Resident Evil 4: Castle Stage Guide

Basic Information about the Castle

Strong Enemies and Score Ranks that Appear

Stage Gimmicks

Tips for Clearing the Old Castle With a High Score

Eliminate all four enemy cannons early on

Enemy cannons are positioned on elevated areas around the old castle. These cannons fire potent projectiles and can be a nuisance, so it's advisable to take them out early. Nearby, you'll find Tar bombs that can be detonated with long-range weapons like handguns to effectively destroy the cannons.

All four cannons can be destroyed at the location where you climb the ladder

When you reach the spot with the ladder, you have a vantage point to destroy all four cannons. So initially, it's smarter to take the left ladder route rather than the front staircase.

Defeat "Zealot (Staff)" early on

After some time in combat, 'Zealot (Staff)' enemies will show up. It's advisable to eliminate them quickly, as they'll spawn Plagas if left unattended, creating additional challenges.

Eliminate Plaga with Flash Grenade

The 'Plaga' enemy, identifiable by the tentacles protruding from its head, can be taken down in one hit with a Flash Grenade. If you find yourself overwhelmed, use a Flash Grenade to neutralize them. You can also use melee attacks on enemies who are temporarily blinded.

Defeat the Garrador with a Cannon or Heavy Grenade

The challenging 'Garrador' enemy appears periodically and is known for its swift attacks. It's tough and hard to target at weak spots, so using a cannon or heavy grenade for a quick defeat is advised. Eliminating Garrador not only grants you 10,000 points but also adds an extra 30 seconds, making it well worth the effort.

Recommended Spots in the Old Castle

Hill with Cannons

In the old castle, positioning yourself near the cannons makes it harder for enemies to flank you from behind. The narrow corridors also provide an advantage for piercing multiple enemies with a Sniper Rifle. If things get heated, descending to a lower level can give you the time you need to regroup.

Destroy all four enemy cannons

While fighting near the cannons reduces your chances of being flanked, it also makes you a target for concentrated fire from enemy cannons. So it's wise to destroy all four enemy cannons as quickly as possible. Climbing the ladder gives you a vantage point to take them all out.

Recommended Characters for the Old Castle

Krauser

Character	Unlock Condition/Weapons Used
Krauser	Clear the Old Castle with an A rank using Luis・EJF-338 Compound Bow ・TMP ・Combat Knife

Character	Bullet Rush
Krauser	・Can transform his arm and perform close-range attacks ・Can consume gauge to perform tackle attacks

Krauser can easily handle weak enemies without breaking combos just by attacking with a knife. Furthermore, his mutated attacks during Bullet Rush are extremely powerful and can defeat strong enemies like Garrador in a single hit. He is also highly recommended for the Old Castle as his long-range bow attacks make it easier to destroy enemy cannons.

Leon

Character	Unlock Conditions/Weapons Used
Leon	Initial unlocked character・SG-09 R ・Riot Gun ・Stingray

Character	Bullet Rush
Leon	・Increased power of gun ammo ・Increased rate of fire ・Increased reload speed

Although the corridors in the old castle are narrow, they are open, making it easier to aim at distant enemies. Therefore, Leon, who can handle both close and long-range combat, is recommended for easy maneuvering.

Map of the Old Castle and Item Locations