- Select "Set Priority FOB" action
- 2-second action duration with clear feedback
- Only one Priority FOB can exist at a time (setting a new one removes the old designation)
- Enhanced map visibility: Different icon visible at all zoom levels
- Strategic coordination: Clearly marks primary operational base for the faction
- Command focus: Helps coordinate team operations around a central point
- Priority FOBs: Always visible
- Regular FOBs: Hidden when fully zoomed out, standard FOB icon
- Use "Undeploy FOB" action at the deployed Mobile FOB
- Automatic transfer: All items from nearby Equipment Boxes are moved into the truck
- Structure removal: All built structures around the FOB are automatically removed
- Truck restoration: Vehicle becomes mobile again with camo net and flag removed
- All items from Equipment Boxes within range
- Personal equipment left in containers
- Weapons and ammunition stored at the FOB
- All items in nearby parked vehicles
- Nearby bodies use the "Loot" option on the FOB instead
- All built structures (tents, barriers, etc.)
- All placed items (sandbags, floodlights, etc.)
- Tactical repositioning when enemy pressure increases
- Resource preservation - save equipment when relocating
- Operational flexibility - move FOBs to support different missions
- Multiple Mobile FOBs can be deployed at the same time
- No limit on number of deployed FOBs per player
- Team coordination - different players can deploy FOBs in different areas
- Distributed presence across the battlefield
- Tactical depth - multiple staging areas for operations
- Redundancy - backup positions if one FOB is compromised
- Specialized roles - different FOBs for different mission types
| Old System (Flag-based) |
New System (Mobile FOB) |
| Static placement only |
Mobile truck-based |
| Fixed location |
Can be undeployed and moved |
| Flag + limited building |
Full truck + extensive building |
| Placement restrictions |
Much more flexible placement |
| Single FOB focus |
Multiple FOB capability |
The Mobile FOB system provides:
- Greater tactical flexibility for resistance operations
- More realistic military forward base concept
- Enhanced teamwork through multiple deployment options
- Strategic depth with Priority FOB coordination system
- Scout locations first - drive around to find optimal positions
- Consider accessibility - ensure team members can reach the FOB
- Plan for defense - use terrain and buildings for protection
- Think long-term - balance current needs with future operations
- Communicate deployment - inform team of new FOB locations
- Designate Priority FOBs strategically (officers only)
- Share resources - stock Equipment Boxes for team use
- Plan together - coordinate multiple FOB placements
- Stock Equipment Boxes before leaving FOBs unattended
- Undeploy when necessary - preserve resources during retreats
- Use recruitment tents - take advantage of cheaper recruitment
- Build defensively - protect your FOB investment
- Recruits - Build recruitment tents at FOBs for cheaper AI hiring
- Loadout Manager - Use Equipment Boxes at FOBs for loadout management
- Base Building - Advanced building options after capturing enemy bases
- Fast Travel - Use FOBs as fast travel destinations
- Officers - Learn about officer privileges including Priority FOB designation
The Mobile FOB system transforms Overthrow's tactical landscape, enabling dynamic resistance operations with unprecedented flexibility and strategic depth.