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[04-01-04] Recon Patrol Vehicle (RPV) [Mechanical] [Flying]
Duke Nukem 3D

[04-01-04] Recon Patrol Vehicle (RPV) [Mechanical] [Flying]

Learn how to defeat the RPV in Duke Nukem 3D. These flying vehicles have 150 health and attack with laser blasts.

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Learn how to defeat the RPV in Duke Nukem 3D. These flying vehicles have 150 health and attack with laser blasts.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    The RPV is a grey, airborne vehicle with a shark design on its sides and "L.A.R.D" painted on its belly.
  2. 2
    These vehicles attack from the sky using laser blasts. They can perform fly-by attacks with inaccurate blasts or hover in front of you for more accurate shots.
  3. 3
    RPVs are fast and difficult to hit when moving. They can also maneuver out of the way of projectile weapons while in motion.
  4. 4
    Wait until the RPV is hovering and shooting to attack it, as this is when it is most vulnerable.
  5. 5
    Warning: Killing an RPV will cause a Pig Cop to spawn from the wreckage 100% of the time. If you are low on health or ammo, it may be better to avoid engaging them.
Tips
  • Recommended weapons when the RPV is hovering include the RPG (1 shot), Shotgun (2 shots), or Chaingun (~10 shots).
  • Avoid engaging RPVs if you are low on health or ammo, as a Pig Cop will always spawn upon destruction.

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