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Counters AKA Parries
Killer Instinct (2013)

Counters AKA Parries

Master counters and parries in Killer Instinct (2013) by pressing back and QP. Learn how to perform openers and parry dizziness for devastating combos.

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Master counters and parries in Killer Instinct (2013) by pressing back and QP. Learn how to perform openers and parry dizziness for devastating combos.

Counters are a crucial technique in Killer Instinct (2013) that allow you to perform powerful attacks, including all 70+ hitters mentioned elsewhere. To perform a counter, you must press back and the Quick Punch (QP) button simultaneously. If you hold the QP button after initiating the counter, your character's animation will speed up.

Successfully performing a counter enables you to execute your opener, which will hit three times instead of the usual one. Furthermore, you can achieve what is known as a PARRY dizzy. After a parry dizzy, you are free to perform any combo you wish, or simply taunt your opponent. This technique is a must for advanced players.

Tips
  • Holding the QP button after a counter speeds up your character's animation.
  • Counters are essential for performing 70+ hit combos.
  • A parry dizzy allows for a free combo or taunt.

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