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High on Life - How to Deflect
In High on Life, your melee weapon Knifey has the ability to deflect certain projectiles. Read on to find out how to deflect and protect yourself!

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How to Deflect

Obtain Knifey During 9-Torg Bounty

High on Life - 9-Torg Bounty Contract

You can obtain Knifey early in the game during the 9-Torg bounty. As you make your way to your bounty, you will find Knifey inside the laundromat just before the 9-Torg encounter.

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Use Knifey to Deflect Projectiles

Action Xbox PC
Melee XBOX - Right Stick Press F

Press the Melee button to deflect a projectile back to the enemy just before it hits you.

Take note that not all projectiles can be deflected. You can only deflect the bigger projectiles like certain attacks that come from bosses and Gus' Disc Shot.

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