C4 EXPLOSIVES

Learn how to effectively use C4 explosives in Metal Gear! This guide covers placement, detonation, and strategic trap-setting for enemies and bosses.

Alright, let's talk about C4 in Metal Gear. These are your go-to plastic explosives, perfect for blasting through walls, floors, or setting up some nasty surprises for unsuspecting guards. Think of them as your remote-controlled demolition charges!

How to Use C4:

1. Equip C4: First things first, make sure you've got your C4 selected.
2. Placement: When you approach a wall or floor where you want to place it, Snake will automatically face it. Press the attack button (usually Square on PlayStation) to stick the C4 onto the surface. You can do the same for floors.
3. Detonation: Once placed, you need to get a safe distance away. Then, press the action button (often Triangle on PlayStation) to detonate the charge. Be warned: the blast radius is pretty significant, so make sure you and any allies are clear of the blast zone!

Strategic Uses:

• Laying Traps: This is where C4 really shines. Most soldiers in Metal Gear follow predictable patrol routes. Place a C4 on the floor along their path, then find a good hiding spot. Detonate it just as they walk over it for an instant KO. It's a fantastic way to clear out areas without a direct firefight.
• Boss Fights: C4 can be surprisingly effective against certain bosses. It does a good amount of damage to Vulcan Raven during your warehouse fight. While it won't directly damage the tank, it's incredibly useful for slowing it down almost to a complete stop, making it much easier to handle.

Ammo Upgrades:

Your C4 ammo count increases as you progress through the game, especially after boss fights:

• Initial max ammo: 4
• After Boss 1: 6
• After Boss 2: 8
• After Boss 3: 10
• After Boss 4: 12
• After Boss 5: 14
• After Boss 6: 16
• After Boss 7: Same as above
• After Boss 8: Same as above