Transformers: Dark of the Moon, is a third-person shooter developed by High Moon Studios and Behaviour Interactive for Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360.
The video game features multiple playable characters in the campaign mode as well as in the multiplayer mode.
The guide below reveals the list of playable characters in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, as well as their weapons and their special abilities.
Players should know that some of the characters included in the game can be accessed only in the multiplayer mode while, others are available only on specific platforms, such as Ratchet (Xbox 360 and PS3 exclusive) or Shockwave.
Additionally, fans of the game should know that in the campaign mode, each chapter (mission) is played with a specific character.
The player cant change his character or his faction; however the campaign mode features four missions that must be played as an Autobot and three that must be played as a Decepticon.
Soundwaves chapter is divided in two parts and players are also allowed to assume the role of Laserbeak.
Characters, Weapons and Abilities
Bumblebee – It is the main character in Chapter 1.
Faction – Autobots
Ironhide – It is the main character in Chapter 2.
Faction – Autobots
Mirage – It is the main character in Chapter 3.
Faction – Autobots
Soundwave – It is the main character in Chapter 4.
Faction – Decepticons
Laserbeak – It is the main character in Chapter 4.
Faction – Decepticons
Starscream – It is the main character in Chapter 5.
Faction – Decepticons
Megatron – It is the main character in Chapter 6.
Faction – Decepticons
Optimus Prime – It is the main character in Chapter 7.
Faction – Autobots
Warpath – The character is available exclusively in Multiplayer Mode.
Faction – Autobots
Ratchet – The character can be unlocked by completing the Campaign Mode, or through a secret code offered for Amazon pre-orders. The character is available exclusively in Multiplayer Mode.
Faction – Autobots
Sideswipe – It is a downloadable character for all GameStop pre-orders. Sideswipe is available exclusively in Multiplayer Mode.
Faction – Autobots
Breakaway – It is a deco in-game character for Nintendo Wii and Nintendo 3DS orders from Target. Available only in Multiplayer Mode.
Faction – Autobots
Shockwave – Can be unlocked by completing the game’s Campaign. Shockwave is a Multiplayer only character.
Faction – Decepticons
Crankcase – It is available only in Multiplayer Mode.
Faction – Decepticons
Weapons
Bumblebee – Plasma Cannon and Submachine Gun
Ironhide – Autocanon and Shotgun
Mirage – Sniper Rifle and Submachine Gun
Soundwave – Sonic Canon and Assault Rifle
Laserbeak – Shockbolt and Burst Rifle
Starscream – Rocket Launcher and X13 Scrap Maker
Megatron – Fusion Cannon and Assault Rifle
Optimus Prime – Ion Blaster and Shotgun
Abilities
Bumblebee
Orbital Beacon Identify enemy unit location on the battlefield.
Melee Spin Gives ability to do a Spin melee attack.
Ironhide
Heavy Iron Powerful machinegun that penetrates almost any material.
Grenade Blossom Launch a series of grenades that seek the enemy and explode on impact.
Mirage
Cloaking The ability allows Mirage to become invisible for a limited time.
Damage Booster The ability increases Mirages damage for a limited time.
Soundwave
Ultrasonics – The ability allows Soundwave to destroy sonic barriers.
Stun Soundwave can stun targeted enemies and paralyze them for a limited time.
Laserbeak
Ram – Laserbeak charges forward, hitting everything that stands in its way.
Whirlwind Laserbeak performs a melee combo with its wings, damaging all nearby enemies.
Starscream
Omni Rocket Barrage – Starscream creates a barrage of homing missiles that hit nearby targets.
Rocket Cover Starscream levitates firing homing missiles at targeted enemies.
Megatron
Drain Megatron drains the power from nearby opponents, restoring health.
Spawn Hatchlings Megatron spawns a pack of Decepticon hatchlings to aid him in battle.
Optimus Prime
Dash The ability allows Optimus Prime to dodge and avoid incoming attacks. Usable in air!
Shoulder Launcher – Optimus Prime launches a series of rockets dealing increased damage.
