Gameplay: Raid Mode 2

Master Raid Mode in Resident Evil: Revelations 2! Learn about the HUB, missions, characters, upgrades, and how to dominate this fast-paced minigame.

Alright, so you've jumped into Resident Evil: Revelations 2 and are looking to tackle Raid Mode. Think of this as a super-fast, action-packed minigame that's almost a separate experience from the main campaign. Honestly, you might end up spending more time here than in the story, it's that addictive! You're essentially playing as Cipher, a hologram being tested by the Overseer through the Red Queen Alpha program. Your main goal in each mission is to grab that medal at the end, but you've gotta complete specific objectives first to even get there.

You'll start out in your main room, the HUB. It's a pretty small space, but it's packed with everything you need. You'll see a chair in the middle – that's where you begin and also where you'll go to exit Raid Mode.

Behind the chair, there's a desk with three important things:

• The Book: This is your go-to for all the nitty-gritty details about Raid Mode. If you're ever confused, just crack this open.
• The Phonograph: Listen to messages left by the Overseer. It adds a bit of flavor to the mode.
• The Telephone: This is your shop! You can buy items and gear right here, whether you're playing online or offline. Super convenient.

Now for the really cool stuff in the HUB:

• Toolbox: Located on the left side of the room, this lets you combine two weapon parts of the same level to craft a better one. You'll need to complete Gauntlet II before you can use this.
• Workbench: On the right, this is just like the one in the campaign. You can customize your weapons here to your heart's content.

Over on the other side, you've got:

• Mannequin: This is where you can change your character's appearance, swap out weapons, manage your skills, and even pick your gestures.
• Jukebox: Found albums in missions? Bring 'em here to evaluate them. They can contain anything from weapon parts to full weapons and even new levels.

Finally, the doors to get into the action:

• Large Red Door: This is for your main missions, plus daily and event missions.
• Smaller Blue Door: Head through here for Co-op missions, either with friends or random players.
• Clipboard: Next to the blue door, this shows your current ranking and lets you see how you stack up against players worldwide.