Jack Cooper & BT-7274: The Complete Titanfall 2 Campaign Walkthrough
A mission-by-mission breakdown of Jack Cooper and BT-7274’s journey across the hostile world of Typhon
Titanfall 2 is often seen as one of the best first-person shooter campaigns in recent years. Released alongside big-name competitors, it stood out thanks to creative level design and a strong, emotional story. The game takes place five years after the Battle of Demeter and follows Frontier Militia rifleman Jack Cooper and the Vanguard-class Titan, BT-7274. Unlike the first game, which was multiplayer-only, Titanfall 2 offers a full single-player campaign set on the planet Typhon. The story follows Cooper’s journey from an ordinary soldier to a Pilot, forming a close bond with a Titan that shows real personality and logic.
The story centers on the discovery of the “Fold Weapon”, a device that can destroy whole planets. The IMC plans to use it against the Militia’s home world, Harmony. Across nine missions, players go behind enemy lines to carry out “Special Operation 217.” This guide covers each mission’s story, showing how the connection between Cooper and BT grows during the war. From the first training to the final sacrifice, here is the full story of Titanfall 2.
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Mission 1: The Pilot’s Gauntlet
The story starts in a simulation, not on the battlefield. “The Pilot’s Gauntlet” introduces Jack Cooper, a rifleman in the Frontier Militia who wants to become a Pilot. Here, Cooper’s mentor, Captain Tai Lastimosa, gives him extra training in a virtual reality pod, seeing potential in him that others overlook. This part of the game teaches players the fast movement mechanics, like wall-running and sliding, in a safe digital space. The Gauntlet is a timed challenge that tests agility and skill, showing Cooper’s drive to get better even though he’s not yet a Pilot.
This mission is important because it sets up the tragedy that comes next. Cooper’s relationship with Lastimosa is more than just soldier and officer; Lastimosa is a mentor who believes in him and the Militia’s future. The training ends suddenly when the Militia attacks the IMC-controlled planet Typhon. The quick shift from the safe simulation to a real battle shows how fast things can change in war. As the pod opens, Cooper is thrown into the chaos of Operation Broadsword. This mission shows that while Cooper is skilled, he isn’t officially certified as a Pilot, a fact that soon becomes very important.
By the end of this opening section, players see how the world works. Pilots are the top fighters, and Cooper is just a regular soldier hoping to join them. The “Training” and “The Gauntlet” parts teach the game’s mechanics and show what Cooper can do before things go wrong on Typhon. This calm moment highlights the mentor-student bond, which will soon be replaced by the connection between Pilot and Titan.
Mission 2: BT-7274
The second mission, “BT-7274”, is where the main relationship of the game really begins. After the failed attack on Typhon, Cooper is left stranded. The mission has gone badly, and the Militia is scattered. Cooper finds Captain Lastimosa, who has been fatally wounded by the Apex Predators, mercenaries working for the IMC. Before he dies, Lastimosa gives Cooper control of his Vanguard-class Titan, BT-7274. This moment is more than just a game mechanic—it’s what turns Cooper from a regular soldier into a Pilot.
This part of the game is about survival and fixing BT-7274. The Titan is damaged and out of power, so Cooper has to go into dangerous areas to find batteries. In the “Finding a Battery” and “The Second Battery” sections, Cooper faces Typhon’s wild creatures and IMC patrols to get BT working again. This task shows that Cooper has to be strong on his own before he can depend on the Titan. Once the batteries are in, the neural link is made and BT’s AI wakes up. Their first conversations show the difference between Cooper’s doubts and BT’s straightforward logic.
With BT fully powered in the “BT-7274” chapter, Cooper and BT fight off new threats. This is the first time players get to control the Titan, showing how much stronger it is than being on foot. The mission ends with a clear goal: finish the mission Lastimosa started—Special Operation 217—and meet up with Major Anderson. Losing his mentor means Cooper has to step up quickly. This mission sets up the main theme: a Pilot and his Titan, alone behind enemy lines, on a mission that could save the Militia.
Mission 3: Blood and Rust
In “Blood and Rust”, Cooper and BT go deeper into Typhon’s industrial areas. The mission feels tense, with toxic sludge, tight tunnels, and loud machinery everywhere. Their goal is to find Major Anderson, but IMC defenses block the way, so they have to go through a dangerous waste facility. This mission shows how large the IMC’s operations are and how little they care about Typhon’s environment. In the “Entering the Sewer” and “The Sewer” parts, players must carefully move through deadly terrain where one mistake can be fatal.
