How to Perform Executions in Doom: The Dark Ages
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Executions in Doom: The Dark Ages are your go-to finishers when enemies are dazed and just begging to be smashed. They’re fast, brutal, and necessary if you want to keep health topped off during tougher fights. Think of them like Glory Kills from past games, just with more weapon-specific flair and a lot less slow-mo.
Here’s exactly how they work.
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When to Execute
You’ll know an enemy is ready for execution when they start glowing purple and a circular prompt appears over them. This means they’re in a dazed state, not dead yet but too hurt to fight back. You don’t need to weaken them in a specific way, just bring their health down far enough.
How to Execute
Console (Xbox / PlayStation):
Press R3 (click the right stick)PC:
Press E (default key)
You’ll lunge forward into a quick animation that ends the enemy instantly. Most of the time, you’ll gain health from it too, making it useful when you’re low and can’t afford to dance around dodging.
What’s the Difference Between Executions and Glory Strikes?
Not much, both are finishing moves triggered the same way. The terms get used interchangeably in the game. Some enemies may be stunned in different ways, but the core mechanic is the same: hit them until they glow, then finish the job.
Executions always kill
Glory Strikes refer to stun-based follow-ups or light attacks, but work the same way
Animations vary depending on your weapon, your angle, and the enemy type. Expect leg sweeps, shield smashes, or even impalements depending on what you’re holding.
Final Blurb
If you’re not using Executions, you’re missing out on a ton of free health and style points. Just look for the purple glow, press the right button, and enjoy the carnage. They’re easy to do, they save lives (yours), and they make every fight feel just a little more personal.
FAQ
Q: Do Executions give health back?
Yes, they drop health pickups on completion, just like in past Doom games.
Q: Can I perform Executions on all enemy types?
Most enemies can be executed once dazed, but some larger bosses may not enter the stun state.
Q: Are Executions required for upgrades or challenges?
Some challenges may track them, and weapon upgrades can sometimes be tied to using finishers.
Q: Can I change the Execution button?
Yes, you can remap it in the control settings if you want to move it off R3 or E.
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