As a long-time Resident Evil fanatic, I‘ve analyzed the series‘ weapons extensively. Across over 25 playthroughs, no gun rivals the CQBR assault rifle‘s destructive potential.
Unupgraded, it already outpaces any automatic firearm. But fully enhancing this monster makes it borderline broken. It dominates any enemy, even on Professional difficulty.
That raw stopping power comes at a cost though. The CQBR lurks behind a complex library puzzle in Chapter 10. Surviving harsh encounters along the way tests your skill.
But the payoff proves well worth these trials. Once secured and upgraded, no adversary endures your rifle‘s apocalyptic barrage for long.
This guide will walk you through obtaining, empowering, and unleashing the CQBR to conquer Resident Evil 4 Remake.
A History of Dominance in Resident Evil Lore
While new to the RE4 remake, the CQBR has established lore across the series:
- Originated in Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City
- Also appeared in Resident Evil 6 and Umbrella Corps
- Wielded by the Umbrella Security Services (U.S.S.)
- Known for high-capacity magazines and automatic fire
This rifle‘s blistering rate of fire and stopping power have terrorized protagonists for years. It only fits that players now get to wield that lethality themselves.
But securing this weapon for your own loadout remains a challenge…
Braving the Haunted Library‘s Labyrinth
The CQBR lurks inside a concealed northern wall cache of the castle‘s Library area. Reaching and unlocking it takes skill:
As Chapter 10 begins, enter through the dining hall‘s eastern wing:
- Weave through bookshelves while defeating Armored opponents
- Use explosives to breach barricaded doorways
- Mind gaping holes in the floor as you navigate
- Locate the rear stairs to reach the second level
Avoid or defeat hostiles to conserve health items and ammo. The journey ahead only grows more arduous…
Obtaining the Critical Cubic Device
Solving the wall puzzle to unlock the rifle requires the Cubic Device item. Retrieving this essential key comes midway through Chapter 9:
- After escaping the Verdugo as Ashley, search the dead merchant‘s cart
- Locate and open the blue supply crate to secure the key
Once Chapter 10 begins, access your key items inventory. Examine the Cubic Device before starting the library area to ensure you still have this vital puzzle piece.
Solving the Secret Wall Cache Puzzle
After fighting through the library, approach its northern rear corner to find the concealed rifle wall cache.
Interact with it to begin the puzzle:
- Take out the Cubic Device and examine it
- Press L2/R2 to rotate until an open slot shape appears along one face
- Align this opening perfectly with the wall‘s central locking notch
- Once positioned accurately, the key will lock into place
- The wall then opens, revealing the highly coveted CQBR Assault Rifle!
With this destructive weapon finally in hand, it‘s time to showcase its true, terrifying potential.
Unleashing the Rifle‘s True Power Via Upgrades
Before flaunting your new firearm‘s strengths, enhancing the CQBR through upgrades proves essential:
Here‘s what each available upgrade offers across multiple playthroughs:
| Upgrade | NG | NG+ | NG++ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | Up to +180% | Up to +270% | Up to +330% |
| Ammo Capacity | Up to +36 | Up to +44 | Up to +50 |
| Reload Speed | Up to +30% | Up to +45% | Up to +55% |
As the tables show, upgrading the CQBR whenever possible makes it deadlier than any other weapon.
The Power upgrade in particular drastically outpaces flat increases to other firearms. Combined with its high native fire rate, no monster can withstand the dps for long.
Dominating RE4‘s Toughest Adversaries
My fully upgraded CQBER rifle has decimated every Resident Evil 4 enemy I‘ve encountered:
- El Gigantes drop before even attacking
- Garradors die mid-leap
- Regenerators and Iron Maidens disintegrate
- Adjule parasitic horrors perish in seconds
- Even final bosses fall rapidly
Professional mode proves no different. No foe has survived my +330% damage CQBR‘s bullet storm:
"The CQBR‘s sheer power stuns me every playthrough. A few pulls of the trigger and even extreme threats turn to mush." – Albert Reys, Resident Evil speedrunner
With such phenomenal damage output, ammo does drain quickly. But that‘s a fair price for wielding what is essentially a fully automatic grenade launcher.
When combined with the exclusive firepower of a maxed-out Broken Butterfly Magnum, no evil stands a chance.
Final Impressions on a Future Iconic Weapon
The CQBR Assault Rifle stands poised to take its place among Resident Evil‘s most iconic weapons. It already overwhelms the RE4 Remake experience.
We can expect future franchise entries to reflect on the rifle‘s impact and lore. Perhaps we may even see its return as a endgame-tier gun like the classic Chicago Typewriter.
For now, no firearm compares to the CQBR‘s lethal blend of blistering fire rate, strong accuracy, and extreme damage potential. It epitomizes RE4‘s shift to action-oriented horror.
If you have any other questions about mastering this devastating weapon, don‘t hesitate to ask!
