Xeno Crisis

Getting an S Rank means that you can only get hit 0 or 1 time during the entire level.

I personally used Seed 1 for this if you want the exact same map layout.

Here is my run through of The Dunes S Rank. Remember to use the debug and backer menus.


First of all, you will want to bring up the debug menu. On the main menu highlight Options and then hold down , , , and then . Make sure to turn on infinite ammo and infinite grenades. I personally believe that it is best to not put infinite health so you can tell when you get hit. Also change the level to The Dunes. If you want the same map layout as me pick seed 1.

Next you will need to bring up the Backer menu. Go back to the main menu and highlight Options again and then hold down , , , and then and choose backer 7 Jacqui. Also select The Dunes as the starting area.

Make sure to change your difficulty to easy on the options menu.

Co-Op: I personally found that using the second controller trick that I used for my S Rank run through of HQ made the boss battle harder since the boss had double the health. If you wish to still use the second controller co-op trick below is a short explanation.


Some tips to make a successful S run.
- An S rank run means that you can only get hit once.
- When going through rooms always go up when you can get a chance. Side rooms tend to only have survivors and will have a dead end.
- If you use Seed 1 you will get the same map layout.
- To get quick kills against any enemy throw your grenade directly at the enemy. A direct hit will instantly detonate the grenade to kill the enemy quickly.
- Prioritize the enemies that shoot poison at the ground. Throwing a grenade at them and getting a direct hit will instantly kill the turret. There is a cooldown period between grande throws. In the event that you cannot throw a grenade you do have enough time to kill it with your gun, but you must start shooting it immediately. If you have a second delay you have the potential to get hit.
- After the gun turrets I found the flying enemies to be the second hardest enemy because they can quickly move around the map and shoot you.
- You can roll with , so if you are about to get shot try rolling away. Please be aware that if you are shooting it will have a second delay before you can roll.

Boss Battle
This is my absolute favorite boss battle, for there are zero bosses in this level. Enjoy.