{"id":38329,"date":"2024-10-15T12:57:33","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T03:57:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automaton-media.com\/en\/?p=38329"},"modified":"2024-10-15T19:12:34","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T10:12:34","slug":"silent-hill-2-remake-how-to-survive-the-first-pyramid-head-encounter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automaton-media.com\/en\/tips\/silent-hill-2-remake-how-to-survive-the-first-pyramid-head-encounter\/","title":{"rendered":"Silent Hill 2 Remake: How to survive the first Pyramid Head encounter\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After solving the clock puzzle in the Otherworld version of Blue Creek Apartments, you will come face-to-face with the\u2026 erm, face of the Silent Hill 2 <\/strong>remake: the Pyramid Head. This lugging horror blocks your path out of the apartments and back to the Fog World. Fighting a Pyramid Head so early into the game may seem like a daunting task, but this first battle is actually a timed encounter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The first Pyramid Head fight is a test of patience <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like in the original game, an invisible timer starts once the Pyramid Head encounter begins. The Pyramid Head will automatically leave after about three minutes, but dealing damage causes the timer to move faster. Depending on how many resources you have, you can either avoid combat or attack him with your Handgun and Wooden Plank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No matter the decision, dodging Pyramid Head is a must <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Pyramid Head solely deals melee damage, either with his Great Knife or his left hand. The Great Knife moves are the easiest to spot, as the Pyramid Head has a lengthy wind-up before a horizontal or vertical strike. He will sometimes chain these attacks together, so be wary of any follow-ups. Thankfully, the invincibility frames of James\u2019 dodge move will allow you to avoid taking damage no matter which direction you dodge in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When he isn\u2019t going at you with his iconic weapon, the Pyramid will attempt some cheeky grabs and hand strikes. With the exception of the hand strike, all of the Pyramid Head\u2019s attacks deal large amounts of damage. Unless you want to hit the dirt before those three minutes are up, I suggest avoiding him as much as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The cages around the arena can work both for and against you <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Considering you want to put as much distance as possible between you and the Pyramid Head, the cages scattered around the arena make for some good cover. The Pyramid Head will have to break the cages to get within striking distance, so use this time to either deal damage or run away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inversely, you might find yourself getting caught on the cages when kiting the Pyramid Head. Getting stuck on the geography is the last thing you want to happen to you, so be sure to watch where you\u2019re going, lest you find yourself in a dead end.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Three minutes isn\u2019t enough for the Pyramid Head to break all of the cages, but you should make a mental note of the more barren areas of the arena. Having nothing between you and the Pyramid Head means he can make a beeline straight for your malleable face. Make sure this doesn\u2019t happen by leading him to parts of the arena where more cages can be found. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trade-off for the Pyramid Head\u2019s slow movement is his high damage output. He won\u2019t be able to keep up with you most of the time, but he\u2019ll definitely let you know when you\u2019ve slipped up. Be mindful of the distance between the both of you and soon enough you\u2019ll hear a siren wailing in the distance, signifying the end of the encounter. Just be sure not to hit him as he is leaving, as he\u2019ll take offense and retaliate! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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