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All the basic information about Resident Evil 4 is detailed here. The tips
section may be worth a read for experienced players. Who knows? You might
learn something you didn't know.
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CONTROL SETUPS [CS00]
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-- Wii remote (Wii-mote) and Nunchuk
- Remote
A = Action/Fire (while aiming)
B = Aim
1 = Option menu
2 = Map
- = Pull up inventory
+ = Ashley commands
Home = Wii Home Menu
D-pad = Move camera
- Nunchuk
C = Equip knife
Z = Hold to run while moving
Analog = Move/Look (in aiming mode)
-- Classic Controller
B = Hold to run while moving
A = Action/Fire (while aiming)
Y = Pull up inventory
X = Ashley commands
R = Aim
L = Equip knife
ZR = Map
ZL = Map
- = Pull up inventory
+ = Option menu
Home = Wii Home Menu
Left Analog = Move/Look (in aiming mode)
D-pad = Move/Look (in aiming mode)
Right Analog = Move camera
-- Gamecube Controller
* To use a Gamecube Controller, plug it into the top of the Wii then unhook the
nunchuk or classic controller from the remote while the game is on.
B = Hold to run while moving
A = Action/Fire (while aiming)
Y = Pull up inventory
X = Ashley commands
R = Aim
L = Equip knife
Z = Map
Start = Option menu
Analog = Move/Look (in aiming mode)
D-pad = Move/Look (in aiming mode)
C-stick = Move camera
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BASIC COMMANDS [BC00]
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>> Reloading
To reload with the Wii-mote, hold the B button then perform a down - up motion
with the Wii-mote.
To reload with a controller, hold the R button and press B.
>> Slashing with the Knife
a) Perform a slashing motion from right to left with the Wii-mote.
b) Hold C on the nunchuk (L on controller) then press A on the Wii-mote (or
controller.
>> Special Attacks
Leon can perform two special physical attacks when fighting a human-like enemy.
These special attacks should be mastered since they are quite helpful. Leon is
invincible during both of these animations.
- Roundhouse Kick
Shoot a human-like enemy in the head then run up and press A as the enemy
staggers. The "kick" command will appear when standing next to a
straggling enemy.
- Straight Kick or Suplex
Shoot the bottom of a human-like enemy's leg to make the enemy fall on
his/her knees. Quickly approach the enemy for a "Kick" or "Suplex"
command then press the A button to perform the action.
Ganados = Straight Kick
Zealots and Soldier Ganados = Suplex
>> Ashley Controls
- Catching Ashley
In order for Ashley to get down from high places, Leon much catch her by
pressing the A button when the icon appears. Both of them are invincible
during this animation.
- Following and waiting commands
Press the + button (X with controller) to have Ashley wait in place.
Press the button again to have Ashley follow Leon. It can turn into a
game of "Red Light, Green Light" and Ashley is a pro player.
- Have her hide in red containers
While near a red container, press the + button (X with controller) to have
Ashley hide in the crate when the button icon appears. Press the button
again to have here pop out. Leon whistles to Ashley like an owner does to
a dog and Ashley responds like a little puppy does to its master's
command.
>> Saving the Game
Like all Resident Evil's, approach a typewriter to save your game. Watch for
the "Save" command. Unlike the other games in the series, RE4 does not require
ink ribbons in order to save progress allowing the player to save an infinite
number of times.
There is no way to delete individual saves without deleting the main save file,
so don't clog all twenty save slots unless you don't mind the multitude of
saved games. Overwriting is the only option for disposing of a prior save.
