D-charge

The D-charge

The D-charge (Demolitions charge) is an ISA explosive device. It is featured in Killzone 2, Killzone 3, and Killzone: Mercenary.

Overview

The D-charge is an explosive ordnance used to destroy, or clear objects such as support columns, doors, and mortars. The D-charges has a countdown timer that can be set and authorized

Gameplay

The way the D-Charge is implemented is through using the PS3 Sixaxis wireless controller's tilting controls: R1 while turning the controller in the appropriate directions, then releasing and detonating at a safe distance (or not so safe, if you desire). This is also used when turning valves in key sections of the game.

In the game, after being instructed at certain points, the player will see a flashing transparent icon on a specific door/objective. Moving to this icon and pressing the 'circle' button will initiate the priming system. Using the method above, the handle is twisted to arm the device. After the lights come on, the arming handle is yanked out and the charge is primed. It seems that the arming handle may double as the detonator as the detonator shows up in the players hand after priming, however it is unclear if the handle is the detonator or if the player is carrying a detonator prior to arming the device. Retreating to a safe distance to detonate it is recommended.