Dead Space (Remake)
Dead Space (Remake)

Pregnant

Defeat Pregnant necromorphs in Dead Space (Remake). Learn about their bile attacks and parasitic offspring, and how to counter them.

·Multi-source verified (107/112)

Pregnant

The Pregnant is a grotesque and dangerous necromorph variant in Dead Space (Remake) that attacks by spitting corrosive bile and can also release smaller, parasitic creatures. Learn its attack patterns and how to effectively deal with its ranged assaults and secondary threats.

Among the myriad of mutated horrors aboard the USG Ishimura, the Pregnant stands out for its disturbing appearance and multi-faceted threat. This necromorph variant is characterized by its swollen, distended abdomen, which houses a cluster of smaller, parasitic creatures. It attacks with corrosive projectiles and, upon death, releases these smaller entities, making it a hazard that requires careful management and precise targeting.

Pregnant Characteristics

  • Ranged Bile Attack: The Pregnant's primary offensive capability is spitting a stream of corrosive bile that deals damage over time and can obscure Isaac's vision.
  • Parasitic Offspring: Its most dangerous trait is the cluster of smaller necromorphs (often referred to as 'children' or 'parasites') within its abdomen. When the Pregnant dies, these creatures are released and will swarm Isaac.
  • Slow Movement: Compared to some other necromorphs, the Pregnant is relatively slow-moving, making it easier to create distance from.
  • Weak Point: The swollen abdomen is its primary weak point. Destroying it is key to neutralizing the threat, but also triggers the release of its offspring.

Combat Strategies

Dealing with a Pregnant requires a strategic approach that balances neutralizing the immediate threat with preparing for the secondary threat it poses.

  1. Target the Abdomen Carefully: The most efficient way to kill a Pregnant is to shoot its swollen abdomen. However, be prepared for the consequences.
  2. Dismemberment Strategy: If you want to avoid the immediate release of the parasites, you can try to dismember its limbs first. However, this is often more time-consuming and less efficient than targeting the abdomen.
  3. Use AoE Weapons for Offspring: Once the Pregnant is dead and its offspring are released, weapons with area-of-effect capabilities are invaluable. The Flamethrower is excellent for incinerating multiple small parasites at once. The Force Gun can push them back, creating space.
  4. Prioritize Ranged Threats: While the Pregnant is spitting, try to take cover or dodge its projectiles while lining up your shots. Its slow movement can be exploited.
  5. Stasis Module: If you're overwhelmed or need to create space to deal with the offspring, use your Stasis Module on the Pregnant or its released parasites to slow them down.
  6. Environmental Hazards: Lure the Pregnant near explosive barrels or other environmental hazards to take it out from a distance, potentially taking out some of its offspring in the process.
  7. Listen for Audio Cues: The Pregnant has distinct vocalizations that can alert you to its presence, especially when it's preparing to spit or when its offspring are released.

Locations to Watch For

Pregnant necromorphs are often found in areas where the necromorph infestation has taken hold, typically in larger, more open areas or corridors where they have room to maneuver and spit. They can be encountered in sections like the Hydroponics Bay, the Medical Deck, and various crew living quarters.

When facing a Pregnant, remember that its primary danger lies not just in its own attacks, but in the swarm it unleashes upon its demise. Be prepared to switch tactics and weapons once the initial threat is neutralized to deal with the smaller, but equally deadly, parasites.