Dead Space Remake: How to Beat the Hive Mind (Final Boss Fight)

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The final act of Chapter 12 in sees players take on the final boss known as the Hive Mind, a massive amalgamation that represents the final Necromorph Isaac must beat before escaping Aegis VII and the events of the USG Ishimura. Unfortunately, this boss fight stands as a point of no return, so players do not have an opportunity to go back to a Store Kiosk or upgrade bench once the battle starts. However, a quick trip to either of these stations for final supplies or enhancements helps players get prepared for this challenging battle, especially if any spare power nodes or semiconductors are yet to be spent until this final chapter of the story.

Ammunition always remains a key factor in tackling this elevated enemy, as players should have their base four weapons fully equipped against the Hive Mind. With enough upgrades applied to 's various weapons, players can have increased ammo capacity, damage, and reload speeds that improve their chances for victory. The best weapons to take into this boss fight are the iconic Plasma Cutter and the rapid-fire Plasma Rifle. While the former demands precise shots at the Hive Mind's weak points, the latter gives players room to be less accurate with more shots at the cost of damage to create a balance between both weapons.

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When the initial cinematic introduces players to the Hive Mind, they are thrust into battle as the creature slams tentacles into the platform as its primary attack. Five glowing yellow eye clusters indicate weak spots on the Hive Mind, a similar experience to the Leviathan boss in Chapter 6. The player's objective revolves around dealing enough damage with their weapons in to destroy every cluster.