Epic Ace Strategies: How to Dominate Your Game and Achieve Victory Every Time

When I first picked up the controller for Epic Ace, I was immediately drawn to the polished gunplay mechanics—the crisp recoil patterns, the satisfying headshot feedback, the way each firearm felt distinct and purposeful. But as I ventured deeper into the game, I encountered its melee system, and that’s where things got messy. Let’s be honest: swinging a sword or axe in Epic Ace often feels less like a skilled duel and more like wildly flailing a pool noodle in a dark room. The directional input seems almost irrelevant at times, and more than once, I’ve mashed the attack button praying my character would actually hit the enemy I was aiming for. It’s a stark contrast to the gunplay, which responds with precision and consistency. In fact, I’d estimate that close to 70% of my early-game deaths occurred during melee encounters—not because the enemies were overwhelmingly tough, but because the swinging mechanic betrayed me at crucial moments.

Over time, though, I realized that dominating Epic Ace isn’t just about avoiding melee—it’s about mastering it, even when the system feels stacked against you. One breakthrough came when I stopped treating melee as a primary engagement tool and started using it as a situational finisher. If an enemy’s health is below roughly 30%, a well-timed melee strike can often secure the elimination without exposing you to prolonged risk. I also noticed that certain melee weapons, like the tactical knife or stun baton, have slightly faster animations and tighter hitboxes. They might not look as impressive as the two-handed warhammer, but in terms of reliability, they’re far superior. I’ve personally switched to carrying a lightweight blade as my secondary, and my survival rate in close quarters has improved by what feels like 40%.

Another strategy I’ve adopted is what I call “stutter-stepping” during melee engagements. Instead of standing still and mashing buttons—which almost guarantees you’ll eat damage—I move erratically: a quick step left, a crouch, a brief backpedal. This isn’t just for show. The game’s enemy AI tends to struggle with tracking fast, lateral movements during melee animations. By incorporating this movement pattern, I’ve managed to reduce incoming melee damage by what I’d guess is around 25%, even when my own attacks don’t always land perfectly. It doesn’t completely fix the clunkiness of the swinging mechanic, but it does mitigate the consequences.

Weapon choice and positioning also play a huge role. I’ve found that engaging in melee near environmental obstacles—like narrow corridors or low walls—can limit how many enemies can approach you at once. In one memorable match on the Ashen Bridge map, I used a choke point to funnel three opponents into a single-file approach. Even with the unreliable melee targeting, I was able to take them down one by one because they couldn’t surround me. Situational awareness isn’t just a nice-to-have in Epic Ace—it’s a necessity, especially when the game’s close-quarters combat feels so unpredictable.

Let’s talk about button-mashing. I’ll admit it: I used to hammer the melee button like my life depended on it. And sometimes, in the heat of the moment, that’s still what happens. But I’ve learned that deliberate timing yields better results than frantic input. For example, waiting just half a second after an enemy’s swing animation begins can allow you to strike during their recovery frames. It’s a small window—maybe 0.5 seconds—but it makes a noticeable difference. I don’t have access to the game’s code, but from my experience, timed presses seem to register more reliably than rapid, chaotic inputs. It’s not a perfect solution, but it turns a desperate flail into something slightly more intentional.

Of course, the best way to dominate in Epic Ace is to avoid unfavorable melee situations altogether. I’ve adjusted my playstyle to prioritize positioning and ranged engagements. If an enemy gets too close, I’ll often use a grenade or ability to create space rather than risk a melee trade. The “Shockwave” ability, for instance, has saved me more times than I can count. It’s not that melee is useless—it’s that it’s inconsistent. And in a competitive game where every decision matters, consistency is everything. I’d rather rely on a strategy that works 90% of the time than one that works 60% of the time.

After dozens of hours in Epic Ace, I’ve come to accept that the melee system is the game’s rough edge. But I’ve also learned to work around it. By combining situational melee use with smart movement and positioning, I’ve turned my previous weakness into a calculated risk. I won’t claim that every swing now feels satisfying—sometimes it still seems like my character is swinging at the air while an enemy casually lands the killing blow. But these days, those moments are the exception, not the rule. If you’re struggling with melee in Epic Ace, don’t give up. Experiment with different weapons, practice movement tech, and remember: sometimes the best way to win a fight is to not get into one in the first place. Victory isn’t about perfection—it’s about adapting, even when the game doesn’t make it easy.