| 12. Crooked Cop Execution______________________________________________[__] |
13. Disarmed___________________________________________________________[__] |
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| 15. Drowning Execution_________________________________________________[__] |
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| 16. Electrocution Execution____________________________________________[__] |
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| 17. Faceoff Execution__________________________________________________[__] |
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| 18. Foot in Mouth Execution____________________________________________[__] |
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| 19. Gut Shot Execution_________________________________________________[__] |
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| 20. Hard Head Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 21. Hats Off Execution_________________________________________________[__] |
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| 22. Head Strong Execution______________________________________________[__] |
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| 23. How’s Your Leg Execution___________________________________________[__] |
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| 24. Kneecapped_________________________________________________________[__] |
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| 25. Last Gasp Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 26. Look at Me Execution_______________________________________________[__] |
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| 27. Magnum Execution___________________________________________________[__] |
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| 28. Melee Weapon Execution_____________________________________________[__] |
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| 29. Neck Boned Execution_______________________________________________[__] |
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| 30. Neck Kink Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 31. Neck Snap Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 32. Over Cooked Execution______________________________________________[__] |
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| 33. Pipe Down Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 34. Pistol Execution___________________________________________________[__] |
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| 35. Pistol Whip Execution______________________________________________[__] |
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| 36. Protect Ya Neck Execution__________________________________________[__] |
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| 37. Revolver Execution_________________________________________________[__] |
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| 38. Riddled with Lead Execution________________________________________[__] |
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| 39. Road Rage Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 40. Shotgun Execution__________________________________________________[__] |
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| 41. Sicilian Candle Execution__________________________________________[__] |
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| 42. Silent Assassin Execution__________________________________________[__] |
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| 43. Stained Glass Execution____________________________________________[__] |
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| 44. Sure Shot Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 45. Taste My Chamber Execution_________________________________________[__] |
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| 46. Tommy Gun Execution________________________________________________[__] |
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| 47. Traffic Accident Execution_________________________________________[__] |
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| 48. Wallpapered Execution______________________________________________[__] |
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| 49. Watch Your Step Execution__________________________________________[__] |
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| 50. Wrenched Execution_________________________________________________[__] |
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| 51. You’re Out Execution_______________________________________________[__] |
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This small explanation really belongs in the FAQ section, but it just seems too
important to relegate to a place where it could be easily overlooked (even
though it’s just as easily missed here...). Anyway, the point here is that some
of the execution styles that are present in all versions of the game, but not
identical on each platform (marked with double asterisks in the platform
directory) create immense confusion. People on message boards and elsewhere on
the internet argue with conviction that some style MUST be done a certain way.
While they are correct for their own version of the game, someone reading their
explanation may steered completely in the wrong direction. In this section, I
will address all of the execution styles that may create confusion because of
platform differences. Confusion merely from needing a good strategy to perform
the execution can be remedied by simply going to the entry for the style in
question.
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PC/PS2/Xbox Versions PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 Versions
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-> Barehanded Kneeling Execution
Blackhand Grapple Execution ------------> -> Barehanded Standing Execution
-> Blackhand Grapple Execution
The default Blackhand Grapple Execution (killing a target while grappling)
remains the same across all platforms. However, in the PC/PS2/Xbox versions of
the game, you can also get this execution style by using the execution
trigger on a standing or kneeling enemy. In the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 versions,
doing so will instead net you the Barehanded Standing or Barehanded Kneeling
Execution, respectively.
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-> Faceoff Execution
Faceoff Execution ---------------------->
-> Riddled With Lead Execution
In the PC/PS2/Xbox versions, "Faceoff" is achieved by using the execution
trigger on a kneeling enemy while holding a large weapon (shotgun or Tommy
gun). For the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 versions, this execution style is simply split
into two, one for each weapon. Performing this execution with a shotgun
retains the name "Faceoff," while using a Tommy gun becomes "Riddled With
Lead."
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-> Magnum Execution
-> Pistol Execution
Firearm Execution ----------------------> -> Revolver Execution
-> Shotgun Execution
-> Tommy Gun Execution
This one isn’t actually that confusing, but it’s worth noting anyway. In the
PC/PS2/Xbox version, killing an enemy with any firearm (normally, without an
execution trigger), yields you the Firearm Execution. For the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360
versions, the firearm execution is replaced by five new styles, one for each
weapon. These are still basic (non-triggered) kills. The only confusion arises
from the pistol execution, which is not at all the same between versions.
Scroll down to the relevant section to see what I’m talking about.
