Craving Chicago Typewriter? How to Unleash This Spray and Pray Powerhouse
Ah, the Chicago Typewriter. A weapon so delightfully overpowered, it writes its own ending on Ganado foreheads. But before you go John Wick on some villagers, here's the lowdown on how to unlock this bullet-spewing beast in two popular games: Resident Evil 4 and Remnant 2.
Resident Evil 4: Typing Your Way to Victory (Unless You're on Professional Difficulty)
For Leon S. Kennedy and Ada Wong wannabes, the Chicago Typewriter, also known as the infinite ammo rocket launcher (because why not be blunt?), is a post-game treat. Here's the key (pun intended):
- Beat the Game Once: This is your initiation ceremony. You gotta prove you can handle the zombie apocalypse before graduating to unlimited firepower.
- Load Your Cleared Game Data: Don't get too excited and jump into a new game. You need that sweet "Cleared Game" file. Trust me, starting fresh won't get you the Typewriter (unless you fancy a very expensive typewriter-shaped paperweight).
- Merchant, My Dear Merchant: Now that you're a Resident Evil veteran (or at least a save file veteran), the merchant will have a new "shiny" for you. Be prepared to cough up a cool 1,000,000₧ (Pesetas...that's a lot of coins).
Pro-Tip: Stockpile your cash throughout the game by selling those random herbs and whatnot you never use. Every green herb Leon shoves in his pocket is a step closer to that beautiful Chicago Typewriter.
But Wait, There's More (for Ada): Ada's unlock process is similar, but you gotta complete the "Assignment Ada" side mission first. Then follow the same steps as Leon - beat the game, load cleared data, and buy the Typewriter (though at a slightly cheaper price).
Super Pro-Tip: If you're struggling on Professional difficulty to unlock the Typewriter in the remake, consider a New Game Plus run. You can use all those fancy weapons and upgrades you acquired in your previous playthrough, making the process a breeze (or at least a slightly less stressful zephyr).
Remnant 2: The Chicago Typewriter? More Like a Hidden Treasure Hunt
Forget merchants and post-game rewards. In Remnant 2, the Chicago Typewriter (or rather, the Chicago Typewriter Long Gun) requires some good old-fashioned exploration. Here's what you need to do:
- Conquer the Labyrinth Sentinel: This nasty boss is your first hurdle. Defeat it and claim your prize: the Biome Portal Key.
- Fractured Ingress Woes: Head to the Fractured Ingress checkpoint and get ready to do some platforming. You'll find two stone bridges – cross them and keep moving right until you reach two more bridges.
Now for the tricky part:
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Don't Be Fooled by Portals: There's a portal at the end of the path. Resist the urge to jump in (it leads nowhere good). Instead, walk behind the portal and look down. There, hidden in the shadows, lies your true destination: another portal.
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Leap of Faith (or Typewriter): Jump down this hidden portal and you'll find yourself on a smaller platform with, you guessed it, another portal. This one, thankfully, takes you to the Chicago Typewriter.
Congratulations! You've unlocked a gun that basically writes the enemy's obituary with every bullet. Now go forth and conquer that Root menace with a healthy dose of firepower (and maybe a side of witty one-liners).
