One of the most talked-about boss fights in Resident Evil Requiem is The Commander — a CQC-specialist deep inside the ARK facility who fights eerily like the legendary Umbrella operative, HUNK. Whether it’s him or not, one thing is certain: you need to beat him to progress. Here’s exactly how to do it.
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Who Is The Commander?
The Commander is encountered deep in the ARK facility by Leon, and shares the same fighting style as HUNK — the iconic Umbrella Security Service mercenary from earlier Resident Evil titles. The game never confirms his identity, but fans are convinced — especially after he drops the Mortal Edge hatchet, a weapon whose description reads: “A formidable instrument of death.” Sound familiar?
How to Beat The Commander — Resident Evil Guide
| Phase | What Happens | Your Move |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Direct melee assault | Parry attacks, counter with Hatchet |
| Phase 2 | Smoke grenades + steam vents | Stay alert, keep parry ready |
| QTE | Grabs Leon by the throat | Pass the quick-time event or Leon dies |
| Guns? | Completely useless here | Stick to Hatchet only |
Step-by-Step Strategy
🗡️ Step 1: Forget Your Firearms
Firearms are useless in this fight. The parry-and-counter rhythm is the only effective approach — wasting ammo will leave you underprepared for the fights ahead. Equip your Hatchet before entering the fight.
🛡️ Step 2: Master the Parry Timing
The opening phase is entirely about parry timing. Land your parries to stagger him, then follow up with your own strikes. Think of it like the Krauser fight from RE4 Remake — disciplined, rhythmic, and punishing if you panic.
💨 Step 3: Survive the Smoke Phase
He’ll toss smoke grenades and rupture a steam vent to mask his movement. He’ll strike soon enough, so be ready to deflect the blows. Don’t move recklessly — wait for the audio cues and keep your guard up.
⚡ Step 4: Don’t Fail the QTE
When he grabs Leon by the neck, pass the quick-time event (QTE) sequence to survive. Otherwise, Leon’s neck will get snapped like a twig. Stay focused — this moment catches many players off guard.
🏆 Step 5: Claim Your Reward
After defeating The Commander, loot the boss immediately to collect the Mortal Edge Hatchet — one of the best melee weapons in the game.
Why This Fight Matters
Resident Evil has always featured tense human-vs-human boss battles, and The Commander is the best one since Krauser. No ammo-dumping, no running away — just pure combat skill.
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FAQs
Q: Can you use guns to defeat The Commander in Resident Evil Requiem?
A: No — firearms are completely ineffective in this fight. Your only viable strategy is to parry his attacks with the Hatchet and counter-strike.
Q: Is The Commander in Resident Evil Requiem the same as HUNK?
A: The game never officially confirms it, but The Commander’s fighting style, stoic demeanor, and the Mortal Edge hatchet drop have led most fans to believe he is indeed HUNK.
