In the latest installment of Resident Evil: Requiem, players find themselves delving into the remaining area of exploration, the ARK lab nestled beneath Raccoon City. This final segment features dual gameplay with characters Leon and Grace as they uncover hidden secrets within the lab.
The walkthrough begins with Leon navigating the ARK’s initial areas, which are straightforward and linear. Early on, players can utilize a Staff Room as a safe haven. Progressing further, Leon encounters a server room where accessing a terminal reveals Grace’s location but also triggers reinforcements, leading to combat that requires strategic use of the environment, including gas canisters for cover.
After overcoming initial enemy encounters, Leon comes face-to-face with The Commander, a formidable melee fighter reminiscent of HUNK from previous Resident Evil entries. The combat involves parrying attacks to create openings for counterattacks, drawing parallels to battles seen in Resident Evil 4 Remake.
Once players shift to Grace’s storyline, she must escape the Dump with Leon’s assistance, employing an Override Key to proceed. Grace navigates through various tense environments populated with Lickers, a typical danger for players familiar with the series. Strategic stealth and smart resource management come into play as she locates the necessary orbs to unlock further areas within the lab.
After Leon resumes control, he must find another Override Key in an adjacent room filled with enemies. This segment requires players to engage actively with the surroundings and face off against Lickers while keeping an eye out for interactive switches.
As the storyline progresses towards its climax, players reach a pivotal moment where they must choose between destroying or releasing a character named Elpis. This decision impacts the game’s ending, offering a chance to explore both outcomes by saving progress to revisit the choice later.
The faceoff with the final boss, Dr. Victory Gideon, carries echoes of previous battles while introducing new mechanics. Players must react to his electrical assaults while navigating his overpowering presence. Upon defeating him, Gideon transforms into a monstrous form reminiscent of a Nemesis, leading to an intense final confrontation that tests players’ skills and timing.
Upon completing Resident Evil: Requiem, players earn the opportunity to revisit the experience with new content available in the Bonuses menu, extending the game’s replay value. The narrative weaves intricate story elements with satisfying gameplay, encouraging fans to dive back into the chilling world of Resident Evil.
The game continues to establish itself as a thrilling addition to the franchise, combining nostalgic references with fresh challenges, ensuring that both long-time fans and newcomers can enjoy the adventure.