Your friendly guide to Resident Evil Outbreak's Normal Mode (6). Learn how to survive the initial outbreak at Jack's Bar and beyond. Get tips and strategies for this classic survival horror scenario.
Resident Evil Outbreak: Normal Mode (6) - The Outbreak Begins!
Alright, so you've booted up Resident Evil Outbreak and you're ready to dive into the chaos. This is the very first scenario, aptly named "Outbreak," and it throws you right into the thick of it. We're starting at Jack's Bar, a place that's about to live up to its name in the worst way possible.
The Setup: A Night at Jack's Bar
It's September 23rd, and things are already getting tense in Raccoon City. The news is buzzing about some trouble at a football game between the Raccoon Sharks and the Old Court Thunders, but hey, who expects things to get *that* bad, right? You'll find yourself with nine other folks at Jack's Bar. We've got a mix of characters here, including:
- Kevin Ryman: An RPD cop, so he's got some training.
- Mark Wilkins: A security guard from SCUTUM.
- Jim Chapman: Works for Kite Bros. Railway.
- George Hamilton: A surgeon from Raccoon General Hospital.
- David King: A quiet plumber.
- Alyssa Ashcroft: A reporter for Raccoon Press.
- Yoko Suzuki: A student from Raccoon University.
- Cindy Lennox: The waitress at Jack's Bar.
And then there are Bob, Mark's friend who's not feeling well, and Will, the bar's cook who's friendly with Cindy.
When Things Go Sideways
So, Will is just doing his job, maybe collecting a dish for Bob, when a strange guy walks into the bar. Before anyone can figure out what's up, this guy bites Will! It's a nasty bite, and Will manages to shove the guy out and lock the door, but it's too late. You'll start hearing banging on the glass and the door – it's a crowd of people, and they're not friendly. These are the first zombies you'll encounter, and they're hungry.
They break in, and sadly, Will becomes their first meal in the bar. Now, everyone knows the score: you need to get out. Your first objective will be to head upstairs to the Rooftop.
Bob's Fate and the Escape
As you try to make your way out, you'll notice Bob isn't doing so hot. He's getting weaker and starts saying he feels "hungry," just like the infected. This is a grim moment. In one version of events, Bob takes his own life to avoid turning into a zombie. In another, he succumbs and turns.
The Raccoon Police Department (RPD) is trying to get a handle on things, and you'll hear calls for evacuation. You'll need to make your way through the increasingly dangerous streets. Keep an eye out for an officer named Arthur who might help you find a way into an apartment building.
The Alleyway and Beyond
The RPD is quickly losing control. You'll eventually be led by another officer, Raymond Douglas, into an alleyway. He'll use his final moments to warn you about a gas tanker nearby. This tanker exploding is a key event that will help clear out some of the undead horde, but it also shows just how bad things have gotten.
After that fiery event, your group will need to find a way through a storm drain, which should lead you out to the Apple Inn. That's your next major checkpoint. Stay sharp, conserve your ammo, and watch out for those shambling horrors!
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