Close combat is difficulty. Most Marines will just unload on you, but they can also block your light attacks and counter with a melee bash of their own. Try to land a light attack hit followed by a heavy attack.
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 As a human, use block (LB + RB) and keep your back to the wall. When an enemy uses a light attack, as soon as it deflects, press RB to hit them and shoot them. If they used a heavy attack, immediately punch them (RB), and shoot them to death. As a predator or alien, block (LB + RB) and when they do a light attack, block, press RB, then press LB. Afterwards, you should be able to grab the enemy and kill them. Note: This also works for single player and Survival modes.
Turn the switch at the temple, and an object with a red symbol will appear. There are also two other switches that you have to press. One is found below the gap you jumped. The other switch is found to the left of the first switch you pressed.