Close range combat in Assassin's Creed III Remastered Assassin's Creed III Guide

Last update: 27 March 2019

Melee combat is a very important aspect of Assassin's Creed 3 Remastered, and this is why we devoted a lot of space to describe it in detail on this page of our guide.

The combat system in Assassin's Creed III focuses mainly on quick counter-attacks and combos. In order to counter an attack, you need to wait for a red triangle to appear above an enemy's head and hold down the counter button. Time will slow down and you will be able to lead out one of three attacks:

1. Normal attack - attack/shoot button
2. Disarm - jump button
3. Throw - counter button

In most cases normal attacks are the best choice, through there are enemies who can block it, for example Jagers, Grenadiers or Captains. In order to defeat them, firstly knock them down or disarm and then quickly finish off the defenceless enemy. All attacks can also be used without countering, though they are less effective then.

If you see a yellow triangle above an enemy's head, it will mark that that enemy is preparing to lead out a special attack. Those kinds of attacks cannot be blocked in a standard way. In order to avoid them, quickly strafe or jump aside with the counter button. In case of ranged weapons, you can additionally hide behind a human shield. For that, approach the nearest soldier and press the jump button.

An interesting addition to this installment are double kills. In order to execute them, you have to counter the attacks of two enemies attacking at the same time. A very effective animation will stars, during which Connor will get rid of both of them in a flashy way.