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-> Chin Up Execution
-> Clavicle Crush Execution
-> Crooked Cop Execution
-> Double Play Execution
-> How’s Your Leg Execution
-> Melee Weapon Execution
Grand Slam Execution -------------------> -> Neck Boned Execution
-> Neck Kink Execution
-> Pipe Down Execution
-> Protect Ya Neck Execution
-> Sicilian Candle Execution
-> Wrenched Execution
-> You’re Out Exectuion
The PC/PS2/Xbox version has only a single execution style dedicated to melee
weapons. If you kill someone with a baseball bat, whether normally, triggered
standing, or triggered kneeling, you are awarded the Grand Slam Execution. In
the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 versions, this has been directly replaced by the Melee
Weapon Execution (kill an enemy with a melee weapon). However, the Melee Weapon
Execution must be UNTRIGGERED. The other 12 execution styles listed above are
all various combinations of melee weapons and triggers. For example, use the
execution trigger on a kneeling enemy while holding a tire iron (Neck Boned
Execution).
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-> Head Strong Execution
Gut Shot Execution --------------------->
-> Gut Shot Execution
This bit of possible confusion is almost perfectly analogous to the issue with
the Faceoff Execution. Here, the PC/PS2/Xbox’s "Gut Shot" requires use of an
execution trigger on a standing enemy while holding a large weapon (shogun or
Tommy gun). For the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 version, a separate style exists for
both of these weapons. The one using a shotgun retains the name "Gut Shot,"
and use of a Tommy gun nets you a "Head Strong Execution."
Also note that neither of these "Gut Shot" Executions involve shooting an
enemy’s gut pressure point. This is somewhat counterintuitive given other
styles like "Disarmed" and "Kneecapped."
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-> Foot in Mouth Execution
Hats Off Execution ---------------------> -> Hats Off Execution
-> Look at Me Execution
The PC/PS2/Xbox version’s "Hats Off" requires the use of an execution trigger
on a kneeling enemy while holding a handgun (magnum, pistol, revolver). Just
like the Faceoff and Gut Shot Executions, the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 version simply
splits this up into three separate styles, one for each weapon. Using a magnum
gives you the execution "Foot in Mouth." The kneeling, triggered pistol
execution remains "Hats Off" and a revolver will get you the "Look at Me
Execution."
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-> Back of the Head Execution
Pistol Execution -----------------------> -> Between the Eyes Execution
-> Taste My Chamber Execution
Pistol Execution (PC/PS2/Xbox) =/= Pistol Execution (PS3/Wii/Xbox 360)
This is just like the issue with "Hats Off." The PC/PS2/Xbox version has a
single execution style for using a trigger on a standing enemy while holding a
handgun. In the PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 version, they made three separate ones, one
for each weapon. However, it’s not that simple. Unlike "Faceoff," "Gut Shot,"
or "Hats Off," "Pistol Execution" does not retain its meaning at all. None of
the three PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 version executions are called "Pistol Execution."
Instead, "Pistol Execution" is awarded for simply killing an enemy (non-
triggered) with the pistol. See "Firearm Execution" above to see what I’m
talking about. Here are some more clarifying descriptions:
Pistol Execution (PS3/Wii/Xbox 360): Kill an enemy using the pistol (normally,
without an execution trigger).
Pistol Execution (PC/PS2/Xbox): Use the execution trigger on a standing enemy
while holding a handgun (magnum, pistol or revolver).
Back of the Head Execution (PS3/Wii/Xbox 360): Use the execution trigger on a
standing enemy while holding a pistol.
Between the Eyes Execution (PS3/Wii/Xbox 360): Use the execution trigger on a
standing enemy while holding a revolver.
Taste My Chamber Execution (PS3/Wii/Xbox 360): Use the execution trigger on a
standing enemy while holding a magnum.
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Many of these questions are not attributed to a specific author, since they’ve
been asked by a number of people on the message boards, or because I made them
up myself. So without further ado, the questions:
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Q: Why am I not getting "credit" for doing this execution? I’m doing it exactly
like you said to.
A: This is one of the most important things that many people don’t seem to
know. EXECUTIONS ONLY COUNT IF THEY ARE PERFORMED ON ENEMY GANGSTERS. Using
these styles on civilians, police officers, or anyone else DOES NOT COUNT. I’ve
gotten a few to register when used on bank security officers, but this may just
be a glitch. While you can practice on civilians (you might want to bribe the
cops first), always use enemy gangsters when attempting to get (register) a new
execution style. Note that the Xbox 360 (and I assume the PS3 and Wii) version
of the game also keep track of your executions on civilians and cops. Do not be
misled, however, as the fact remains that only executions on enemies "count."
