Resident Evil 4 – Unlockable Costumes And Bonus Weapons Guide

TL;DR

  • Unlock bonus content through the Extra Content Shop using Completion Points earned from achievements
  • Achieve S+ ranks by completing campaigns under strict time limits without New Game+
  • Special weapons like Chicago Sweeper and Handcannon provide infinite ammo perks
  • Ashley’s Armor costume makes her invulnerable to enemy attacks
  • Cat Ears accessory grants infinite ammo but requires Professional S+ rank

Resident Evil 4 Remake offers extensive post-game content through its unlockable reward system. These bonus items significantly enhance replay value and provide powerful advantages for subsequent playthroughs.

The game’s progression system requires strategic planning across multiple completions. You’ll need to master different difficulty levels and optimize your approach to collect everything efficiently.

Purchase goodies from the Bonus Content Shop, then go to the Extras menu to equip them.

Purchase goodies from the Bonus Content Shop, then go to the Extras menu to equip them.

All unlockable content becomes available through the main menu’s Bonus Content section. Navigate to Extra Content Shop where each item costs Completion Points, which you accumulate by completing in-game challenges and achievements. After purchasing, equip your new items by selecting Main Story then Extras before starting your campaign.

The ranking system in Resident Evil 4 Remake directly impacts which rewards you can unlock. Different completion times across various difficulty settings determine your final score and available bonuses.

Rank/Score Assisted Difficulty Standard Difficulty Hardcore Difficulty Professional Difficulty
– Unlocked after beating the game once on any of the default difficulty modes
S+
– New Game+ not allowed
Four hours Five hours Five and a half hours Five and a half hours
15 saves or fewer
S Four hours Five hours Five and a half hours Five and a half hours
A 15 hours 12 hours 10 hours 7 hours

For S+ rank attempts, thorough game knowledge becomes essential. You’ll need to master enemy avoidance techniques and optimize your route through each area. Speedrunning strategies become crucial for meeting the strict time limits.

  • New Game+ restrictions mean starting completely fresh with basic equipment and weapon upgrades.
  • Previously unlocked bonus weapons remain accessible through typewriter storage during these runs.
  • The Infinite Rocket Launcher represents the sole exception, available exclusively during New Game+ playthroughs.

Special bonus weapons in Resident Evil 4 Remake provide unique gameplay advantages that can transform your combat experience. Each weapon features a special perk that activates after purchasing all standard upgrades or using the Merchant’s Exclusive Upgrade Ticket (costing 30-40 Spinels).

  • Primal Knife
    • Unlock requirement – Destroy all 16 Clockwork Castellans across any difficulty setting. Our comprehensive Clockwork Castellans guide provides detailed locations.
    • Unique perk – Complete indestructibility; the knife never loses durability during combat.
  • Chicago Sweeper – Known as the Tommy Gun in the original Resident Evil 4.
    • Unlock requirement – Achieve A-rank on Professional difficulty.
    • Unique perk – Unlimited ammunition supply.
  • Handcannon
    • Unlock requirement – Complete Professional difficulty without rank requirements; must be New Game only; cannot use other bonus weapons.
    • Unique perk – Infinite ammunition capacity.

Additionally, one exclusive weapon becomes available during New Game+ runs:

  • Infinite Rocket Launcher – Begin any New Game+ campaign regardless of difficulty. The Merchant sells this devastating weapon for two million pesetas, requiring substantial treasure accumulation and weapon sales preparation.

    These special weapons reward significant gameplay milestones. For comprehensive weapon coverage including standard firearms, consult our detailed Weapons Unlock guide for complete details.

    Costume unlocks in Resident Evil 4 Remake provide both cosmetic variety and practical gameplay benefits. Most standard costumes require simple campaign completion without specific difficulty or time constraints.

    Leon

    • Jacket – Complete campaign on any difficulty.
    • Shirt – Finish the game regardless of completion time.
    • Pinstripe – Standard campaign completion.

    Ashley

    • Jacket – Regular campaign completion.
    • Jacketless – Standard game completion.
    • Armor – Achieve A-rank on Hardcore difficulty or higher. This protective outfit renders Ashley completely immune to enemy damage.
    Leon and Ashley both get cool costumes via DLC. However, since these aren't obtainable through normal play, we won't discuss them further in our unlockables guide.

    Leon and Ashley both get cool costumes via DLC. However, since these aren’t obtainable through normal play, we won’t discuss them further in our unlockables guide.

    For requirements specifying “Hardcore mode or higher,” Professional difficulty completions will also satisfy these conditions. Strategic difficulty selection can help you maximize efficiency when pursuing multiple unlockables.

    Accessories in Resident Evil 4 Remake provide significant gameplay advantages that can dramatically alter your combat effectiveness and survival capabilities.

    Leon

    • Glasses (Lexington) – Standard campaign completion.
    • Sunglasses (Square) – Regular game finish.
    • Sunglasses (Round) – Basic completion requirement.
    • Face Guard – Finish campaign normally.
    • Skull Mask – Standard completion.
    • Foam Mask – Regular campaign finish.
    • Eye Patch – Standard completion.
    • Flight Cap – Basic campaign completion.
    • Glasses (square) – A-rank on Standard difficulty or higher.
    • Iron Helmet – A-rank; Standard or above.
    • Knitted Hat – A-rank; Standard difficulty or higher.
    • Surgical Mask – Hardcore difficulty completion.
    • Flight Helmet – Hardcore or above completion.
    • Glasses (round) – Hardcore difficulty finish.
    • Gas Mask – Professional difficulty completion; activates aim assist regardless of selected difficulty.
    • Wolf Tail – S+ Rank on Assisted difficulty; boosts melee attack damage.
    • Deer Antlers – S+ Rank on Standard difficulty; enhances knife damage output.
    • Chicken Hat – S+ Rank on Hardcore difficulty; reduces incoming damage taken.
    • Cat Ears – S+ Rank on Professional difficulty; provides infinite ammunition for all weapons.

    Ashley

    • Sunglasses (Cat Eye) – Standard campaign completion.

    Resident Evil 4 contains numerous additional mechanics and hidden secrets waiting to be discovered. For broader gameplay guidance, explore our Complete Guide for comprehensive strategies.

    Action Checklist

    • Complete initial campaign to unlock Professional difficulty and Extra Content Shop
    • Destroy all 16 Clockwork Castellans to obtain the indestructible Primal Knife
    • Achieve A-rank on Professional difficulty for Chicago Sweeper
    • Complete Professional difficulty without bonus weapons for Handcannon
    • Pursue S+ ranks across difficulties for exclusive accessories

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