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[04-01-05] Octabrain [Flying]
Duke Nukem 3D

[04-01-05] Octabrain [Flying]

Learn about the Octabrain in Duke Nukem 3D, including its health (175), attacks (Energy Burst, Bite), and recommended weapons.

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Learn about the Octabrain in Duke Nukem 3D, including its health (175), attacks (Energy Burst, Bite), and recommended weapons.

Health: 175

Attacks: Energy Burst (Projectile), Bite (Melee)

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Octabrains are common enemies found throughout Duke Nukem 3D, possessing free range of motion.
  2. 2
    Their primary attack is a slow-moving Energy Burst projectile that is easy to avoid at medium to long range. This projectile also disperses over time.
  3. 3
    If you engage an Octabrain in melee range, it will attempt to bite you.
  4. 4
    Despite their high health, Octabrains are considered average enemies.
  5. 5
    Be aware that Octabrains have a limited ability to avoid projectiles.
  6. 6
    They appear to have some form of damage reduction, as they may take varying numbers of shots to defeat with the same weapon.

Recommended Weapons:

  • Close Range: Shotgun (2-3 shots) or Chaingun (~16 shots)
  • Long Range: RPG or Devastator
Tips
  • Maintain medium to long range to easily dodge the Octabrain's Energy Burst attack.
  • Be cautious of their bite attack if you get too close.
  • Remember their occasional projectile evasion when planning your attacks.
  • Consider the damage reduction they may exhibit when choosing your weapon and engagement distance.

Drops: None

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