The Chicago Sweeper: S+ Savior or Shady Sidearm? A Deep Dive (Kind Of)
Ah, the Chicago Sweeper. That beautiful monstrosity of a shotgun that spews lead like a malfunctioning confetti cannon. A trusty companion in the zombie apocalypse, or a cheap tactic on your path to Resident Evil 4 glory? This is where things get interesting, folks.
S+ Rank: The Bragging Rights and Beyond
For those unfamiliar, S+ rank in Resident Evil 4 is basically the gaming equivalent of a Michelin star. It's a badge of honor that screams, "I not only beat the game, I beat it like I owed it money." But here's the rub: to achieve this prestigious rank, you gotta be mindful of your resources. Every bullet counts, every grenade a strategic decision.
So, the Chicago Sweeper with its bottomless clip of whoop-ass, seems a bit...suspect, right?
The Case for the Chicago Sweeper: A Friend in Need
Now, hold on to your cowboy hats. Here's the thing: the Chicago Sweeper, when fully upgraded or blessed with the magical Exclusive Upgrade Ticket (patent pending), becomes an infinite ammo machine. That's right, unlimited apocalyptic buckshot. Suddenly, resource management becomes a walk in the park (well, a park full of moaning corpses, but a park nonetheless).
This frees you up to focus on the real challenges: dodging exploding villagers with the grace of a gazelle on roller skates, and teaching Ashley the finer points of self-defense (spoiler alert: it involves a lot of yelling).
But is it Really All Sunshine and Shotguns?
Here's the kicker: some purists (we're looking at you, Mr. "Only a Knife" Krauser) might scoff at the idea of using the Chicago Sweeper for an S+ run. They see it as a shortcut, a betrayal of the true S+ experience.
To them we say: lighten up, Francis. This game is about survival, and sometimes survival means using a gun that looks like it was cobbled together from spare parts and a bad attitude.
The Verdict: A Judgement (Mostly Fair)
Look, the Chicago Sweeper is a viable option for S+ runs. It lets you focus on strategy and enemy patterns instead of ammo conservation. But here's the caveat: if you're aiming for pure bragging rights, the purists might not be impressed.
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Do you want an S+ run that's efficient and maybe a little cheesy? Chicago Sweeper all the way. Do you crave the validation of internet strangers and a possible ego boost? Then maybe stick to the ol' reliable pistol (and good luck with that ammo scarcity!).
Just remember, whichever path you choose, make sure you're having fun and dodging those Ganado knees like a champ. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a village to clear out with a bottomless ammo supply of justice.