Note (thanks to Rob Owens): Doctors from the numerous clinics scattered around
New York may also count for executions.
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Q: I’ve already become Don or Don of NYC. I’ve already taken over all
businesses, warehouses and hubs, and destroyed all family compounds. There are
no more gangsters for me to kill. How to I get the last remaining execution
style(s) I’m missing?
A: Even if you’ve taken over all of New York, you should still be able to find
gangsters in a few places. Although you may own everything in the city,
gangsters still can appear in pre-scripted "ambushes." Normally, you’d want to
avoid ambushes, but in this case, you’ll be seeking them out. For a list of all
ambushes I’d suggest you check out the official strategy guide, or KS Yeung’s
Random Encounters FAQ.
Find it here: http://www.gamefaqs.com/console/xbox/file/920131/43442
Here are a few tips for ambushes:
1. Always work at night - the percentage chance of an ambush
is usually higher (sometimes the same) at night than in
the daytime. Unlike during normal play, you WANT to be
ambushed.
2. Seek out black market merchants. Many ambushes occur
after purchasing weapons or ammunition from black market
merchants. You’ll often hear a "You were followed!", and
suddenly be assaulted by numerous gangsters.
3. Choose the ambush based on the execution style(s) you
need to complete. For example, if you still need to get
Over Cooked Execution, try to find an ambush that will be
close to a bakery.
4. Use the last gangster of the ambush - unless you have a
very easy execution style remaining, you should only
attempt the execution on the last remaining gangster, so
as not to be interfered with by others.
5. Avoid family members and family fights - Although family
fights do allow for an ambush with enemy gangsters, it
means that you’ll be fighting alongside Corleones. Again,
though you’d normally want this, in this case, you really
need to be left alone. This is especially true if you’re
attempting a difficult and/or engrossing execution style
(e.g. Traffic Accident Execution). Nearby Corleone
gangsters will try to "aid" you by shooting at your
target; not at all what you want. As such, try to take
"ambushes" instead of "family fights" if you can, and
move your gangster targets out of range of nearby
Corleones. The difficulty of this may increase
dramatically with certain styles, such as Over Cooked
Execution, that require you to be in a business (with an
oven).
6. Know your execution style - practice on civilians, cops,
or whoever you can, before hand. If you don’t have your
style down cold before you attempt it "for real," you
might end up blowing your one good opportunity.
Take those notes into consideration when you’re planning your own ambush (it
seems pretty strange, doesn’t it).
Note (thanks to ANIK): You can also hijack cars to find enemy gangsters.
Although the probability is low, every once in a while, you pull an enemy from
the car, rather than a random civilian. While this may be difficult to use if
you have a very engrossing execution style left, it certainly can’t hurt.
While I haven’t confirmed it completely, I know that you can get some (perhaps
all) of the execution styles to count by using them on bank security guards.
This is simply another alternative that you can try if you have no more
gangsters to "use."
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Q: Why should I care about doing these executions? What’s in it for me?
A: Execution styles are one aspect of the game’s "collectables." If you’re
seeking a 100% game rating, you need to get all of them. Even if you’re only
going for the minimum required to get Don of NYC, they could serve as the
small percentage boost you need. Additionally, doing some of these special
execution styles gets you a greater amount of respect than from killing a
gangster through normal means. Perhaps most important, especially if you
complete them all early on in the game, is the reward you receive if you get
all the styles. As soon as you complete the last execution style, the screen
will fade to black, giving you a screen much like a post-mission report. You
will receive:
100,000 Respect This alone is enough to get you from level 1-13
$150,000 Especially if you get this early on in the
game, (and even later on for many players),
$150,000 is quite a bit of money. It can help
you save up for that upgraded weapon or Midtown
safehouse that you’ve got your eye on.
For the Xbox 360 version, there are also two achievements directly related to
executions:
Assassin (10G) - Earn 5 Execution styles
Executioner (40G) - Complete ALL Execution Styles
Furthermore, the added respect and money from completing these executions can
help you towards reaching many of the other achievements, such as:
First Sign of Respect (5G) - Reach Respect Level 10
Gaining Respect (10G) - Reach Respect Level 20
Making an Impression (15G) - Reach Respect Level 30
Demanding Respect (20G) - Reach Respect Level 40
Jack of All Trades (25G) - Reach Respect Level 45
Public Enemy Number One (50G) - Reach Respect Level 50
The Don (25G) - Reach Don Rank
Don of NYC (50G) - Reach Don of NYC Rank
That’s a total of 250 gamerpoints that execution styles can help you acquire.