This mission highlights how alone Cooper and BT are. There’s a short hopeful moment when Cooper finds other Militia members, but it doesn’t last. Most of the mission is spent fighting enemies in tight spaces. Cooper and BT’s relationship grows through their conversations. BT’s calm, logical replies to Cooper’s jokes or worries add some humor to the dark setting. The Titan starts to act more protective, putting Cooper’s safety first. While it’s part of his programming, it starts to feel more personal.
The mission ends with a boss fight against Kane, one of the Apex Predators. Defeating Kane is the first real test of fighting another Titan as a Pilot. Kane is a wild, drug-fueled mercenary who uses a Scorch-class Titan with fire weapons. Beating him is more than just a win in battle; Cooper gets a helmet radio that lets him listen to enemy plans. This helps Cooper and BT learn what the IMC and the mercenaries are planning. It’s a win, but it also shows that the Apex Predators are now after them.
Mission 4: Into the Abyss
In “Into the Abyss”, the setting changes from sewers to a huge underground factory. This mission is known for its tall, complex layout. The factory builds housing units, and Cooper has to move across shifting platforms as they’re put together. Cooper and BT get separated, which means Cooper has to fight alone but still talks to BT over the radio. This shows how much they depend on each other, even when apart. Cooper’s journey through the high assembly lines highlights his skills as a Pilot.
In the middle part, the focus is on Cooper and BT reuniting. The area is dangerous, full of moving machines that can crush you instantly. The visuals show how powerful and efficient the IMC’s war machine is. As Cooper moves through the assembly lines, he sees the same environments used in training, connecting back to the first mission. The factory feels like an enemy itself. While they’re apart, Cooper and BT talk over the radio, which brings them closer. BT helps Cooper find his way, and Cooper is clearly relieved when they finally meet again.
The mission ends with locating BT and a fight against Ash, another Apex Predator. Ash is a simulacrum, meaning her mind is in a robot body, and she treats battles like games. She uses a fast Ronin-class Titan with sword attacks. The fight happens in an arena that Ash can change during the battle. Beating Ash is important because she’s a tough and smart enemy. But after the fight, Cooper and BT learn what the facility is really hiding. The “Abyss” is not just about the factory’s depth, but also about how prepared the IMC is for all-out war. Cooper and BT escape, but now they know they are the last line of defense against a huge threat.
Mission 5: Effect and Cause
Many fans see “Effect and Cause” as the best mission in Titanfall 2. It introduces a new gameplay mechanic that ties directly into the story. Cooper and BT reach a research facility where they hope to find Major Anderson. In “Finding Anderson,” they discover his body stuck in the ceiling, caused by a time-displacement device gone wrong. Cooper picks up this device, which lets him switch instantly between two timelines: the present, where the facility is destroyed, and the past, when it was a high-tech lab. This part of “Special Operation 217” adds a sci-fi twist that changes the story’s direction.
Players switch between timelines to solve puzzles and fight enemies. This lets Cooper see how the facility was destroyed as it happened. He finds audio logs and holograms that reveal the IMC’s plan: they are building the “Fold Weapon”, a superweapon powered by an alien energy source called the Ark. By seeing the past, Cooper realizes just how serious the threat is. The IMC wants to use the weapon to destroy Harmony, the Militia’s main base and home to millions. Now, the mission is about saving the whole Militia, not just surviving on Typhon.
This mission tells its story through gameplay, not cutscenes. Players experience the past by moving through it themselves. Cooper and BT’s bond is tested because BT can’t time travel, so he waits in the present while Cooper changes things in the past. By the end, they have the information they need: what the Ark is, what the Fold Weapon does, and that they must stop it. The story shifts from a rescue to a mission to prevent disaster. If the IMC’s plan succeeds, it would mean genocide, so Cooper and BT have to stop it no matter what.
Mission 6: The Beacon
After learning the truth in the last mission, “The Beacon” focuses on getting a message out. Cooper and BT have important information about the Fold Weapon, but can’t send it to the Militia fleet because of interference. They need to fix an IMC beacon to make contact. Players cross a huge satellite dish, using careful platforming and the Pilot’s movement skills. This mission shows how hard it is just to send a message during the war.
A new gameplay feature appears in “Obtaining the Arc Tool.” This tool lets Cooper control power grids and turn on machines, adding more puzzles to solve. Cooper has to go deep into the beacon’s structure, fighting IMC troops who want to stop the message. The bond with BT stands out again when BT throws Cooper across a huge gap to reach the beacon. This moment shows the trust between them: BT calculates the throw, but Cooper has to trust him and make the jump.
