So You Want to Unleash the Chicago Sweeper in RE4 Remake? How Much Pesetas Will It Cost Your Agent Heart?
Ah, the Chicago Typewriter. That iconic weapon in Resident Evil 4 that turned Leon S. Kennedy into a one-man wrecking crew against hordes of Ganados. But hold on there, buckaroo, because in the remake, it's got a new name: The Chicago Sweeper.
But fear not, this name change isn't some kind of RE4 revisionist history. It's still that same trusty submachine gun that'll let you mow down enemies like a lawnmower on high octane. The real question is: how much metaphorical sweat and tears (or in-game currency) will it cost you?
The Sweeper Ain't Exactly Cheap, But It Ain't Bank-Breaking Either
Unlike the original RE4 where you could buy the Chicago Typewriter (with a hefty price tag, mind you), the Sweeper in the remake works a little differently. Here's the lowdown:
- You can't buy it right off the bat. You gotta get your hands dirty first (metaphorically, of course... unless you're bad at aiming).
- The key to getting your Sweeper on is by completing the "Leon A." Kennedy Challenge. Basically, you gotta beat the game on Professional mode with an A rank. No easy feat, but hey, with great power comes moderate challenge, right?
So You Beat the Challenge... Now What?
Once you've conquered the professional difficulty and earned your A rank, the Chicago Sweeper will magically appear in your Typewriter Storage (because video game logic).
Here's the good news: it's permanently unlocked. You can equip it whenever you want on any playthrough after that, turning even the most basic Ganado encounter into a hilarious target practice session.
But There's a Catch (There's Always a Catch)
While you won't have to repurchase the Sweeper every time, there is a bit of a snag. In its base form, it's not quite the world-ending machine gun it once was. You see, to get the full Chicago Typewriter experience (unlimited ammo!), you'll need to find an upgrade for it.
This upgrade? It costs some moolah in the form of Challenge Points (CP), earned by completing various challenges in the game. Thankfully, these points aren't too difficult to rack up, so with a little perseverance, you'll be turning that Sweeper into a bullet hose in no time.
So, the Final Verdict: Is the Chicago Sweeper Worth the Grind?
Absolutely! Sure, it takes a bit of effort to unlock and fully upgrade, but trust me, it's worth it. Seeing laser beams of unlimited bullets cut through a crowd of enemies is a sight to behold (and a bit terrifying for the Ganados, no doubt).
So, grab your fedora, crank up the action music, and get ready to dominate those Las Plagas with the Chicago Sweeper by your side. Just remember, practice your aiming first – unlimited ammo doesn't mean infinite accuracy!
