Resident Evil 5 Mercenaries Guide STARS Wesker

Mercenaries High Score Hints, Tips, Dash Attack, RE5 Wesker (STARS)

Sep 28, 2009

Unlock new characters and stages by achieving high scores in RE5 Mercenaries Mode. Hints, Tips, Strategies and more for Resident Evil 5 Albert Wesker STARS Outfit.

Survival horror / action game Resident Evil 5's Mercenaries Mode pits 1-2 players inside a small level, rewarding a high score for surviving long lengths of time and defeating numerous enemies at a time for big combo bonuses.

STARS Wesker is unlocked by achieving an A+ on The Prison, Stage 8 (40,000 points single-player, 80,000 Co-op). Mercenaries is unlocked by playing through the single-player / co-op campaign mode.

Read this RE5 game guide on STARS Wesker for hints, tips, strategies, and more on how to achieve a higher score and unlock characters and stages using STARS Wesker.

Mercs Albert Wesker STARS Equipment

The following is a list of all the weapons, equipment, and supplies Albert Wesker, STARS outfit carries at the start of the match.

STARS Wesker receives two weapons (Handgun, Magnum, Shotgun), and some ammunition.

RE5 Equipment Guide for Samurai Edge, L.Hawk, Hydra Shotgun

A technique unique to Wesker that is not a piece of equipment is his dash attack. For a little health reduction, Wesker can run extremely fast for a brief moment and even perform a melee strike. To execute the dash, press the Right stick (R3 on PS3). While dashing, press L + A (L + X on PS3) to change direction, and press X (square on PS3) to perform the "Knee Cannon" melee strike.

The Samurai Edge handgun is the strongest handgun in the game, speaking strictly from a firepower perspective, and the only handgun comparable to it is Jill Valentine BSAA's Px4 for it's immense 87.5% critical hit ratio. STARS Chris has little trouble against common majini because of this weapon.

The L. Hawk magnum is considerably weaker than Midnight Wesker's S&W (2000 less power, to be exact), but it has a much faster reload that is, surprisingly, faster than his handgun. As with all magnums, the L. Hawk works best against stronger foes, otherwise the damage potential is wasted.

The Hydra - quite possibly the most awesome shotgun ever - features three-barrels of incredibly destructive power. Just like any shotgun, it's great at knocking back foes that are in close proximity, but it works best on a group of foes that are 5 - 10 feet away, as the spread will damage (and kill) numerous enemies. Also, players must watch out for the unfortunate 3.67 reload time.

Wesker has a deadly assortment of weaponry, particularly with his this outfit, but starts the round with little ammunition and no extras. Players must make sure to pick up ammo drops frequently

Mercenaries High Score Hints and Tips

Despite the equipment differences, STARS Wesker plays similarly to Midnight Wesker.

Just like the Midnight costume, STARS Wesker has the unique dash ability, and incredible time bonus earning potential through his devastating Cobra Strike attack. One bullet to the head with the Samurai Edge, followed up with a Cobra Strike, is a sure-fire kill and a +5 time bonus.

Players should begin the match primarily using this combination to add +5 time bonuses while retrieving the hourglass time bonuses. This combo also helps to conserve ammo and build up ammo drops in the beginning of the match, which STARS Chris will need when things get hectic.

Unless the game decides to be generous with magnum ammo drops, the L. Hawk rounds should be saved entirely for the big bosses. Sub-bosses such as the Big Man Majini (The Mines, The Prison) usually go down with 1-2 shotgun shells from the Hydra.

Speaking of which, aside from sub-bosses, the Hydra works best in up-close panic situations, or when taking on groups of common majini from 5-10 feet away. However, the concentrated fire means it's not as effective as other shotguns when up-close, so a quick headshot + Cobra Strike is the best bet, if the player is confident in their aiming. Also, players should beware the very long reload time of the Hydra. Learning to reload through the inventory system can help prevent this unfortunate aspect of the Hydra.

STARS Wesker in Co-op play

He can share magnum ammo with Midnight Wesker and STARS Chris. Or, he could share Handgun and Shotgun ammo with Chris BSAA, and Safari Chris. When playing Co-op, players should keep in mind that all three of STARS Wesker's weapons are not always necessary on every level. For instance, the Experimental Facility's strongest enemy is the Licker, so the player could ditch the Hydra or the L. Hawk to give more ammo drops to the other two weapons.

RE5 Mercenaries Albert Wesker, Stars Outfit Conclusion

Wesker can fill the role of the high-combo maker or the boss-breaker. With his handgun and shotgun, common majini are little problem to dispose of and can keep the combo going. And, with the shotgun and magnum, bosses fall with ease. STARS Wesker makes for a great companion to new players and pairs well with Chris Redfield BSAA to unlock characters.

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