For as long as I can remember, and I’m getting quite old, the Call of Duty series always includes a melee attack mechanic for when you must close the distance. This year’s iteration proves no different, though some players find that pulling out the knife for a melee attack in Black Ops 6 is rather cumbersome. It’s not immediately apparent, so we’re here to help!
How to Pull Out the Knife in Black Ops 6
To pull out your knife in Black Ops 6, press and hold “V” on your keyboard or “R3/RS” on a controller using the default control scheme or “B/Circle” on the tactical control scheme. Every player in the game starts with a knife; it’s part of the basic loadout of every “class” in the game, and when you finally unlock the ability to equip a custom loadout, you’ll fill the melee slot with one of your unlocked melee weapons. It’s a requirement.
Related: How to Customize Your HUD in Black Ops 6
How to Quick Attack Melee
Alternatively, if you’d like to perform a quick melee attack using your currently equipped weapon, tap “V” on the keyboard or “R3/RS” on your controller. If you use the tactical control scheme, the quick melee button swaps to “B/Circle” on your controller.
This quick attack is helpful in a pinch for when you’re running low on ammunition or completely out and don’t have time to reload before an encroaching enemy turns the corner. It’s also fun to challenge yourself to acquire a certain number of quick melee kills in a round!
Melee Tips and Tricks
- If you intend to play a round with your dedicated melee weapon drawn, remain moving. If you slow down or come to a stop, there’s no chance of winning a fight against a gun-toting opponent. They won’t hesitate to fire; there’s no honor in Call of Duty competitive lobbies!
- Don’t be afraid to practice and ruin your K/D!
- Keep your finger on the quick melee attack to swipe at close-quarters enemies as they come around corners, sneaking up behind a foe, or dropping down from above!
Are you enjoying the Black Ops 6 beta? We’re having a fun time in the FPS, despite the occasional cheater ruining the experience!
