How to get the magnum in Resident Evil 3 Remake from the hospital courtyard

The magnum in Resident Evil is a pretty iconic weapon, and you can grab one of your own in Resident Evil 3. Here’s how.

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The magnum in Resident Evil is a staple weapon of the series, guaranteeing critical headshots on regular zombies and dealing heaps of damage to everything else. It returns with gusto in Resident Evil 3, but it’sslightlyhidden and requires a bit of backtracking. Here’s how to make sure you don’t miss it.

Warning:If you haven’t gotten to the hospital level yet, there may be mild spoilers in this guide.

Escape Raccoon City

Resident Evil 3 isn’t the longest game in the world, but it is a worthwhile experience for fans of the original. You might want to wait for a sale though, given its 5-7 hour gameplay length.

How to get the Magnum in Resident Evil 3

How to get the Magnum in Resident Evil 3

Eventually, you’ll end up in a hospital segment similar to the original Resident Evil 3 on the PlayStation 1. Initially with Carlos, and later with Jill. You won’t be able to get the magnum until you resume control of Jill, after playing Carlos' segment in the hospital.

How to get the Extended Barrel in Resident Evil 3

How to get the Extended Barrel in Resident Evil 3

Unlike the shotgun and handgun, the Magnum only has one upgrade in the game, which makes sense since you unlock far later than any other weapon. The Magnum’s one upgrade is the Extended Barrel, which increases the gun’s already-impressive damage to truly incredible levels. Here’s how you can grab it.

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Rock solid Resident Evil

Althoughit’s a bit short, Resident Evil 3 is a solid remake that provides a healthy dose of zombified nostalgia that’s particularly powerful if you played the original. The magnum will help you dispatch the game’s more powerful enemies later on in the game, although ammo is scarce, so make those shots count!

Related: Our full Resident Evil 3 review

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