RE4 VR: Itchy Trigger Finger Syndrome and the Chicago Typewriter Debacle (But Fear Not, Leon!)
Ah, Resident Evil 4 VR. Stepping into the shoes (and kevlar vest) of Leon S. Kennedy in a whole new dimension of thrills and Ganado-filled nightmares. But hold on, there's a nagging question lurking in the shadows, a question that keeps you up at night (because let's face it, VR horror can be a real sleep-killer). Can you actually unleash the glorious firepower of the Chicago Typewriter in VR?
The Initial Shock: A Weaponless Leon?
Imagine the horror! You're battling your way through hordes of ravenous villagers, dodging El Gigante's thunderous stomps, and your trusty arsenal feels...incomplete. No satisfying "thump-thump" of the shotgun, no reassuring heft of the Red9. Where's the weapon that could mow down a field of Ganados with a single, glorious burst? The answer, my friends, was a disappointing "no" at launch. But fear not, for there's a plot twist worthy of a cheesy B-movie sequel!
Enter the Mercenaries Update: The Cavalry (and Chicago Typewriter) Arrive!
Thankfully, Capcom rode in on a white horse (or maybe a jet ski, considering the whole island setting) with the glorious "The Mercenaries" update. This update brought not only a new wave of replayability but also the answer to our Chicago Typewriter prayers. Yes, you can now unlock and unleash this overpowered beast in VR!
How to snag this firepower? Here's the scoop:
- Beat the Main Story: This is a prerequisite for all the cool stuff, so grab your VR legs and get blasting (or hiding behind Ashley, no judgement).
- Dominate Assignment Ada: This bonus mission puts you in the stylish shoes of Ada Wong. Hone your espionage skills and complete this mission to unlock the true second playthrough.
- Round 2: The Chicago Typewriter Awaits: Start a new game on this special save file and the merchant will (finally!) be selling the Chicago Typewriter for a cool 1,000,000 pesetas.
So there you have it! Now you can mow down Ganados with the fury of a thousand typewriters (assuming typewriters were actually good at mowing things down). Just remember, with great power comes great responsibility (and a sore trigger finger). Happy hunting, Leon!