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Q: Other than when they flash on the screen the first time I do them, how do I
see my executions? Is there a list that keeps track of them somewhere?
A: Yes. Pause the game and go to Tom’s Report. Go to the Rap Sheet tab. From
the list, select the executions sub-menu. Here, you will see a list of all the
executions. The ones you’ve already completed will have a checkmark next to
them.
In the Xbox 360 version (and I assume the PS3 and Wii versions as well), you
can also see the number of times you’ve completed each execution style on
enemies, cops and innocents. Do not be confused by this information, though, as
only executions performed on enemies "count" (see the first FAQ question).
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Q: Can I get more than one execution style from a single kill?
A: No. For example, let’s say that you have not yet achieved either "Revolver
Execution" or "Sure Shot Execution." If you kill an enemy with a single shot,
you will most likely be awarded "Sure Shot," but not get "Revolver." The same
applies with triggered executions. If you want the basic form of an execution,
it has to not only be untriggered, but also be free from another execution that
may override it.
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Q: I have The Godfather on a PS2/PS3/Wii/Xbox/Xbox 360. How do I strangle
someone? How do I execute (trigger)?
A: I’ve gotten a ridiculous number of e-mails from people essentially asking
for the controls to their game. Most of these are obvious questions easily
answerable by looking at the instruction manual or online. However, some
controls are a little less clearly explained. The two most common control
questions are the strangle and the execution trigger.
Strangle:
PC - X key while grappling (LMB + RMB)
PS2 - L3 + R3 while grappling (L1 + R1)
PS3 - L3 + R3 while grappling (L1 + R1)
Wii - Move both controllers away from each other, then back together
while grappling (Z + B)
Xbox - LS + RS (click) while grappling (LT + RT)
Xbox 360 - LS + RS (click) while grappling (LT + RT)
Execution Trigger:
PC - V key
PS2 - R2
PS3 - R2
Wii - Various motions, as indicated onscreen
Xbox - Black Button
Xbox 360 - RB
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Q: I read in someone else’s guide that ________ execution is done a different
way than what you said. Who’s correct?
A: I too have read information in other people’s guides that I’m pretty sure is
incorrect. I have the PC version and have played through the Xbox 360 version,
so I can vouch for the validity of their respective data. The Wii (and
Wii-only) executions are the only ones that I can’t make many guarantees about.
Still, the majority of this confusion probably stems from some of the
executions that exist in all versions of the game, but are not performed the
same. For example, the Blackhand Grapple, Faceoff, Gut Shot and Pistol
Executions. If you are at all uncertain about these platform differences,
please take a look at the section of this guide entitled, "Matters of Immense
Confusion." Aside from the console differences, other common inaccuracies
include:
Grand Slam Execution (PC/PS2/Xbox only): Many other guides claim that you must
use an execution trigger and the baseball bat to get this style. I have found
(and tested) that you just have to kill a gangster with a baseball bat. You do
not have to use the trigger. However, you do "get credit" for the execution if
you choose to use the trigger. It’s up to you.
Hard Head Execution: Contrary to what I’ve read in one post (I can’t remember
where), Hard Head Execution does NOT use an execute trigger.
Firearm Execution (PC/PS2/Xbox only): I read somewhere that you needed to use a
large (two-handed) firearm for this one. That’s incorrect. Any sized firearm
will do the trick.
Many of the triggered melee executions (PS3/Wii/Xbox 360 only) are listed on
one site as being triggered-standing and elsewhere as triggered-kneeling, or
even with both triggers as standing. While I suppose different versions of the
game could have flipped this around, it seems more likely that it’s simply a
typo. I’m fairly confident that all my standing/kneeling classifications are
correct. Still, if you’re unsure or I seem to be mistaken, just try both.
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Q: Many of the executions say that I have to throw someone at, into, or through
something. How do I do this?
A: You can throw someone two different ways: A side toss, or a push directly
forwards.
