Finding the Old Device in the Helipad House
In Resident Evil Requiem, while the classic series puzzles might take a backseat compared to earlier entries, the intensity and intrigue of environmental storytelling and item-based challenges are more present than ever. The Helipad House, a seemingly minor location tucked between intense story beats, proves to be a perfect example. Players looking to proceed will have to engage with a low-key but clever puzzle revolving around a mysterious ‘Old Device’.
Getting the Key: Locating the Double Helix Model
Your journey through the hospital, or Care Center, is marked by collecting three crucial pieces of quartz. Once they’re placed at the lobby doors and you emerge into the next key zone, a distressed helicopter pilot points you toward a mission of his own: head into a house near a clearing, where you’ll need to find a key entrusted to you by his boss.
Upon entering the house, environmental observation is essential. Move through the entryway, turn right, then take the first left to arrive at the house’s large leisure area. Here, amidst glass cases and wine displays, your attention should zero in on the left side of the room. A well-stocked dresser holds several wine bottles, but only one, the Sanguis Virginis, contains what you need. Interact with this bottle to trigger a classic inventory-based puzzle reminiscent of earlier Resident Evil treasures—precise item manipulation is key.
Simply turn the bottle to align the label so it’s clearly visible—it’s a nod to veteran fans who remember similar tactile secrets from past entries in the franchise. Doing so allows you to open the bottle and claim the Double Helix model hidden within. This item is automatically tucked into your inventory and will play a critical role in what comes next.
Unlocking the Old Device: A Key Moment of Progression
With the Double Helix model secured, move to the center of the leisure room where the Old Device sits—a retro piece reminiscent of a vintage radio, immediately catching the eye of any player with an appreciation for classic tech design. From the perspective of the door you entered, this is hard to miss. Place the Double Helix model inside the device to initiate the next phase. Before using it, make sure your inventory is in order and you’re prepared for what lies beyond, as this action acts as a point of no return, propelling the story into its next major sequence.
This moment, while subtle, encapsulates Resident Evil Requiem’s devotion to mixing nostalgia and modernity. Inventory puzzles like this aren’t just obstacles—they act as immersive touchstones, reminding fans why this series continues to enthrall across decades and consoles. Stay alert: the house’s secrets are merely a prelude to what the next area has in store.
