Metal Gear REX and Liquid Snake are two of the most iconic and challenging boss battles in Metal Gear Solid 1. This guide will help you understand their attack patterns and provide strategies to defeat them in battle.
Before entering the battle, make sure you have the following items:
- Rations: To replenish your health during the fight.
- Stinger Missiles: A powerful weapon that can help you take down Metal Gear REX.
- Chaff Grenades: To temporarily disable Metal Gear REX’s weapons.
Battle Overview
The battle against Metal Gear REX and Liquid Snake takes place in two phases:
- Phase 1: You will face Metal Gear REX, a powerful bipedal tank armed with various weapons.
- Phase 2: After defeating Metal Gear REX, you will face Liquid Snake in a one-on-one hand-to-hand combat.
Phase 1: Metal Gear REX
Attack Patterns
Metal Gear REX has three main attack patterns:
- Laser Cannon: Fires a powerful laser from its head. This attack can deal significant damage and has a long range.
- Missiles: Launches homing missiles that track your position. These can be avoided by running or using Chaff Grenades.
- Machine Gun: Fires a rapid barrage of bullets from its side-mounted machine gun. This attack is short-ranged and can be avoided by maintaining distance.
Strategy
To defeat Metal Gear REX, follow these steps:
- Use cover: Utilize the debris and structures in the area to hide from Metal Gear REX’s attacks. Keep an eye on its position and move between cover when it’s safe.
- Chaff Grenades: Throw Chaff Grenades to temporarily disable Metal Gear REX’s weapons, giving you a brief window to attack.
- Attack the radar: Use your Stinger Missiles to target the radar dish on Metal Gear REX’s left shoulder. This will deal significant damage and eventually destroy the radar, making it harder for REX to target you.
- Attack the cockpit: Once the radar is destroyed, target the cockpit with your Stinger Missiles. Be patient and wait for the right moment to strike, as Metal Gear REX will be more aggressive after losing its radar.
- Avoid its attacks: Stay mobile and avoid Metal Gear REX’s attacks by maintaining distance and using cover effectively.
- Use Rations wisely: Keep an eye on your health and use Rations when needed. It’s better to use a Ration early in the battle than to risk getting caught in a deadly attack later on.
Phase 2: Liquid Snake
Attack Patterns
Liquid Snake has three main attack patterns:
- Punch Combo: A series of punches that deal significant damage if they connect.
- Kick: A powerful kick that can knock you down and deal damage.
- Grab: Liquid Snake will attempt to grab you and throw you, dealing damage and potentially knocking you off the platform.
Strategy
To defeat Liquid Snake, follow these steps:
- Stay on the offensive: Keep attacking Liquid Snake with your punches and kicks. Try to chain your attacks into combos for maximum damage.
- Dodge his attacks: Be prepared to dodge Liquid Snake’s punches, kicks, and grabs. Use your quick reflexes to avoid taking damage.
- Counterattack: After dodging an attack, quickly counterattack with your own punches and kicks. This will deal damage and keep Liquid Snake on the defensive.
- Stay on the platform: Be aware of your position on the platform and avoid getting too close to the edge. If Liquid Snake throws you off the platform, it’s game over.
- Use Rations wisely: Keep an eye on your health and use Rations when needed. It’s better to use a Ration early in the battle than to risk getting caught in a deadly attack later on.
By following these strategies, you should be able to defeat Metal Gear REX and Liquid Snake, allowing you to complete Metal Gear Solid 1. Good luck, and happy gaming!
