Resident Evil 4: Saddler Boss Fight Strategy

Strategy for Saddler's First Form

Aim for the Eyeballs on His Joints

During your battle against Saddler, focus on attacking the eyeballs located on the joints of his legs. Hitting one eyeball will temporarily stagger him, while hitting two or more will knock him down, giving you a window to deal massive damage.

Use Your Knife When He's Down

Once Saddler is down, get close and press the R2 button to use your knife, inflicting heavy damage. If you've knocked him down from a distance, aim for the elongated eyeball on his front.

Explode Nearby Cans to Stagger Him

If you notice any cans near Saddler, shoot them to make them explode. The explosion will stagger him, making it easier for you to target the eyeball at his back.

Defeat Nearby Insects for Items

Insects will occasionally appear to disrupt your focus. They have low health, so take them out as you go. Doing so will drop items like ammo and herbs, allowing you to replenish your supplies.

Strategies for Saddler's Second Form

Target the Central Sphere

When Saddler transforms into his second form, aim your attacks at the central sphere, his weak point. Be cautious of his attacking tentacles and dodge them as you continue your assault.

Finish Him Off with Ada's Rocket Launcher

After you've done enough damage, Ada will provide you with a Rocket Launcher. Use it to finish Saddler off by aiming at his central sphere. Make sure to aim carefully; otherwise, it could result in an immediate game over.

Game over if you miss with the Rocket Launcher

If you shoot the Rocket Launcher at anything other than the central sphere, it will result in an instant game over. When you receive the Rocket Launcher, make sure to aim carefully before firing.

Recommended Weapons for the Saddler Battle

The Rocket Launcher is the Best Option If You Can Afford It

Weapon	Acquisition Method
Rocket Launcher	★★★★・Purchase from the Merchant after Chapter 4

If you have enough money, the Rocket Launcher is the best weapon to use. On lower difficulties, one shot from the Rocket Launcher can defeat Saddler's first form instantly, significantly shortening the battle.

Recommended Sniper Rifles for Targeting Eyeballs

Weapon	Acquisition Method
SR M1903	★★★・・Purchase from Merchant after Chapter 2
Stingray	★★★★★Purchase from Merchant after Chapter 7
CQBR Assault Rifle	★★★★・Purchase from Merchant after Chapter 11

When it comes to targeting eyeballs, a high-powered Sniper Rifle is recommended. In particular, the "Stingray" Sniper Rifle is highly recommended, but the "CQBR Assault Rifle," which has a full-auto mode, is also a good option.

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Saddler's First Form: Behavior Patterns and Countermeasures

Sweep Attack with Black Liquid

In this phase, Saddler uses a sweeping attack with black liquid that covers a wide range. Both parrying and evading are not possible, so keep your distance.

Horizontal Sweep with Claws

Saddler may use a horizontal sweep with his long, tentacle-like claws. This attack can be dodged, so be prepared to hit the evade button when you see him start to swing.

Slam Attack with Claws

He may also try to slam you with these claws. Both parrying and dodging are effective countermeasures.

Summoning Insects from the Central Platform

Shoot the insects as they appear

If Saddler moves to the central platform, he will summon a swarm of insects. These are low-durability nuisances that can be quickly eliminated, dropping ammo and recovery items when defeated.

Black Liquid from the Central Platform

Be cautious when Saddler is on the central platform, as he can also unleash black liquid from this position. Keep your distance to avoid this attack.

Swing and Bite Attack

Saddler Phase 1 sometimes swings his head up high and then bites with his face. The bite attack cannot be parried or evaded with button actions, but you can deal with it by either moving away or stabbing him with a knife after being caught.

Saddler Phase 2 Behavior Patterns and Countermeasures

Horizontal Sweep

Saddler Phase 2 frequently initiates horizontal sweeps. Horizontal sweeps can be avoided by button actions, so be prepared and don't get too caught up in shooting.

Slam Attack

Saddler Phase 2 not only performs horizontal sweeps but also launches slam attacks. Slam attacks cannot be parried or avoided by button actions, so try to dodge them by moving sideways.

Main Story Bosses
Armored El Gigante	Chainsaw Man
Del Lago	El Gigante
Mendez	Garrador
Verdugo	Krauser
Salazar	Saddler

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