

Uruk can still see him when he’s in the Wraith World.Įveryone who plays Shadow of Mordor wants to kill thousands of Uruks, but let’s face it, until they upgrade Talion’s Abilities and Weapons, taking on a small band of creatures will likely get him killed. It does not make Talion invisible, however. Doing this reveals enemy (through walls and rocks) and even collectible locations. For now, take full advantage of your supernatural companion by pressing L1 to enter the Wraith World. Who is this strange ghost tagging along with Talion on his journey? You’ll learn his identity in time. This often results in the targeted enemy’s death.Įnter the Wraith World as much as possible

Press Circle near a stunned enemy to top off Talion’s Elf-shot. How to recharge Elf-shot in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Hitting an Uruk in the body will slow it down, but as with most video games, go for the head! When ready, release R2 and Talion will fire the arrow. Providing you have arrows available, continue holding L2 and now press and hold R2 to help line up your shot. Press and hold L2 to gain access to Elf-shot. Talion will immediately focus his attention on this foe, allowing you to score some hits before the next Uruk attempts to get the jump on him.įail to press Triangle or Y and you’re dead, simple as that. Quickly press the corresponding button to parry. When one is about to attack, Triangle or Y will appear over this enemy. Mashing the attack button (Square or X depending on the platform) is the best way to take down your average Uruk, but you’ll eventually get surrounded by several foes at once. Triangle (PS4/PS3) and Y (Xbox One/Xbox 360) are invaluableĬombat is inevitable in Middle-earth, no matter how stealthy a player you are.

Most importantly, you can set waypoints to objects or missions of interest. You’ll see icons representing a variety of useful things, from Forge Towers (more on that later) to available missions and collectibles. Pressing the touch pad on the PS4 controller brings up the world map, displaying areas you unlocked. Know the world map, and check it frequently In addition to cutting off heads and freeing slaves, you’ll find plenty of side missions and collectibles that help transform the game’s hero into a more efficient warrior, but don’t run head first into the thick of combat without keeping these Shadow of Mordor beginner’s tips in mind. WB Games transports you to the dangerous valley of Udun in the gore-filled Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, an open world adventure in which you play a resurrected Ranger named Talion, who sets off on a blood-covered revenge tour through the vicious Uruks think orcs, but bigger and meaner. For more, check out Prima's Advanced tips and best Shadow of Mordor Abilities.
