St. Mary's Hospital

Navigate the treacherous, flooded halls of St. Mary's Hospital on Seattle Day 1 as Ellie in The Last of Us Part II and overcome infected and human foes.

Navigate the treacherous halls of St. Mary's Hospital as Ellie in Seattle Day 1. This section is a crucial turning point, filled with tense encounters and vital story progression. Prepare for infected and human enemies alike as you search for a cure.

St. Mary's Hospital Walkthrough

Upon entering St. Mary's Hospital, you'll find yourself in a dimly lit, flooded environment. The initial areas are relatively straightforward, but the deeper you go, the more dangerous it becomes. Your primary objective is to locate the hospital's pharmacy, which holds the key to your next step in finding a cure. scavenge thoroughly; medical supplies are abundant here, and you'll need every health kit you can craft.

Navigating the Hospital

The hospital is a maze of corridors, patient rooms, and operating theaters. Many of these areas are flooded, forcing you to swim and increasing your vulnerability. Keep an eye out for infected lurking in the water or behind doors. The most common threats you'll encounter are Runners and Stalkers, but be prepared for the occasional Clicker. Utilize stealth whenever possible, using the environment to break line of sight and perform stealth takedowns. Listen carefully for enemy movements and vocalizations.

Key Locations and Objectives

• Main Entrance: The initial entry point. Expect a few infected here.
• Flooded Corridors: These sections require swimming. Move slowly and scan for threats.
• Patient Rooms: Often contain crafting materials and sometimes hidden collectibles.
• Operating Theaters: These larger rooms can be challenging due to open spaces.
• Pharmacy: Your main objective. It's typically located on an upper floor and is heavily guarded.

Combat Strategies

When direct combat is unavoidable, prioritize headshots with your firearms. Your pistol is effective against Runners and Stalkers, while the shotgun is crucial for dealing with Clickers and larger groups. Molotov cocktails and pipe bombs are excellent for crowd control and can stagger tougher enemies. Remember to use your Listen Mode to track enemy positions, especially in areas with poor visibility. Crafting throwable items and health kits on the fly is essential for survival.

Collectibles

St. Mary's Hospital is home to several important collectibles, including Workbenches for weapon upgrades, Artifacts, and Safes. The safe codes are often found on nearby notes or by observing the environment. For example, one safe might require a code found on a patient's chart. Thorough exploration is key to finding these items, which can significantly aid your progression.

Progression

After securing what you need from the pharmacy, you'll need to find an exit route. This often involves navigating through more flooded sections and dealing with escalating enemy encounters. The hospital sequence culminates in a significant story event, so be prepared for a challenging but rewarding experience.