Parry in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is one of the most important mechanics that you need to master. Space Marines are biologically augmented warriors who are masters of both melee and long-range fighting styles. However, these marines can also adapt to enemies' attack styles and effectively punish them.
In the game, this ability of Space Marines was translated into a parry mechanic where they can block enemy attacks and deliver a killing blow in return. In this article, we have shared how you can master the parry in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 and also perform devastating executions to dispose of stronger enemies.
Parry in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 explained
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Parry in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is an essential defensive move, allowing you to block and counter enemy strikes, which varies based on the enemy type.
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When to Parry: The perfect moment to parry in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is when the enemy flashes blue, signaling a vulnerable attack window.
Effect of a successful parry based on enemy types:
- Tyranid Warriors: Parrying a blue-flash attack will break their defense, leaving them open to further attacks.
- Gaunts: Parrying will typically kill them instantly if they flash blue.
Controls for Parry:
- PlayStation: Press L1
- Xbox: Press LB
- PC: Press C
Parrying a blue-flash attack requires early timing. Initiate the parry as the enemy lunges, not when they begin swinging.
Non-Blue Flash Attacks:
You can still parry attacks even if the enemy isn't flashing blue, doing it will have the following effects on the enemies:
- Gaunts: Parrying weaker attacks may still kill them, however with a less gory animation.
- Tyranid Warriors: Parrying will block the attack, but won't break their defense or stop their combos.
Guide for executing enemies in Space Marine 2
Executing enemies is a satisfying and tactical way to restore health during fights. Here's how to perform executions:
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When to Execute:
- You can execute enemies once they start flashing red. This indicates that they are weakened and ready to be finished.
How to Execute:
- PlayStation: Press R3
- Xbox: Press Right Joystick
- PC: Press E
Ways to Make an Enemy Flash Red:
- Shoot them multiple times.
- Break their Synaptic connection (for Tyranids relying on it).
- Hit them multiple times with a melee weapon.
- Hit them with a grenade or an explosion that doesn't finish them off.
- Parry their blue-flash attack when they are already weakened.
Larger Enemies (Tyranid Warriors):
- These tougher enemies need to have their health reduced to a certain point before you can execute them. Parrying a blue-flash attack when they are already weakened can speed up the execution process.
Smaller Enemies (Gaunts):
- Gaunts will usually die outright once their Synaptic connection is broken, but if they survive, they'll flash red and can be executed to restore your health.
Once you master the parry in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2, no Tyranid or Chaos filth will be able to stand against your wrath.
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