The Halloween Update in Forsaken has introduced Veronica, an exciting new survivor who brings a fresh, fast-paced playstyle to the game. Unlike other survivors, Veronica relies on her skateboard and graffiti to escape killers, offering an unpredictable and stylish way to survive. Many players are wondering just how strong she really is and how difficult she is to master. This complete guide will walk you through Veronica’s stats, abilities, and effective strategies to help you become a pro with this unique character.
Key Takeaways
- Veronica is a high-skill, high-reward survivor with unique skateboard and graffiti mechanics
- She has a rechargeable battery system instead of regular healing items
- Her main abilities include Vandalism (graffiti), Sk8 (skateboard), Broadcast (3 modes), and Battery healing
- Veronica excels on indoor maps with tight spaces but struggles on open maps
- She’s considered an A-Tier survivor that rewards skilled players who master her movement
- Team coordination and generator progress are crucial for her battery charging system
Who is Forsaken Veronica?
Veronica is the first female survivor added to Forsaken, bringing a unique robot-skater theme to the game. She’s the eleventh survivor overall and the third survivalist character. With her pink TV screen face, baseball cap with antenna, red hoodie, and signature skateboard, Veronica stands out from other survivors with her rebellious, tech-inspired design.
Originally planned as a news reporter character, Veronica was redesigned as a skater when developers couldn’t create fitting moveset for her reporter concept. This change turned out to be perfect, as her skateboard mechanics make her one of the most mobile and exciting survivors in Forsaken. She was released alongside the killer Guest 666 in the Halloween update, making it one of the game’s most significant updates.
Veronica’s Base Stats and Passive Ability?
Like all survivors in Forsaken, Veronica has specific stats that define her gameplay:
- Health: 100 HP
- Walk Speed: 12
- Sprint Speed: 26
- Max Stamina: 100
What makes Veronica truly unique is her passive ability, Metal Frame. Unlike other survivors who can use standard healing items like medkits or pizza, Veronica carries a rechargeable battery that can restore up to 50 HP when fully charged. She starts each round with her battery at 50% charge, and completing generator puzzles will fill 8% of her battery each time.
This passive ability makes Veronica self-sufficient but also requires strategic thinking about when to heal and how to keep her battery charged. It’s important to note that Veronica’s battery cannot be recharged by Noli’s fake generators, which actually helps her team identify fake generators during matches.
Understanding Veronica’s Abilities?
Veronica has four main abilities that work together to create her unique playstyle. Let’s break down each one:
Vandalism (Alt Ability 1)
Vandalism allows Veronica to spray graffiti on walls, creating special zones that she can use for her other abilities. Here’s how it works:
- Veronica can place up to three graffiti marks on the map
- The graffiti must be placed in a triangle formation
- Once all three are placed, they create a triangle-shaped zone only Veronica can use
- Killers can destroy the graffiti, so strategic placement is crucial
- Cooldown: 0.8 seconds when unequipping, 15 seconds when killer destroys graffiti
The key to using Vandalism effectively is placing your graffiti in commonly looped areas where you’re likely to need escape routes. Hide them behind objects or in corners to make them harder for killers to find and destroy.
Sk8 (Alt Ability 2)
This is Veronica’s signature skateboard ability and can only be used when inside a graffiti zone. When activated:
- Veronica skates at 1.15x her normal running speed
- She uses 1.25x more stamina than regular sprinting
- She has very limited turning control while skating
- Crashing into walls or the killer deals 5 self-damage and applies Slowness IV for 2.5 seconds
- She can stop skating at any time by recasting the ability
- If she runs out of stamina, Sk8 ends immediately
- Cooldown: 5 seconds
The Trick system is a crucial part of Sk8. When Veronica approaches a collidable surface, she’ll glow and can perform a trick by pressing Spacebar. This gives her full air control, 10 stamina, a speed boost while airborne, and charges her battery by 5% after three successful tricks.
