Welcome to the resistance! This guide will help you take your first steps from a simple civilian to a revolutionary leader. Everything covered here is available in the current version of Overthrow.
You begin your revolution with modest resources:
Your mission: grow this small foundation into a full-scale resistance movement capable of liberating the island.
Overthrow Main Menu: Press U (PC) or hold D-Pad down (controller) to access most Overthrow features including jobs, map info, and building options.
Fast Travel for a small fee to locations you control:
To fast travel: Open the Overthrow menu, select your destination, then click anywhere near it on the map.
Hint: You will fast travel to exactly where you click on the map, so don't click inside a building!
Your Car: Always visible on the map so you won't lose it. Perfect for early missions and supply runs.
Public Bus System: Most towns have bus stops (red "P" icons). Use the "Catch Bus" action on the pole to travel between stops for a small fee.
Vehicle Dealerships: Car icons on the map mark dealerships where you can buy civilian vehicles (no weapons included).
Note: The job system currently has some known bugs that are being addressed.
How it works: Open Overthrow menu → "Jobs" to see available contracts.
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How it works: Buy drugs from gun dealers (gun icons on map), then sell to civilians walking around towns.
Pro tip: Buy near ports (cheaper prices) and sell inland (higher profits).
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How it works: Buy goods from shops near ports, transport them to inland towns, and sell for profit.
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How it works: Infiltrate enemy bases or ambush patrols to steal valuable items, then sell them at shops.
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How to place: Overthrow menu → "Place" → select posters, then put them on walls around towns.
Effectiveness:
Strategy: Use the bus system to quickly visit multiple towns and place posters efficiently, even with your starting $100.
How it works: Buy medical supplies (gauze, bandages) from shops, load them in your vehicle, then use "Deliver Medical Supplies" action at town centers.
Benefits:
Strategy: Neutralize defenses at radio towers near towns you want to influence.
Impact: Significantly boosts support growth in nearby settlements.
Requirement: Achieve 75% resistance support in the village.
Strategy:
Tip: Villages without nearby radio towers can be captured without any combat, but expect slower progress.
Reward: Captured villages provide regular income (~$2,500 every 6 hours on normal difficulty).
How to build: Overthrow menu → "Place" → select flag, then place it away from enemy bases.
FOB capabilities:
Strategic value: FOBs extend your operational reach and provide rallying points for the resistance.
How it works: Locate the flag at the center of enemy bases and use the action to trigger a battle to capture the base
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Preparation: Ensure you have adequate weapons, equipment, and possibly recruited allies before attempting base assaults.
Once you've established basic income and captured your first village:
Remember: Overthrow is about gradual progression from a lone rebel to the leader of a liberation movement. Take your time, learn the systems, and build your resistance carefully.
Good luck, revolutionary!