Exo SLAM is a powerful exo upgrade available to players in the Exo Zombies mode of Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. This ability grants the player the capability to execute devastating Boost Slam attacks against the undead hordes.
Understanding the Boost Slam Attack
The Boost Slam is the core mechanic enabled by the Exo SLAM upgrade. It's an aerial maneuver where players can launch themselves upwards and then slam down, creating a powerful impact upon landing.
Key Characteristics and Effects:
- Area of Effect (AoE): The Boost Slam affects multiple zombies within its immediate vicinity.
- Damage and Control: It is capable of dazing or outright killing zombies caught in its radius.
- Crawler Creation: A significant advantage of Boost Slam is its ability to reduce zombies to "crawlers" (zombies without legs) even in higher rounds, specifically up to round 25. This allows players to strategically manage the horde, complete objectives, or revive teammates more safely.
Boost Slam Effects at a Glance
| Feature | Description | Practical Use |
|---|---|---|
| Upgrade Type | Exo Ability | Enhances player offensive and crowd control capabilities. |
| Primary Effect | Dazes or kills zombies in an area. | Clearing pathways, defending objectives, buying time. |
| Secondary Effect | Creates crawlers (up to round 25). | Setting up "shopping rounds," managing the last zombie, reviving. |
| Activation | Performed by boosting into the air and slamming down. | Requires tactical positioning and timing for maximum impact. |
Tactical Advantages in Exo Zombies
Exo SLAM, through its Boost Slam ability, offers several tactical benefits in the fast-paced and challenging Exo Zombies mode:
- Crowd Control: When surrounded by a large group of zombies, a well-timed Boost Slam can clear a path or provide a crucial moment of respite.
- Objective Defense: It can be used to quickly eliminate threats around objectives like decontamination zones or upgrade stations.
- Resource Management: Creating crawlers is invaluable for managing rounds, allowing players to repair barriers, purchase perks, or find ammunition without constant pressure from a full horde.
- Support: Players can use the ability to assist teammates who are overwhelmed, stunning or killing zombies attacking them.
By strategically utilizing Exo SLAM, players can significantly enhance their survivability and efficiency in the unrelenting fight against the zombie menace in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare.