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HERBS [HE00]
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| Herb | Description |
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| Green Herb | restores slight health |
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| Red Herb | restores full health when combined |
| | with green herb |
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| Yellow Herb | slightly boosts life gauge when |
| | combined with a green herb or green |
| | herb and red herb mixture |
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| Green Herb + Green Herb | restores moderate health |
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| Green Herb + Green Herb + Green Herb | restores full health |
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| Green Herb + Red Herb | restores full health |
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| Green Herb + Yellow Herb | restores slight health and boosts |
| | life gauge |
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| Green Herb + Red Herb + Yellow Herb | restores full health and boosts life |
| | gauge |
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ITEMS [IT00]
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Item pickups are spread throughout the main game of RE4 and other modes just
like in other RE games. Find the items lying in an area, in a box or other
breakable object or from enemy drops.
>> Items lying in the Area
Most of the time, the items that lie in an area (in the open) will always be
the same from game to game, which is why they are labeled in the walkthrough.
>> Box and other Breakable Objects
Use Leon's knife in order to break these types of objects to possibly receive a
random item. Sometimes the items will be the same in each game but most the
boxes contain random items.
>> Enemy Drops
Once enemies are defeated, they will drop an item that will glow one of three
colors to represent what type of item they drop.
-- Red = Ammo
-- Blue = Pesetas
-- Green = Recovery
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GENERAL TIPS [GT00]
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-- Destroy breakable objects with the knife
In the Wii version, Leon will automatically target a breakable object with the
knife, so it's even easier now to break open boxes, barrels, or vases with the
knife. Only use a gun to break open objects in Battle Mode (The Mercenaries)
where time is crucial.
-- Look for the blue flames
The merchant usually has blue flames around him to signal that he is open for
business!
-- Shoot enemies in the head or knees
Always go for the head or knees and take advantage of the special attack that
Leon will gain for extra damage without the need for weapons. If an enemy is
running toward you then shoot him in the knees to instantly make that enemy
fall flat on his face and expose his head to Leon.
-- Take advantage of special attacks for crowd control
Pick out one enemy from a crowd and shoot the enemy in the head then run toward
him and kick him to possible knock down the whole crowd around him in the
process. Remember that Leon is invincible once the animation starts! This can
be risky sometimes however since enemies will sometimes stagger backward into
the crowd once shot.
-- Make an enemy drop a weapon
Shoot the arm that is holding a weapon to make an enemy drop the currently
equipped weapon. This is mainly useful for enemies that carry a large weapon.
Enemies with throwing weapons (such as axes) will only take out another once a
weapon is dropped.
Another way to disarm an enemy is to knock that enemy down with a kick.
-- Shoot thrown weapons or darts before they reach Leon
With the Wii-mote this is much easier than before. Shoot whatever weapon is
thrown or shot toward Leon to instantly make it ricochet away from Leon.
-- Slash enemies with a knife while they are down
Low on ammo? Perform a special kick or other attack on enemies then aim
downward (C button aim recommended) and slash at them while they are grounded.
Keep in mind that you can slash an enemy in the face to make the enemy stagger
then kick him to avoid using ammo for the stunning process.
Using a knife on a fallen enemy works much better in Professional mode where
enemies are tougher and ammo is slightly scarce; it's really not needed for
normal mode.
-- Dealing with Las Plagas (Plagas heads)
If an enemy "Plagases out" on Leon, throw a flash grenade to instantly kill the
Plagas. This works on ANY type of Plagas, even the little spider types.
Another good method is to use a rifle and aim directly at the Plagas then shoot
for an instant kill. The TMP sometimes works well if you aim for the head
while shooting also.
-- Dealing with shielded enemies
Shoot a shielded enemy with a shotgun blast from up close to instantly break
his shield. A rifle shot will pierce right through a shield - shoot a shielded
enemy at the top portion of his shield with a rifle and you might just pop his
head. A TMP is good for eating away at shields as well - go for the legs and
keep firing.
Also, the Punisher handgun will automatically fire right through shields, which
can really help out for when you don't want to switch to a shotgun while
shooting Zealots.
-- Dealing with flamers (Ganados with torches)
When a Ganado carries a torch, wait for him to walk up to Leon and shoot him as
he attempts to breathe fire to set him ablaze. Be warned that some Ganados
will actually swing the torches at Leon however.
