As in the original Resident Evil 4, the remake hides a number of secrets and mysteries. Some drive the story forward, others are optional and unlock valuable treasures. This guide covers the solutions for all puzzles players will encounter.
Guides for Resident Evil 4
How to solve the hexagonal emblem puzzle in the valley
In the second chapter players return their gear and meet the merchant for the first time. Explore the valley, face more foes, and locate the hexagonal eagle emblem. It sits above a building to the right of the entrance. After securing the emblem, head back to the merchant and place it on the closed door. The correct sequence is required for success and will unlock the path ahead.
How to open a padlock in the village main house
To solve this puzzle, head to the second floor and read the book. For a quicker route, set these symbols from left to right: Harvest, Pig, Child. This alignment will unlock the mechanism and open new routes for your progress.
The crystal ball inside the house holds another small challenge. Place the ball on the door on the second floor and rotate the inner spheres to form the intended symbol, revealing the next step in the mystery.
How to find the hexagonal pieces and solve the puzzle
In the third chapter you reach the Quarry. After dealing with the infected dogs, move forward to stand beside the merchant. A red box sits in front of him; examining it yields Hexagon Piece A. Continue onward to the Fish Hatchery. At the far end, jump off the wooden platform, turn around, and crawl beneath it to discover another red box containing Hexagonal Detail B. The final hexagonal piece comes from completing the main quest. Near the chapel in the small cave described earlier, solve the puzzle and enter. A small chest sits to the right—inspect it for a crucial clue.
Finally, return to the pier where the boat was found. Place all hex pieces and solve the final puzzle. The solution can be executed in a straightforward sequence on normal difficulty: turn left, flip the top, then turn left twice and go upstairs once.
How to solve the symbol puzzle in the Chapel in the great cave
The story drives you to investigate two map points. Enter the cave, dock the boat, and push through the enemies. Climb the stairs up the hill until reaching the puzzle. A careful look around reveals painted symbols that unlock the path forward. The solution relies on reading the nearby symbols and aligning them as shown in the design to progress.
As a result, the correct combination yields Heretics head and paves the way to further revelations in the fortress and beyond.
How to solve the symbol puzzle in the chapel in the small cave
Head northeast to reach the cave. Inside lies another puzzle that blocks progress in the plot. Solve it by using the specified symbols to reveal the next segment of the journey. Correct alignment leads to advancement in the campaign and access to essential items kept within the chamber.
Ultimately, solving this set grants The head of a blasphemer, moving the narrative forward and unlocking new exploratory options in the vicinity.
How to solve the puzzle in the church
Enter the church and inspect the chest on the right for a blue control button. Approach the altar and pull the yellow lever on the left. Insert the retrieved handle into the rack with other handles. A display area is available for a short time, during which you can try different configurations to unlock the treasure room and reveal hidden rewards. Before exiting, consider grabbing a small key and returning to the church after reaching the typewriter room to collect the treasure. Then return to the altar, rotate the red, blue, and green knobs, and look for the image that confirms the correct setup.
Plans for updating this guide are in the works, with fresh details and tips added as newer sections are solved.
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Source: VG Times