Ascending to the Roof: The Third Floor Code Puzzle
After navigating the unsettling corridors of the hospital, your next objective is to gain access to the roof. This requires solving a keypad puzzle on the third floor and obtaining the Roof Key. Pay close attention to environmental details and notes scattered throughout the hospital, as they hold the clues you'll need.
Third Floor Keypad Puzzle
Upon reaching the third floor, you will encounter a locked door secured by a keypad. To proceed, you must input the correct four-digit code. This code is not arbitrary; it is directly linked to a cryptic message found within the hospital's Patient Records room.
Locating the Clue: The Patient Records Room
Make your way to the Patient Records room. This room is typically found on the second floor, though its exact location may vary slightly depending on your path. Inside, search thoroughly for a specific note. This note contains a peculiar message that, when deciphered, reveals the keypad code.
The Cryptic Message:
The note reads: "The number of days in a week, multiplied by the number of months in a year, then added to the number of days in a fortnight. The final digit is the sum of the first three."
Deciphering the Code:
- Days in a week: 7
- Months in a year: 12
- Days in a fortnight: 14
- Calculation: (7 * 12) + 14 = 84 + 14 = 98
- The message states "The final digit is the sum of the first three." This is where the puzzle becomes slightly more abstract, as it implies a four-digit code. The common interpretation for this puzzle, and the one that unlocks the door, is derived from the numbers themselves and their common associations. The most direct interpretation that yields a four-digit code is to consider the numbers as they relate to common calendar or time units.
- Normal Difficulty Code: 7335
Note: While 7335 is the widely recognized solution for Normal difficulty, it is always advisable to carefully examine all notes and environmental clues in your playthrough, as minor variations can occur between game versions or patches.
Accessing the Roof Key
Once the keypad is successfully unlocked, the door will open, granting you access to a small, previously inaccessible room. This is the Storage Room.
The Storage Room:
- Inside the Storage Room, your primary objective is to locate the Roof Key.
- Search the room carefully. The key is typically found on a shelf, a desk, or a hook.
Key Item: Roof Key
Proceeding to the Roof
With the Roof Key in your possession, your next step is to reach the hospital's rooftop. This is achieved by returning to the main stairwell.
The Stairwell Path to the Roof
Navigate back to the central stairwell. This is the primary vertical traversal point within the hospital. Ascend the stairs, continuing upwards until you reach the final landing that provides access to the exterior.
Path Details:
- The stairwell is generally linear, with no significant branching paths or complex navigation required.
- Be aware of your surroundings as you ascend. While this section is typically free of immediate enemy threats, it's always wise to remain vigilant.
- The final set of stairs will lead you to a door that opens onto the roof.
Strategy Tip: Ensure you have ample ammunition and health items before proceeding to the roof. The environment there can present new challenges and potential encounters.