To do the side toss:
1. Grab a gangster (left and right mouse buttons together)
2. Spin them left or right (while holding down buttons, drag mouse to the
left or right)
3. While spinning them (while in motion), release both buttons
To do the push toss:
1. Grab a gangster
2. Push them forwards (hold (don’t just tap) fowards (W))
3. While in motion, release both mouse buttons.
Sorry, but I don’t know the equivalent controls for the console versions. The
game’s first mission should explain the dynamics of the combat system and my
descriptions simply provide more specific detail as to what you need to do for
many of these executions.
Although each of these toss styles have their uses, the most effective method
for executions like "Over Cooked," "Stained Glass" and "Watch Your Step" is to
push the enemy up against the surface/object, then press forward (or up on the
right stick) again to throw them over.
If you have to use a toss/throw, I’d recommend the push toss for most execution
styles. Using that style, the enemy goes directly in front of you, rather than
off to the side at an angle (if you had used a side toss). For executions such
as "Over Cooked" and "Traffic Accident," I’d use the push toss. For "Stained
Glass" and "Watch Your Step," either will do just fine.
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Q: When you say that the Revolver, Pistol, Magnum, Shotgun, or Tommy Gun is
required, can I use the upgraded versions?
A: Yes. Although the upgraded versions of each weapon do more damage, have a
larger clip, or are better in some other way, the game treats them the same as
far as executions go. You can just as well use a Saturday Night Special as you
can use the base level 1 revolver.
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Q: What’s an execution trigger? How does it work?
A: Execution triggers are key to performing a great number of the execution
styles covered in this guide. Furthermore, they are valuable tools in quickly
and efficiently dispatching your foes. Essentially, when you hurt an enemy
significantly, causing him to stumble/recoil, you have an opportunity to
execute him with a single press of a button (since the command IS actually a
button on many of the platforms, "trigger" may be a bit of a confusing
misnomer). If they are in this recoiling state and you are nearby (within arm’s
length), press the "execute" button (see a few questions up if you are unsure
of what the button is for your version of the game). The execution you perform
is determined by what weapon (or lack thereof) you have in your hands and by
whether your enemy is standing or kneeling.
Some pieces of advice about these factors: If you need to get an execution
style with a certain weapon, your best bet is to try to use that same weapon to
stun the enemy into the "executable" state. Although you can sometimes get away
with using a different weapon to stun them, then switching to your desired
weapon for the execution, this is not ideal. In general, it’s far easier to
stick with the same weapon for all parts of the kill.
Secondly, be aware of what differentiates a "standing" versus "kneeling" enemy.
Repeated shots to the upper torso will usually stun an enemy into "standing."
If that enemy is crouching (usually behind cover) and he is hit, he may go into
the "kneeling" stun instead. To make a standing enemy kneel to be executed,
your best bet is to attempt to kneecap them or simply focus your fire towards
their lower torso. Also note that if a standing enemy is in the process of
falling to his knees, if you are quick, you can kill him with a standing
execution if you hit the trigger before his knees hit the ground.
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Q: When should I be doing these executions? What is the ideal time to be
finished with half of them? With all of them?
A: Although you can really do these executions at any time, I’d say the earlier
the better. Most importantly, don’t leave them until the VERY end of the game.
Although you can get them after becoming Don, it will be very difficult, as you
will have to search far and wide for enemy gangsters. It really isn’t that hard
to get most, if not all of the executions out of the way very early on. In the
first period the game gives you between story missions (right after basic
training), you can actually get most of these executions complete. You may hold
out a little longer on Over Cooked Execution, Watch Your Step Execution and
Traffic Accident Execution, but most of the rest you can get done quite early
on.
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Q: What’s the most difficult execution style?
A: Under normal circumstances, as you’re progressing through the game, I would
say that the Traffic Accident Execution is, hands down, the most difficult
style to achieve. If you reach the rank of Don or Don of NYC and are still
missing execution styles, every execution you don’t have is dramatically harder
to get. At this point, Traffic Accident becomes even more challenging to pull
off, but actually is surpassed in difficulty by certain other styles. Most
notably, Over Cooked Execution and Watch Your Step Execution both require
environmental items (an oven and 2+ story ledge, respectively) that are very
far away from any of the few places enemies still remain once you’ve taken over
New York.
If you have reached this rank and are missing "Traffic Accident," you will have
a very difficult time. If you’re missing "Over Cooked" or "Watch Your Step,"
your challenge will be downright impossible. You can spend hours trying to get
those styles, but unless you know some secret method, you get very lucky, or
you have a save game before you became the Don, you might very well be screwed.
I’m afraid the game was just poorly designed in this area.
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Q: How do I do _________ execution style?
