Resident Evil 4: Del Lago Boss Fight Strategy
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Unlock Del Lago's secrets in Resident Evil 4 Remake! Our guide offers key strategies for attack avoidance and charging.
Strategies for Defeating Del Lago
| Summary of Del Lago Battle |
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| Attack with the harpoon |
| Dodge obstacles and attacks by moving left and right |
| Listen for sound when the boat stops |
Harpoon Attacks
To defeat Del Lago, continuously attack it with harpoons. When it's in the water, seize the opportunity to land your harpoon attacks, especially when you don't need to dodge its movements or leaps.
Dodging Obstacles and Attacks
Avoid obstacles and Del Lago's leaping attacks by steering left and right. Keep moving to dodge effectively and take the opportunity to attack while dodging.
Listen and Attack When the Boat Stops
When the boat comes to a halt and Del Lago disappears from sight, listen carefully for audio cues to determine its location. Aim and attack with the harpoon based on the sound direction.
Step-by-Step Guide to Defeating Del Lago
| Steps to Defeat Del Lago | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Throw harpoons continuously while the boat is being pulled |
| 2 | Dodge jumps and obstacles by moving left and right |
| 3 | When the boat stops, listen for the sound to determine Del Lago's position |
| 4 | Dodge the charging attack by hitting it with a harpoon※Even if you can't dodge, you can still avoid it by rapidly pressing buttons |
| 5 | Repeat steps 1-4 until Del Lago is defeated |
Keep Throwing Harpoons While the Boat Moves
As the boat is being pulled, keep throwing harpoons to inflict damage. The harpoons follow a parabolic path, so adjust your aim accordingly.
Dodge Leaps and Obstacles
Dodge leaping attacks and obstacles by moving left and right. Continuous movement will help you avoid getting hit.
Listen for Cues When the Boat Stops
When the boat stops, listen for audio cues to locate Del Lago. If you can't identify its location through sound, you'll have enough time to aim and attack before it charges at you.
Counter Del Lago's Charge with a Harpoon
When Del Lago charges, hitting it with a harpoon will make it flinch and abort the attack. This also deals damage, so be prepared to counter when the boat stops.
Emergency Button Mashing
If you can't dodge the charge, rapidly pressing buttons can still help you avoid the attack. However, it's better to counter with a harpoon to prevent damage.
Repeat Until Victory
Keep alternating between attacking and dodging until you defeat Del Lago. You have an unlimited supply of harpoons, so keep attacking without worrying about ammo.
Rewards for Defeating Del Lago
Earning the "Harpoon Hurler" Trophy
Defeating Del Lago earns you the "Harpoon Hurler" trophy. You'll naturally acquire this trophy as you progress through the story, so there are no special conditions for earning it.
| List of Ways to Trophies |
| Main Story Bosses | |
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 Armored El Gigante |
 Chainsaw Man |
 Del Lago |
 El Gigante |
 Mendez |
 Garrador |
 Verdugo |
 Krauser |
 Salazar |
 Saddler |
| Strong Threat | |
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 How to Obtain the Two Bugs, One Stone Trophy |
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| Village | |
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 Chapter 1 |
 Chapter 2 |
 Chapter 3 |
 Chapter 4 |
 Chapter 5 |
 Chapter 6 |
| Castle | |
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 Chapter 7 |
 Chapter 8 |
 Chapter 9 |
 Chapter 10 |
 Chapter 11 |
 Chapter 12 |
| Island | |
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 Chapter 13 |
 Chapter 14 |
 Chapter 15 |
 Chapter 16 |
| Post Game | |
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 Resident Evil 4 Remake Game Length |
 Clear Rewards and Replay Value |
 Replayable Features After Clearing |
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| Difficulty Level | |
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 Tips and Conditions for Achieving an S+ Rank |
 How to Get S+ Rank: Condition and Strategy |