The mission ends with “Repairing the Beacon” and a boss fight against Richter, a German-accented Apex Predator who uses a Tone-class Titan. Richter is a skilled killer who enjoys the hunt, but he also underestimates Cooper and BT’s teamwork. Beating Richter lets them fix the dish and send their warning to the Militia fleet. This changes everything: Cooper and BT are no longer alone, and help is on the way. The early sense of isolation fades as reinforcements arrive and the battle grows larger.
Mission 7: Trial by Fire
“Trial by Fire” marks the start of the final battles. The Militia fleet arrives, and the story shifts from survival behind enemy lines to a full-scale assault. Cooper and BT join other Vanguard-class Titans to attack the IMC airbase head-on. This mission highlights Titan combat, with “Assaulting the Airbase” being a fast-paced, explosive fight. Now, the player is part of a team, not alone. This change shows how Cooper has grown—he’s no longer just a lost soldier, but a leader fighting with experienced Pilots.
This mission is all about urgency. The IMC is trying to load the Ark onto the IMS Draconis to move it to the Fold Weapon. It’s a race against time. The gameplay focuses on Titan battles, and players need to use all of BT’s different weapons. The radio is full of military chatter, showing how big the fight is. The Militia throws everything at the IMC to stop the Ark from leaving. It’s an action-packed moment that lives up to the “Titanfall” name.
Even with reinforcements, the mission ends with a setback. The Draconis escapes with the Ark. Still, the Militia doesn’t give up and quickly starts the chase. “Trial by Fire” shows that Cooper and BT are strong leaders, ready to lead others. Their teamwork is now solid—they work together smoothly and handle threats quickly. They’ve made it through the trial, but the fight isn’t over yet.
Mission 8: The Ark
“The Ark” is one of the most visually impressive missions in the game. Most of it happens on the flying IMS Draconis and its escort ships. The goal is simple: board the enemy ship and get the Ark before it reaches the Fold Weapon. In “Boarding the IMS Draconis,” players experience exciting platforming as Cooper jumps between airships high above Typhon. The wind, speed, and height make it feel dangerous and intense. This mission is the ultimate test of the movement skills learned earlier in the game.
The main event in this mission is the boss fight with Viper. “Defeating Viper” is known as the toughest and most memorable fight in the game. Viper uses a special Northstar-class Titan that can fly for long periods. The battle happens on the Draconis’s hull, with the sky all around. Viper is a skilled and focused enemy, making the fight intense. Players need to use all of BT’s abilities and aim well to win. The victory comes at a cost—BT is badly damaged and loses an arm, showing he isn’t unstoppable.
After the fight, in “Securing the Ark,” Cooper and the damaged BT try to take the Ark. But the Draconis crashes, and in the chaos, Blisk and Slone take the Ark. Cooper and BT are left hurt and captured. This is the lowest point in the story—they were close to winning, but lost it all. BT’s damage shows how hard the journey has been. They’ve given everything, but the Fold Weapon is still active and the Ark is with the enemy. Now, they face a final, desperate battle.
Mission 9 (Finale): The Fold Weapon
The final mission, “The Fold Weapon”, starts with things looking bad. Cooper is captured and BT is being taken apart. Still, their bond helps them escape. BT gives Cooper a “SERE Kit” (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) before he’s destroyed. The kit includes the Smart Pistol, a famous weapon that locks onto enemies. In the “Escape” part, Cooper uses the Smart Pistol to fight through IMC troops and reach BT’s data core. He puts the core into a new Titan body, bringing BT back. When BT says “Hello, Jack,” it shows their connection is still strong, even in a new body.
Cooper and BT hurry to the Fold Weapon to stop it from firing. In the “Final Stand,” they face Slone, the last Apex Predator, who uses an Ion-class Titan with phase shifting. Beating her lets them reach the Ark, but the weapon is already unstable. The climax is more emotional than action-packed. There’s no way to stop the energy surge from outside. BT figures out that the only way to destroy the Ark and save Harmony is to blow up his own reactor inside the weapon. This means making the ultimate sacrifice.
At the end, BT follows “Protocol 3: Protect the Pilot.” He grabs Cooper and throws him away from the explosion, sacrificing himself to destroy the Ark. The Fold Weapon is destroyed, Typhon is ruined, and the Militia is saved. The game ends with Cooper floating in space, alive but alone. He reflects on the journey and losing his friend. The neural link is gone, but BT’s impact on Cooper remains. It’s a bittersweet ending, showing how Cooper went from a regular soldier to a hero who made a big sacrifice. The credits leave a strong memory of the bond between man and machine.