A: Come on, the entire first section of this guide is all about how to do each
one. Just read it. Seriously though, if you still can’t understand how to do a
specific execution, or you feel as though it hasn’t been thoroughly explained
in this guide, feel free to send me an e-mail outlining your problem.
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Q: Help! I can’t get out of cars and my mouse’s X-axis is inverted. How do I
fix this?
A: Both of these are side-effects of using a flawed "crack" version of the
game. In other words, you pirated the game.
Go out and buy the retail version. I don’t care what country you live in
or how much money you make, piracy is immoral, illegal, and selfish. Even if
you don’t care about the fact that you’re stealing from someone, if you bother
to think ahead, you’ll see the ramifications of piracy. Let me elaborate:
When you steal something (piracy is stealing, plain and simple), that is one
less copy of the product that is sold by a retailer. As a result, you create
sales data that suggests to the retailer (and thus publisher) that the product
is not in as much demand as it may actually be. While in the short-term, this
may simply mean fewer copies of the product at retailers, in the future, the
publisher will use your data to decide that your product is not selling well
enough to continue funding it. Deciding it is a poor investment, the publishers
will be far less likely to support other products by the developers, artists,
creators, etc. and cut their funding. When this happens, remember that YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE for this downfall, since you stole a copy of the product.
Stealing is stealing, regardless of context. Just because you aren’t physically
taking someone’s possessions, just because you can’t see the face of your
victim, just because "one time won’t hurt anyone" does not mean you aren’t
stealing. Whether it’s smuggling a CD under your jacket or clicking your mouse,
YOU ARE STEALING. Anonymity does not exonerate your behavior. If anything, it
merely emphasizes your cowardice.
I apologize for my rather unprovoked rant, but piracy is a major problem that
poses great economic risk by threatening to undermine some of the largest
business in entertainment.
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Q: Why did you write this guide?
A: I thought I answered this in the introduction....
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- Contributions and Contact -
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Although this guide is large, filled with information, and fairly conclusive,
it is not perfect. You’ve probably figured out that I like to be complete
in my analysis of whatever I’m writing about. Meaningful and useful
contributions are welcome. Said (acceptable) contributions are as follows:
-Specific questions about a certain execution style or general questions about
the styles as a whole
-Anything that you think deserves to be in the FAQ section
-Pointed out game-information errors (general errors or typos of mine about
the game)
-Version differences regarding execution styles. This is very important, and
any contributions of this type would be immensely appreciated. I do not need,
however, someone telling me that their PS2 version has different controls from
the Xbox 360 one. I only am concerned with differences in the styles
themselves.
-Reader-submitted tips for completing a specific execution style. If you have a
strategy or technique different from my methods, feel free to submit it.
-Pointed out grammatical, spelling, or line formatting errors, or typos
-Something that has been requested as a contribution in the guide
-Anything else that you think would be a useful addition to this guide. Please
use good judgment when deciding if your contribution is "useful."
In addition, questions about anything in the guide, or anything else that
either wasn’t clear, or wasn’t addressed at all, are welcome. However,
there are some questions that I cannot or will not answer:
I WILL NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS REGARDING TECHNICAL ISSUES, such as why The
Godfather isn’t running on your computer, or why the game freezes at a certain
point.
I WILL NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS REGARDING MODs, or anything that alters the game
script, other than a patch. If you have questions like these, I’d suggest
writing to the mod’s designer or creator.
I WILL NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS REGARDING HACKS, CRACKS, WAREZ, or any other type
of illegal pirating or emulating activities. If you refuse to take heed on
this issue, and do e-mail me a question regarding this, I will not hesitate to
report you to any number of anti-piracy organizations.
When composing your e-mail, be thoughtful and courteous. I’m not expecting you
to write a literary masterpiece, but some consideration and thought into what
you’re writing would be appreciated. Here are some do’s and don’ts:
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- DO -
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-Put "Godfather" or "The Godfather" somewhere in the subject line
-Write in English and attempt to employ reasonably decent spelling, grammar,
punctuation, etc. I can appreciate if English is not your first language. Just
try to explain your situation as best you can and I will do my best to
understand.
-Describe your suggestion, question, submission, (etc.) carefully and clearly.
If I don’t understand what you’re saying, then it’s unlikely that I will print
it in this guide.
-Read the FAQ first, and make sure that your question hasn’t already been
answered in one of those questions.
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- DON’T -
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-Write in a deliberately counterproductive manner, such as by using all caps,
terrible spelling, terrible grammar, languages other than English, excessive
profanity, rudeness, writing in code, writing in 1337, etc.
