How does targeting work in the console versions?
The PC version seems to lack a designated "target" (lock-on) key (see controls), targeting is performed by holding the light or strong attack key instead. Unfortunately this control scheme results in accidental attack moves — in Manhunt even melee swings make a sound and a great deal of stealth takedowns have failed when it's not clear if I'm close enough to an enemy to target, at worst hitting him.
Executions are extremely important and direct melee confrontations are seen as the last resort (also negatively affects the player's score). Enemies can be executed with a single key press (takes longer if you want to achieve a high end-level rating) when approached silently, but take dozens of hits in face-to-face brawls and nearby units are alerted.
How does targeting work in the console versions? Is it possible to perform a basic attack when targeting an enemy or are only execution moves accepted in this phase?
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