Learn how to perform Extended Executions in Gears of War 3 by holding Y for extra XP. Details on COG and Locust animations.
Extended Executions, first introduced in Gears of War 2, are special finishing moves performed by holding the Y button during an execution animation. Each weapon in Gears of War 3 has its own unique execution. In multiplayer, the Snub Pistol and all grenade types share the same execution animation, though the specific action differs slightly between the COG (Humans) and the Locust.
The COG execution involves lifting the opponent by their collar and repeatedly punching them in the face until their head explodes. The Locust execution involves placing a foot on the enemy's back, grabbing their arm, ripping it out of the socket, and then bashing the enemy in the face with the detached limb.
Tapping the Y button during either of these execution animations will extend the move further, granting you additional XP. Be aware that you are left vulnerable during these animations.
- Hold Y during an execution to trigger an Extended Execution.
- Tap Y repeatedly during the Extended Execution animation to prolong it and gain more XP.
- Extended Executions are available for every weapon, with unique animations for COG and Locust.
- The Snub Pistol and grenades share an execution animation in multiplayer, but the specifics vary by faction.
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