-Send spam, hate mail, or anything that’s belligerent and/or utterly irrelevant
to The Godfather
-Add me to your address book, buddy list, or any other form of contact/mailing
list.
-Attach a relevant screenshot as an attachment. If you need to show me a
picture as evidence or for whatever reason, use a free image hosting
website such as www.imageshack.us or www.geocities.com or
http://photobucket.com
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Assuming your contribution is thoughtful and relevant, it will be added to the
guide as soon as possible. You will be given complete recognition as to the
contribution, unless you state in your e-mail that you want anonymity. With a
few exceptions, your e-mail will remain mostly unaltered from the way it was
sent, so be aware that what you write will probably end up in this guide
almost exactly how you wrote it. However, I have the authority to change or
alter what you wrote, though I will only do this for clarification or
censorship purposes, and I will never claim credit for what someone else did.
If you’d like to contact me, send an email to this address. Replace the "[at]"
with an "@" and the "[dot]" with a "." (remove all quotation marks). This is
to avoid automatic spam bots and similar programs.
aapmcm2 [at] yahoo [dot] com
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- Revision/Update History -
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Version 1.0 - 4/17/06 - This is the first version of this guide. As the subject
matter it covers is relatively narrow and specific, I don’t expect there to be
more than a few more versions. So far, I’ve created detailed analyses of each
of the 22 execution styles, a few questions for the FAQ, and the other sections
that are required to make this a functional guide (Legal, Contributions and
Contact, etc.).
Version 1.1 - 4/18/06 - This is a relatively small update. I’ve added a note
about the Mafia Union and fixed a few errors here and there. Also, I added the
entry for "Data Table" into the table of contents (I had somehow left it out
before).
Version 1.2 - 4/19/06 - This is an even smaller update. I’ve added a few
additional websites to the legal hosts list, and I’ve also updated the Mafia
Union members list. Other than that and a few assorted corrections throughout
the guide, nothing’s really changed.
Version 1.3 - 4/27/06 - A relatively...well...medium update. The FAQ section
has been enlarged, and I’ve added an extensive table to help out Don of NYC’s
who have no more gangsters to kill. I’ve also added new Mafia Union members and
more legal hosts for this guide.
Version 1.4 - 7/10/06 - It’s been quite a while since an update. In this
version, I read, answered, and added the information from approximately 30 e-
mails regarding this guide. I also added dlh.net as a legal host. No other
major updates at this time.
Version 1.5 - 8/24/07 - This is a major, major, MAJOR update. First and
foremost, I’ve added all the information for the 25 additional execution styles
found in the PS3/Xbox 360 versions and the 29 extra ones for the Wii. Along
with this, I added a "platform" section to each execution style and a table
summarizing all this information. Secondly, I’ve completely redone the look of
the information about each style by using a new format. I removed the
"missions" and "difficulty" entry for each execution, as they both seemed
unnecessary and poorly developed. I recapped all the guide’s information into
multiple data tables and checklists. Also, for ease of use, I put all the
execution styles in alphabetical order, instead of the way the game orders
them. Other than that, there are normal updates and revisions such as the
copyright, fixing small typos, etc.
Version 1.6 - 3/24/08 - Very minor update. One allowed host added. Copyright
and similar information updated. Not much else.
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- Coming Soon -
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Note:
This is most likely the final version of this guide (excluding minor updates).
