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How to Use Critical Hit

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The Critical Hit is a Brave Skill that allows you to deal high damage against a knocked down enemy. Read on to learn how to use this Skill, along with how to unlock it!

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How to Use Critical Hit Skill
Critical Hit Basic Information
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How to Use Critical Hit Skill

Knock Down Machines

To use Critical Strike, you need to knock an enemy machine down first. This can be done why weakening specific parts, using your arrows and Ropecaster, or using a heavy attack with your Spear. After getting knocked down, you can use Critical Hit, which does high damage to an enemy.

Critical Hit Basic Information

Critical Hit

Skill Type	Brave
Description	Press R1 (on PS4) for a high damage attack on downed enemies.
Skill Point Cost	1
Previous Skill	None

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Horizon Zero Dawn Skills

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Prowler Skills

Silent Strike	Hunter Reflexes	Silent Drop
Strike From Above	Balanced Aim	Low Profile
Strike From Below	Strong Strike	Dodge Prowess
Leader Strike	Strong Strike+	Quiet Sprint

Brave Skills

Concentration	Critical Hit	Precision
Heavy Lifter	Critical Hit+	Precision+
Concentration+	Double Shot	Knock Down
Fast Reload	Triple Shot	Fighting Back

Forager Skills

Lure Call	Healer	Gatherer
Combat Override	Herbalist	Scavenger
Combat Override+	Disarm Traps	Ammo Crafter
Call Mount+	Tinker	Scavenger+

Traveler Skills (Frozen Wilds)

Mounted Pickup	Shard Scavenger
Mount Repair	Expert Carver
Machine Repair	Hoarder
Mount Repair+	Dismount Strike

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