Story & Plot Summary

Welcome, survivor! This section will guide you through the harrowing narrative of Resident Evil 3 Remake, ensuring you understand the stakes and can navigate the unfolding nightmare. We'll cover key plot points, critical item acquisitions, and strategic encounters to keep Jill Valentine alive.

I. The Outbreak and Escape from Raccoon City

A. Jill's Apartment and Initial Escape

• Objective: Survive the initial Nemesis encounter and escape Jill's apartment.
• Walkthrough:
  1. The game opens with Jill in her apartment. After a terrifying cutscene, Nemesis bursts in. Your primary goal here is to run, not fight.
  2. Follow the linear path through the apartment, dodging Nemesis's attacks. You'll eventually fall through the floor.
  3. Once outside, navigate the burning streets. Keep an eye out for the Handgun Ammo on a nearby crate and a Green Herb in an alleyway.
  4. You'll soon meet Brad Vickers. Follow him, but be prepared for a sudden turn of events.
• Key Items:
  • G19 Handgun: Automatically acquired at the start.
  • Handgun Ammo: Scattered throughout the initial escape route.
  • Green Herb: Essential for early healing.
• Strategy: Conserve ammo. Nemesis is invulnerable in these early encounters. Focus on evasion and learning his attack patterns.

B. Downtown Raccoon City and Subway Station

• Objective: Reach the subway station and activate the power.
• Walkthrough:
  1. After the chaotic street sequence, you'll find yourself in Downtown Raccoon City. Your immediate goal is to reach the subway station.
  2. Head towards the "Subway Office" marked on your map. Along the way, you'll encounter your first group of zombies. Use your G19 Handgun, aiming for headshots to conserve ammo.
  3. Inside the Subway Office, you'll find the Subway Map. This is crucial for navigation.
  4. Proceed to the Subway Power Substation. You'll need to restore power to the subway system. This involves a small puzzle where you activate circuit breakers.
  5. Power Substation Puzzle: Locate three circuit breakers. One is usually in the main control room, another in a side room accessible by a key, and the third often requires a bit of backtracking or a vent crawl. The order doesn't matter, but be wary of zombies that reanimate or appear after each activation.
• Key Items:
  • Subway Map: Found in the Subway Office, vital for understanding the area layout.
  • Bolt Cutters: Often found near the start of the Downtown area, used to open chained doors and gates.
  • Lock Pick: Acquired from a dead U.B.C.S. soldier, used for yellow padlocks on lockers and cases.
  • Shotgun (M3): Located in the Subway Office, behind a chained door requiring the Bolt Cutters. A powerful early weapon.
• Strategy: Prioritize acquiring the Shotgun. It's invaluable for crowd control and dealing with tougher enemies. Use the Bolt Cutters and Lock Pick to access valuable resources and shortcuts.

II. The Clock Tower and Hospital

A. Journey to the Clock Tower

• Objective: Reach the Clock Tower to signal for extraction.
• Walkthrough:
  1. Once the subway power is restored, you'll need to make your way through various city districts towards the iconic Clock Tower.
  2. Expect more intense encounters with Nemesis during this segment. He will pursue you relentlessly. Use environmental hazards (exploding barrels, generators) to temporarily stun him.
  3. You'll pass through areas like the "Kendo's Gun Shop" (a brief but memorable encounter) and the "Construction Site."
  4. Construction Site Encounter: Nemesis will ambush you here. Utilize the red barrels to create distance and deal damage. There's often a High-Caliber Handgun Ammo pickup here.
• Key Items:
  • Grenade Launcher (MGL-79): Often found in the Clock Tower Plaza or a nearby safe room, offering explosive power.
  • Explosive Rounds: Ammunition for the Grenade Launcher, crucial for boss fights.
• Strategy: Learn to quick-turn and dodge effectively. Nemesis's grab attack is devastating. Save your Grenade Launcher ammo for when it truly counts.

B. Hospital Exploration and Carlos's Mission

• Objective: As Carlos, find a vaccine for Jill.
• Walkthrough:
  1. After a pivotal event at the Clock Tower, control switches to Carlos. Your mission is to infiltrate the Spencer Memorial Hospital to find a vaccine for Jill, who has been infected.
  2. Navigate the hospital's dark corridors, encountering new enemy types like Hunters. These creatures are fast and deadly; the Assault Rifle is your best friend.
  3. Hospital Key Card: Essential for accessing various locked rooms. Typically found in the "Nurses' Station" or a similar administrative area.
  4. Vaccine Location: The vaccine is usually located in the "Lab" or "Treatment Room" on the upper floors. You'll need to solve a simple puzzle involving a computer terminal or a specific item to access it.
• Key Items:
  • Assault Rifle (CQBR): Carlos's primary weapon, excellent for sustained fire.
  • Hospital Map: Found early in the hospital, vital for navigation.
  • Flash Grenades: Useful for stunning Hunters and groups of zombies.
• Strategy: As Carlos, you have more combat-oriented abilities. Use your Assault Rifle liberally, but be mindful of ammo. Flash Grenades are excellent for controlling groups of enemies or escaping tight situations.

III. NEST 2 and Final Confrontation

A. Infiltration of NEST 2

• Objective: As Jill, infiltrate the Umbrella research facility, NEST 2, and destroy the Nemesis parasite.
• Walkthrough:
  1. Jill, now recovered, must infiltrate NEST 2, Umbrella's secret underground lab. This area is heavily guarded and filled with advanced bioweapons.
  2. You'll encounter various environmental puzzles involving power conduits, chemical mixtures, and access cards.
  3. Facility Key Card: Found early in NEST 2, often in a security office, granting access to restricted areas.
  4. Fuse Puzzle: A common puzzle involves finding and placing fuses to restore power to doors or elevators. Pay attention to the labels on the fuses and the corresponding slots.
• Key Items:
  • MAG (Lightning Hawk): A powerful magnum revolver, often found in a secure locker or safe, requiring a specific key or code. Save its ammo for the final boss.
  • Acid Rounds: Ammunition for the Grenade Launcher, highly effective against certain bioweapons.
• Strategy: NEST 2 is a gauntlet. Conserve your most powerful ammo. Use the environment to your advantage, and be prepared for multiple Nemesis encounters in his mutated forms.

B. The Final Battle and Escape

• Objective: Defeat the ultimate form of Nemesis and escape Raccoon City.
• Walkthrough:
  1. The climax of the game takes place in the heart of NEST 2, where you'll face Nemesis in his grotesque, final form.
  2. Phase 1: Nemesis will be a massive, tentacled creature. Focus fire on the glowing orange sacs on its body. Use your MAG and Grenade Launcher.
  3. Phase 2: After taking significant damage, Nemesis will become even more aggressive. You'll need to activate a railgun to deliver the final blow. This involves a timed sequence where you power up the weapon while dodging Nemesis's attacks.
  4. Railgun Activation: Follow the on-screen prompts to charge the railgun. You'll typically need to press buttons or interact with terminals while Nemesis tries to stop you.
  5. Once Nemesis is defeated, a final escape sequence will trigger. Follow the linear path, avoiding collapsing debris and any remaining threats.
• Key Items:
  • Railgun: The ultimate weapon for the final boss, activated during the fight.
  • First Aid Sprays: Crucial for healing during the intense final battle.
• Strategy: This is where you unleash everything you have. Don't hold back on your most powerful weapons. Learn Nemesis's attack patterns for each phase and prioritize hitting his weak points. Timing your railgun activation is critical for victory.