-- Skip cutscenes when enemies descend/appear
Keep dying at one portion of the game because you have little time to react?
There are a few fights where you can skip the cutscene of the enemies preparing
for battle in order to react quicker. This is especially useful with the cage
trap in the castle.
-- There's something behind you
Most of the humanoid enemies will respond in a certain way when they are behind
Leon. The Ganados will yell out a certain phrase in Spanish and the Zealots
will laugh. Learn the different reactions and you can take action before an
enemy sneaks up behind Leon.
-- Running slightly faster
Equip a grenade or an egg (yes, an egg) and Leon will have both arms free
allowing him to run a bit faster. He also runs faster with the Rocket
Launchers equipped since they are strapped to his back.
-- Swinging on chandeliers
To always make a chandelier swing on the first try, keep tapping the A button
as Leon starts to swing. Once the button icon appears then Leon will
immediately leap to the other side of whatever platform he is trying to reach.
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ESCORTING TIPS [ET00]
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-- Keep Ashley behind Leon at all times
Make sure that Ashley is always behind Leon. If she is in front then be sure
to wait for her to duck before firing. While she is behind Leon, Ashley will
always get behind him while Leon aims with his gun!
-- Do not lead Ashley into crowds with Leon
Tell her to wait in a safe location while charging into crowds. Don't leave
her alone for too long however.
-- Clear her path of traps
Don't lead her through a bear trap or other type of trap (C4).
-- Heal Ashley every time she takes damage
The best way to heal her is with eggs (white eggs) since she has such a small
life bar at the beginning. Give her yellow herbs to increase her life bar.
Don't throw the eggs at her. They do no harm but- Well, ok you can toss a few
at her.
-- Dealing with kidnappers
When an enemy grabs her and tries to walk away with her, shoot the enemy in the
legs to make him instantly drop Ashley. The shotgun works well to drop a
kidnapper as well. As long as Leon does not aim directly at Ashley she will
not get hit.
Throwing a flash grenade will make an enemy drop Ashley as well.
-- Never aim if you want Ashley to move
When Leon aims, Ashley will always duck and take cover if she is in front of
Leon. If you want her to move then Leon will have to stop aiming. This can be
a little annoying at some parts.
-- An enemy in the area
Keep an eye on Ashley as she runs behind Leon and she will look to the side
when an enemy is near.
-- Ashley will dodge along with Leon
When dodging an attack via an on-screen sequence, Ashley will not get hit by
the attack as long as Leon dodges it. A perfect example is when El Gigante
falls in the Right path in the village and when a knight swings and axe as
Leon. Ashley will duck down and the objects will pass right through her while
dodges out of the way.
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TREASURE TIPS [TT00]
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-- Always combine treasures when possible
Combined treasure will yield a greater value when sold to the merchant. Be
sure to keep two Blue Eyes for a replay game's two Butterfly Lamps since Blue
Eyes are very rare most of the time.
-- Hoard EVERY item!
If Leon doesn't have a weapon for a certain type of ammo, grab it anyway and
sell it to the merchant. Before leaving a merchant, make sure that Leon has
room in his inventory to carry new items; if not then consider selling some
items.
-- Crow Hunting
Shoot any crows that you find in an area. A flash grenade can bring down a
group of crows while they are on the ground. If a crow flies away it will
always fly around up above so you still have a chance to it - an even greater
chance with the Wii-mote. Sometimes a crow will carry treasure or high
quantities of PTAS. A few even carry grenades and ammo!
-- Fishing
Use the knife to slash or use a gun to shoot at fish in the water then collect
them for extra healing items. Throw a single hand grenade into the water to
instantly kill a whole school of fish, just make sure you have the inventory
space to collect them. Sell them to the merchant for Extra PTAS! A large bass
yields 2300 PTAS.
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