How to Perform Glory Kills & Strikes | Doom: The Dark Ages Guide
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In Doom: The Dark Ages, Glory Kills are now called Glory Strikes, and they let you instantly finish off weakened enemies. They aren’t just for show, they restore health, slow down combat briefly, and can unlock extra effects if you’ve upgraded certain gear or runes.
Here’s how they work, when to use them, and why they’re worth doing.
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What Is a Glory Strike?
A Glory Strike is a finishing move that becomes available when an enemy enters the Dazed state. This happens after you deal enough damage without killing them. Once they’re dazed, they will glow bright purple and stop attacking.
Glory Strikes will:
Instantly kill the enemy
Restore some health
Briefly slow down time
Trigger extra effects if you have the right upgrades
How to Perform a Glory Kill
1. Damage the enemy
Hit them hard enough to stagger them but not so much that they die immediately. Fodder enemies usually die too fast, so focus on stronger ones.
2. Look for the purple glow
When they’re dazed, you’ll see a bright purple light around them. They will stop fighting and stand there waiting to get wrecked.
3. Press the melee button up close
Walk up to the glowing enemy and press your melee key. On keyboard, it’s R. On controller, it’s usually the right stick or B. If timed right, you’ll trigger a Glory Strike.
When to Use Glory Strikes
When your health is low and you need a boost
During crowded fights to give yourself a second to reposition
When you're building a loadout around Glory-based effects
Just don’t rush it. If you try to trigger one too early, nothing happens and the enemy keeps swinging.
Final Blurb
Glory Strikes are simple but essential. Use them often, time them right, and you’ll stay alive longer while looking cooler. In The Dark Ages, style and survival go hand in hand.
FAQ
Q: What button do I press for a Glory Strike?
Use your melee input — R on PC or Right Stick/B on controller.
Q: How do I know if an enemy is ready?
They glow purple and stop attacking.
Q: Can I use them on bosses?
No, only regular enemies and mini-bosses that can be dazed.
Q: Do Glory Strikes give resources?
Yes, they restore health, and with upgrades, they can trigger even more effects.
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