Resident Evil 2: 10 Secrets & Weapons Everyone Totally Missed

If you're that much of a machine that you can do the LE-5 requirements, why not push for an S+ rank instead? All you need to do is complete the main game in less than two and half hours, or two for any character's 2nd run. The catch between S and S+ is that you must save no more than three times.

Unlike the old caveats of not using healing items affecting the rank, these are purely based on time. That being said, Hardcore is hardcore for a reason, so you want to err on the side of caution and not get hit often, because it hurts. But once you've got your route locked in, look at the sweet rewards.

This devastating weapon kills the majority of enemies, downs Mr. X for a period of time, and finishes most bosses in a few well aimed shots.

The best bit of all, though? No splash damage, so you can stare danger in the face before you blow it up.