How Do Veronica’s Broadcast Modes Work?
Broadcast is Veronica’s most complex ability, offering three different modes that change how her Sk8 ability functions. You can switch between these modes, but not during an active Sk8 session.
Phase Mode?
Phase Mode is perfect for clutch escapes and tight situations. When activated:
- Veronica phases through the killer upon collision
- She gains Resistance I for 3 seconds
- She gets Speed IV for 2 seconds
- Her battery charges by 15%
- This effect can only be used once per Sk8 session
- She rebounds off walls instead of crashing (still takes 5 self-damage)
This mode is ideal when you’re cornered or need to escape quickly. The phasing mechanic can confuse killers and give you the precious seconds you need to get away safely.
Bumper Mode?
Bumper Mode is more defensive and reliable. When you crash into a killer:
- You knock them back
- Your battery charges by 15%
- You take no self-damage from the collision
- Sk8 ends immediately after hitting a killer
- Killers hit by Bumper Mode won’t be knocked over if hit again within 10 seconds
This mode is safer than Phase Mode but ends your skating session immediately. It’s great when you need to create distance quickly and want to ensure you get away safely.
Mobile Mode?
Mobile Mode is for advanced players who want maximum mobility. This mode:
- Makes your increased turn control from tricks linger after landing
- Causes you to take 3x more self-damage from crashes
- Cannot be switched during Sk8
Mobile Mode is high-risk, high-reward. It offers unmatched mobility for skilled players who can avoid obstacles, but mistakes are punished heavily with triple the self-damage.
How to Use Veronica’s Battery Effectively?
Veronica’s battery system is central to her gameplay, so using it effectively is crucial for success. Here’s how to make the most of it:
Activate Battery (Alt Ability 4) allows Veronica to heal herself using her internal battery. When activated:
- Veronica slowly heals herself using her battery charge
- Healing stops if she reaches maximum health or takes any damage
- If healing is interrupted by damage, it goes on a 55-second cooldown
- Cooldown: 55 seconds
The key to effective battery management is knowing when to heal. Since healing can be interrupted and has a long cooldown, you should only activate it when you’re relatively safe from immediate danger. Try to heal behind cover or when the killer is occupied with other survivors.
To keep your battery charged, focus on completing generators. Each generator you complete gives you 8% battery charge, so working on generators consistently ensures you always have healing available. The Trick system also helps – every three successful tricks charge your battery by 5%.
What Are the Best Strategies for Playing Veronica?
Mastering Veronica requires understanding her strengths and using them effectively. Here are the best strategies for playing this unique survivor:
Graffiti Placement Strategy
Your graffiti placement can make or break your Veronica gameplay. Follow these tips:
- Place graffiti in commonly looped areas and tight corners
- Create multiple graffiti zones across the map for flexible escape routes
- Hide graffiti behind objects or in areas with limited line of sight
- Avoid placing graffiti in open areas where killers can easily spot and destroy them
- Think ahead – place graffiti where you expect to need escape routes later
Map-Specific Tactics
Veronica performs differently depending on the map:
Best Maps for Veronica:
- Horror Hotel and other indoor maps with tight spaces
- Maps with lots of corners and obstacles for tricks
- Maze-like environments where killers can’t easily track you
Worst Maps for Veronica:
- Planet Voss and other open maps
- Maps with long, straight corridors
- Areas with limited obstacles for performing tricks
On indoor maps, Veronica can dominate chases by using her skateboard to navigate tight spaces and confuse killers. On open maps, her effectiveness decreases significantly as there are fewer opportunities for tricks and graffiti placement.
Team Coordination
Even though Veronica is self-sufficient, team coordination is still important:
- Focus on generators to keep your battery charged
- Communicate with teammates about graffiti locations
- Let teammates know when you need time to heal safely
- Work together to create distractions while you set up graffiti zones
Common Mistakes to Avoid
New Veronica players often make these mistakes – avoid them to improve your gameplay:
- Using Sk8 when low on stamina (it drains stamina faster than running)
- Placing graffiti in obvious, open locations
- Forgetting to switch Broadcast modes for different situations
- Healing in unsafe locations where killers can easily interrupt
- Overusing Mobile Mode without sufficient skill
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Veronica Good for Beginners?
