Stab

The player stabs a soldier directly ahead in Return to Castle Wolfenstein.Target within melee reachThe knife hand thrust forward
Return to Castle Wolfenstein (2001)A close-range knife attack
  1. Target within melee reach
  2. The knife hand thrust forward
© Gray Matter Interactive / id Software; frame from clip via GameMechanics.org · Source ↗

A thrust with a weapon’s point strikes at close range. Distance and contact timing determine whether the attack reaches its target.

Design tips

  • Match hit reach to the weapon’s visible length.
  • Confirm contact with a distinct sound and target reaction.

Examples