Resident Evil 4 Remake: Unleashing the Power of Matilda
Resident Evil 4‘s remake brings back one of the most iconic handguns in survival horror history – the burst-firing Matilda. This powerful sidearm feels right at home in Leon‘s arsenal, shredding Ganados with precise three-round bursts. However, Matilda doesn‘t reveal her full potential right away. Upgrading her stats and skills requires patience and resources.
Is the investment worth it? Can Matilda compete with Leon‘s later game unlocks? This definitive guide will uncover everything you need to know about acquiring, upgrading, and mastering Matilda in Resident Evil 4 Remake. You‘ll slash through hordes like never before once her true power is unleashed.
I. Acquiring Your New Partner
Before unleashing Matilda, you first need to add her to your armory. This requires both progression milestones and some resource hunting. Here‘s what to do:
Complete Merchant Requests For Spinels
Matilda costs 10 Spinels from the Merchant. Spinels are rare crafting gems awarded for completing the Merchant‘s requests in each area. These requests task you with hunting animals, destroying objects, finding collectibles, and more.
- Each chapter features multiple requests
- Most reward 1 Spinel upon completion
- Tracking requests makes them easier to complete
With 10 Spinels you can finally purchase Matilda for yourself.
Reach Chapter 8
The Merchant will not sell Matilda until you reach Chapter 8: Waterworld. During this submarine mission, seek out the merchant once you reach the building‘s interior corridors. Purchase Matilda by holding the interact button on her listing.
With the requirements met, she‘s yours to wield and customize!
II. Analyzing Matilda‘s Base Stats and Potential
Even stock, Matilda shows impressive promise compared to your starting arsenal. Examine her base stats below:
| Stat | Base Value |
|---|---|
| Power | 1.3 |
| Ammo Capacity | 18 rounds |
| Reload Speed | 1 second |
| Rate of Fire | 0.96 shots/second |
| Precision | 3.5 |
These values translate to solid stopping power with a generous single-burst capacity of 3 shots. Quick reload and semi-auto burst rate keep enemies suppressed at short to mid ranges.
Upgrades push Matilda even further:
| Upgrade Type | Levels | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 1 – 5 | 15k – 262k pts |
| Ammo Capacity | 1 -5 | 10k – 30k pts |
| Reload Speed | 1 – 5 | 8k – 14k pts |
Ammo and firepower should take priority. Her exclusive double ammo capacity upgrade for 70k further increases sustainability.
III. Mastering Matilda – Unleashing Her True Power
Once acquired and upgraded, Matilda dominates as Leon‘s close quarters shredder. For best results:
- Target enemy weak points – limbs, heads for explosive results
- Fire controlled 3-round bursts – Conserve ammo, avoid wasting shots
- Pair with long range/AOE weapons – Shotgun, TMP, and sniper rifle combos
- Mix headshots with leg sweeps – Stun and expose crowds for finishers
- Use doors and hallways to limit exposure – Matilda shines in closed spaces
With flawless controlled burst fire, Matilda can drop common Ganados in 1-2 volleys on Normal and assist mightily against dispersed mini-boss crowds. Capacity, fire rate, and stagger potential make her extremely sustainable once upgraded.
Up close, few common enemies can endure her precise and punishing bullet spread. Just be sure to pack a long range complement to offset her short effective range.
IV. Supplying The War Effort – Ammo Locations
With Matilda chewing through 18+ rounds per reload, ammo conservation and sourcing is key. Thankfully, handgun ammo is Extremely common:
- Search all breakable crates and vases
- Check nearby rooms and alcoves during lulls
- Visit Merchants routinely to buy supplies
- Stock up before major encounters or boss battles
With a balanced scavenging and purchasing routine, you‘ll stay stocked for routine skirmishes. Mapper out extra ammo cache locations in your memory for longer gauntlets too. Though with skills and upgraded capacity, ammo shortages should prove rare.
V. Final Verdict – Well Worth the Investment
For 720k Pesetas and decent legwork acquiring Spinels, Matilda offers extreme close quarters firepower otherwise unattainable for most of Leon‘s story. Her quick fire, ammo capacity, and precision fill a perfect niche within the arsenal. All of her available upgrades prove worthwhile for maximum performance.
While more versatile weapons arise later, few compete with Matilda‘s sheer utilized destructive potential. Combined with the utility of upgrading early favorited weapons versus discovering new options, mastering Matilda is highly recommended. She also pairs fantastically in tandem with upgraded bolt-action rifles and shotguns.
Will you heed the call and collect the resources necessary to unleash Matilda? If so, Resident Evil 4 Remake‘s most relentless hordes shall quiver before her might! The Merchant awaits, as does glorious hand-cannon supremacy!
