The long-awaited Separate Ways DLC for the Resident Evil 4 Remake has arrived. The DLC allows players to step into the shoes of Ada Wong. One of the key tools you have at your disposal when playing as Ada is the grapple gun. This tool becomes significantly more powerful with an optional upgrade, making your journey through the game that much easier. This article will walk you through where to find the upgrade, how to use it, and share some additional tips for maximizing its effectiveness.

Where to Get the Grapple Gun Upgrade

Once you reach Chapter 5 in the Separate Ways DLC, your first point of action should be to visit the Merchant. Within the Trade menu, you will find a new charm labeled “Ada Wong (Special)” available for a mere five spinel. This is not just any charm; this is the upgrade for your grapple gun.

How the Upgrade Works

After acquiring and equipping the Ada Wong (Special) charm, your grapple gun will have enhanced capabilities. Specifically, it gains the ability to remove shields from enemies. This applies to both wooden and metal shields. To utilize this feature, simply wait for a shielded enemy to get within range. An on-screen button icon labeled “Grapple Shield” will appear. Press it, and Ada will remove the shield from the enemy, leaving them vulnerable to further attacks.

Tips for Using the Grapple Gun Upgrade Effectively

After spending time experimenting with the upgrade, a few tips stand out for maximizing its utility.

  1. Elevation Matters: The grapple gun upgrade won’t work if an enemy is located on a higher or lower elevation than you. Ensure you are on the same level before attempting to grapple the shield.
  2. Group Strategy: When you’re up against a group of enemies, try to position a shielded foe in the middle of the pack. Use the grapple to remove the shield and then target their legs to knock them down.
  3. Melee Attack: Once the grapple option allows you to perform a zip melee attack, take advantage of it. The melee attack will damage multiple enemies, thereby conserving your ammunition.

Cost and Availability on Other Platforms

While we’re on the subject of Resident Evil 4, it’s worth mentioning that the game is expected to come to Apple products later this year. Although a concrete release date is yet to be announced, you can pre-order it now.

Regarding the cost, though the App Store lists the game as free, this is misleading. Only a limited part of the base game can be played for free. For the full game, you’re looking at a price of £57.99 in the UK and $59.99 in the US. Additional DLC content will require separate purchases.

Conclusion

With the release of the Separate Ways DLC, Resident Evil 4 Remake brings new life to the franchise. The upgraded grapple gun not only makes Ada Wong a force to be reckoned with but also adds a fresh layer of strategy to the game. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newcomer, this upgrade is not to be missed.

Will the game perform just as well on mobile platforms as it does on PC and console? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain: the grapple gun upgrade is a game-changer.

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