Veronica is not recommended for beginners due to her high skill ceiling. Her complex mechanics, limited turning control while skating, and the need for precise timing make her challenging for new players. Beginners should start with simpler survivors who have more straightforward abilities and healing options. However, if you’re determined to learn Veronica, start by mastering her graffiti placement and basic skating before attempting advanced tricks and Broadcast modes.
How Does Veronica Compare to Other Survivors?
Veronica is considered an A-Tier survivor, placing her above average but not at the top of the tier list. Compared to other survivors, she offers unique mobility options that few can match, but she requires more skill to use effectively. Unlike survivors who can use standard healing items, Veronica’s self-sufficiency comes with the limitation of her battery system. She excels in chase scenarios but may struggle in prolonged matches if her graffiti zones are destroyed.
What Maps Are Best for Veronica?
Veronica performs best on indoor maps like Horror Hotel, where tight spaces and numerous obstacles allow her to maximize her skateboard mobility and trick potential. Maps with lots of corners, walls, and complex layouts give her more opportunities to escape and perform tricks. She struggles on open maps like Planet Voss, where the lack of obstacles limits her trick options and makes her graffiti zones more vulnerable to discovery and destruction.
Can Veronica’s Graffiti Be Destroyed?
Yes, killers can destroy Veronica’s graffiti marks. When a killer destroys your graffiti, it goes on a 15-second cooldown before you can place another one in that location. This is why strategic placement is crucial – hide your graffiti behind objects, in corners, or in areas where killers are less likely to look. Having multiple graffiti zones across the map also ensures you have backup options if some get destroyed.
How Do You Counter Veronica as a Killer?
As a killer, you can counter Veronica by actively hunting for and destroying her graffiti zones. Listen for the sound of her spraying graffiti and check common hiding spots. Since Veronica has limited turning control while skating, you can predict her movement patterns and cut her off. Be patient when chasing her – her stamina drains faster while skating, so she can’t maintain it indefinitely. If you’re playing a killer with area control abilities, use them to limit her graffiti placement options.
What’s the Best Way to Charge Veronica’s Battery?
The most reliable way to charge Veronica’s battery is by completing generators, which give 8% charge each. Performing tricks is also effective – every three successful tricks charge your battery by 5%. During chases, using Phase or Bumper modes when colliding with the killer gives you 15% battery charge. Focus on generator progress early in the match to build up your battery reserves, then use tricks and killer collisions to maintain it during chases.
Is Veronica Overpowered or Balanced?
Veronica is generally considered balanced rather than overpowered. While she has strong mobility options and self-healing capabilities, these come with significant limitations. Her high skill ceiling means that only experienced players can use her effectively, and her performance varies greatly depending on the map. On indoor maps, she can feel overwhelming, but on open maps, she struggles significantly. Her battery system also creates strategic depth that prevents her from being too dominant.
Conclusion
Veronica is an exciting addition to Forsaken that brings fresh, dynamic gameplay to the survivor role. Her unique skateboard mechanics and graffiti system create a high-skill, high-reward playstyle that’s incredibly satisfying when mastered. While she may not be the best choice for beginners, experienced players will find her to be one of the most engaging and versatile survivors in the game.
Remember that success with Veronica comes down to smart graffiti placement, strategic battery management, and mastering her different Broadcast modes. Focus on indoor maps where she can truly shine, and don’t get discouraged if you struggle at first – her learning curve is steep but worth climbing.
Ready to hit the streets with Forsaken’s most stylish survivor? Jump into a match, spray some graffiti, and show those killers what real mobility looks like. With practice and patience, you’ll be skating circles around the competition in no time!