However, if significant content changes are made, they will most likely be in
these areas:
-More information on each execution style
-More Reader submitted tips and alternate strategies for how to get
certain execution styles
-More questions and answers for the FAQ
-A variety of additional information (other stuff)
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- Credits -
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Thank you to all of these people/companies/websites:
Electronic Arts (EA) for developing The Godfather
Electronic Arts (EA) for publishing The Godfather
GameFAQs for hosting my guide, their wealth of information, boards, etc., and
their community reviews
The other authors of GameFAQs’ Godfather guides, for giving me inspiration,
good ideas, and letting me see what I was up against (friendly competition):
crapu_zz, Seung2, stuntman_hy, YuGiOhFm2002, YuGiOhAngel
Gamespot for hosting my guide, their wealth of information, boards, etc. and
for their official and community reviews
The Gamespot Mafia Union and all its members, for giving me additional
information regarding the game, as well as general discussions about Mafia and
The Godfather:
(leader) Bloviator (hey, myself)
(officers) appaloosa582002, ciro_xyz, darussell1958, Foggeda_Bout_It,
sudantha8527, TG4
(recruits) 2-red, advracer, alexdt, andoZo, artson1966, Banned_Account,
believa, Bentheidiot91, BloodMan111, Buz_5, CallumP,
captobviousX, casshern1991, Corleone4life, cowbarG, crazyczech,
creepydude, Cye060, dabouncer420, darkaider, Dazooz, dcoop229,
deux_ex_2000, Devilslayer76, dipoh91, DoctorAnus, Dope999, dubc1,
Enviru, Esperados, fgatto, F_equals_ma, gbird991, general-s,
gustavogordo, hayabusa_45, ivand111, Ivo_FCP_77, JereStarsJ,
JeStar209, jhunte99, JimMorrison946, JohnUddo, leeyaawn, Mardike,
mattydienhoff, maulica, METAL619, mkblizzard, Mr. Wiggles0,
Muxtar, OneEarth, PainKiller_25, Pawliuz, pgagolfer49,
PS2Champ29, realaddmantis, ryry92, Slayer_56, Stg_Taylor,
stoneofshadow11, the_godfather_1, Tonymontana45, TripleOnline,
t_stormie, wemhim, wolfrazor, xXIceManXx, ynoorb, ZJB7, _xyzman_
Greg Mueller for his Gamespot review
http://www.gamerstemple.com for hosting my guide
http://www.supercheats.com for hosting my guide
http://www.cheatchannel.com for hosting my guide
http://www.cheatbook.de for hosting my guide
http://dlh.net for hosting my guide
Ciro_xyz for allowing me to take his place as the leader of the Gamespot Mafia
Union.
Nathan Adney, Josh Allen, ANIK, Lloyd Blackmore, djholland, The_Gambinos,
Gregg, GregK, Kollin Grimm, Joshua Grosvenor, Alex Hillary, Chris Kinster, The
KrazyGamerHead, Luke Martin, nobody important, Rob Owens, Maddy Roth, Steve
Tash, Jackson Teagle, Stavros Tsitiridis and Zukkus for their questions or
input on execution styles in The Godfather.
You, the reader, for bothering to read through all this bloviation
Without trying to be too arrogant, myself, for writing this guide
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- Random Statistics -
_____________________
(of this guide)
_________________________________________________________
/ / /
// Game: The Godfather: The Game / //
/// Platform(s): PC, PS2, PS3, Wii, Xbox, Xbox 360 / ///
//// Author: Bloviator / ////
///// Contact: aapmcm2 (at) yahoo (dot)com / /////
////// Guide Type: Execution Styles Guide / //////
/////// Guide version: 1.6 / ///////
////////\ Guide started on: 4/14/06 / ////////\
/////////\ Guide last updated on: 3/24/08 / /////////\
\///////// / Total number of versions: 7 \/////////
\//////// / Word Count: 35,306 \////////
/////// / Character Count (w/o spaces): 208,037 ///////
////// / Character Count (w/ spaces): 349,723 //////
///// / Lines: 5,320 /////
//// / Pages: 92 ////
/// / Paragraphs: 4,797 ///
// / Guide Size: 360,363 bytes = Approx. 352 KB //
/ /_______________________________________________________ /
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_____________________________
- Other Works By The Author -
_____________________________
You can view my contributions page at this site:
http://www.gamefaqs.com/features/recognition/54859.html
Currently, my works are as follows:
Mafia (PC) - General FAQ/Walkthrough - 707kb -
http://www.gamefaqs.com/computer/doswin/file/371671/37141
The Godfather (PC) - Execution Styles Guide - 352kb -
http://www.gamefaqs.com/computer/doswin/file/565101/42454
America’s Army (PC) - Training Guide - 105kb -
http://www.gamefaqs.com/computer/doswin/file/561551/45333
Deus Ex (PC) - Review - 11kb -
http://www.gamefaqs.com/computer/doswin/review/R91398.html
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_____________________
- Closing Statement -
_____________________
Thanks for reading my guide. I hope it was as fun and informative for you as
it was for me. Regardless of what you learned or found, I’m pleased that you
took the time to take a look at my guide. Maybe you learned something. Maybe
you didn’t. All I was trying to do while writing this, was get a half-decent
guide out there that would help someone else enjoy this game as much as I
have.
Until next time,
-Bloviator
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Copyright (C) 2006-2008 by Harold Palms
This walkthrough reposted to TheGameReviews.com with permission of the author.
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