Resident evil 9 players discover glitch to bypass enemy-filled zone

Players of Resident Evil 9: Requiem are finding unconventional ways to navigate the game's brutal challenges, with one discovery allowing for a significant shortcut through a notoriously difficult area.

Turned finds method to skip licker gauntlet in ark laboratory

A clever video shared by content creator Turned shows players how to bypass the BR11 room in the ARK Laboratory, a space teeming with the terrifying Licker creatures. The trick involves manipulating the Licker's AI to allow for a near-resource-free passage.

The discovery comes after weeks of players grappling with the game’s maximum difficulty setting, which features Lickers appearing unexpectedly after activating an elevator. This creates a deadly gauntlet where resources are often depleted in a desperate fight for survival.

Turned’s YouTube video, titled “I realized you can do this after 50 hours…,” details the technique. It involves entering the BR11 room while the lights are off, drawing the Lickers' attention, and then using a specific route to drop to the lower floor. This action causes the Lickers to cease pursuit and regroup, allowing Leon S. Kennedy to methodically take them down one by one without expending ammunition.

While Turned initially claimed the trick could be executed without using bullets, he admitted to employing a few shots to initially lure the Lickers. However, the core mechanic – exploiting the AI's behavior – remains viable without relying on weapons. This suggests Capcom may have anticipated such strategies, as the Licker's behavior in the max difficulty mode is designed to create a more challenging encounter.

The online community has reacted with a mix of disbelief and amusement, with many noting the somewhat predictable nature of the Licker’s attack pattern. For those still tackling the game on higher difficulties, this discovery offers a welcome reprieve from the relentless pressure. It’s a testament to player ingenuity, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The game’s difficulty is not the only source of discussion currently. 3DJuegos has also been highlighting the demand for a new Uncharted title on the PS5, and a strategy game blending Lovecraftian horror with World War II elements.

This latest exploit underscores a key aspect of modern gaming: players are constantly seeking ways to optimize their experience, even if it means bending the rules – or exploiting the AI.