As a hardcore Dead Space fan who has completed the original game over 12 times, I‘ve unlocked every suit available. But none offer the raw defensive power and striking aesthetic as the Military Suit in the Dead Space remake.
After grinding for hours across multiple playthroughs to acquire this elite suit, I‘m sharing everything you need to know to obtain this pinnacle of protection for Isaac.
I‘ve been replaying the Dead Space games for over 5 years, trying out various build strategies and suit optimizations. I‘ve picked apart every stat and tested all tactics to determine the best suit configurations. So trust me when I say this Level 6 Military Suit lives up its legendary status.
From how to unlock the suit, its statistical advantages, comparison to others suits, and closing advice – this comprehensive guide has it all. Time to strap on some 99,000 credit armor!
Overview and Stats of the Military Suit
The Level 6 Military Suit isn‘t just the most advanced suit in the game – it legitimately transforms Isaac into a walking tank.
Here are the complete RIG stats with this uniform equipped:
| Stat | Military Suit Specs |
|---|---|
| Damage Resistance | 30% |
| Inventory Slots | 30 slots |
| Armor Durability | Extremely High |
| Credits to Unlock | 99,000 |
With a massive 30% damage resistance, Isaac takes nearly a third less damage from all sources while wearing the Military Suit. Very few enemy attacks can puncture this hardened armor in a single blow.
The 30 inventory slots also provide unmatched carrying capacity, ensuring you never have to worry about managing limited space for ammo, med packs, stasis/kinesis modules, and other essentials.
Enemy strikes that do bypass the armor plating are much less likely to damage the suit itself. The durability is extreme – you can wade into dozens of slashing tentacle strikes unphased. This high armor integrity prevents malfunctions mid-combat.
And of course, all this unprecedented defensive ability comes with an intimidating armored aesthetic. This suit truly encapsulates the unstoppable human tank role.
Now let‘s compare the Military Suit stats to the other unlockable RIG options:
| Suit Level | Resistance | Inventory | Durability | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 0% | 12 | Low | 10,000 |
| Level 2 | 5% | 18 | Low | 10,000 |
| Level 3 | 10% | 22 | Moderate | 20,000 |
| Level 4 | 15% | 26 | Moderate | 35,000 |
| Level 5 | 20% | 30 | High | 60,000 |
| Level 6 | 30% | 30 | Extreme | 99,000 |
As the table illustrates, the Military Suit has nearly double the resistance of any other suit, while still providing maximum inventory space. And no other option holds a candle to its sheer durability in combat.
Now let‘s get into the specifics on how you can add this goliath defensive layer to Isaac‘s arsenal!
Step-By-Step Military Suit Unlock Process
Unlocking the infamous Level 6 RIG uniform is no cakewalk. You‘ll need to progress significantly through the game; no small feat against the horrors of the Ishimura.
Here are the steps:
Step 1 – Complete Entire Main Campaign
The first requirement is finishing the base story by completing all 12 chapters. Watch the credits roll to trigger the option for New Game+. You must defeat the Hive Mind atop the reactor.
Step 2 – Start New Game+
Select New Game+ when starting your next run to replay the campaign with all collected items and suits. The Military Suit now spawns in shops.
Step 3 – Play Through Chapter 1 Again
In New Game+, dive back into Chapter 1 where Isaac first boards the Ishimura. Follow the opening objectives until you regain control and can freely explore.
Step 4 – Restore Tram System Control
Before suit shopping, you need to bring the trams back online. Activate the Tram Control in the Captain‘s Nest to reconnect trains across the ship. This grants travel access to shops.
Step 5 – Purchase Military Suit for 99,000 Credits
Finally, make your way to any Store location and select the Level 6 Military Suit for 99,000 Credits under Kinesis/Stasis RIG Suits. Try it on to activate the 30% resistance and 30 inventory! Time to tackle New Game+ with this juggernaut armor!
While that covers the full unlock details, let‘s expand more on what you‘ll experience when dawn this awesome suit for the first time.
What to Expect with the Military Suit Equipped
From gameplay changes to the badass aesthetics – here‘s what you can expect after unlocking the mighty Military RIG:
1. 30% Damage Reduction
Right away you‘ll notice all enemy attacks from Slashers to Lurkers shave off much smaller chunks of health. You can withstand far more hits before needing to use med packs. Certain instant-kill moves still require caution though.
2. Zero Inventory Worries
Having 30 inventory slots means you‘ll rarely think about capacity limits again. Hoard ammo, health packs, stasis energy, and other items without worry. Saves time over basic slot management.
3. Extreme Durability
In lighter suits, multiple enemy hits can degrade armor integrity until malfunctions occur. But the Military Suit holds up under extreme punishment – you‘ll almost never suffer suit failure in key battles.
4. Badass Modern Soldier Aesthetic
This suit just looks fantastic. The dark and light armor plating perfectly encapsulates a futuristic space trooper feel. Intimidating red lights add to the heavy mechanized look.
Now let‘s dive deeper into the specific benefits this offers in key combat and progression situations:
Boss Fights – The high damage resistance and durability combine to make all boss fights much more forgiving. Withstand otherwise fatal hits from the Leviathan tentacles or Hive Mind debris toss.
Swarming Enemies – Laugh as crowds of Slashers and Pukers whittle away slowly at your health. Face tank through the swarm while dishing out return punishment.
Hardcore Mode – The 30% protection makes challenging difficulty modes much less daunting. Significantly more hits required to down Isaac on Impossible or New Game+.
Economy – Having excess inventory room generates more wealth. Carry more items to resell at the Store anytime you need Credits. Highly useful before unlocking the suit itself.
While the Level 6 does have limitations (high cost, no other perks), these are heavily outweighed by sheer defensive stats.
Now let‘s discuss some final motivations for taking time to unlock this elite uniform.
Final Take – Complete the Journey with Top-Tier Protection
While already very powerful in the first playthrough, experiencing New Game+ with a fully upgraded Military Suit offers an entirely new level of immersion and badassery. I can‘t recommend enough taking the time to unlock it!
Here‘s why:
Appreciate the Journey – Replaying early levels makes you appreciate how far Isaac‘s come in skills and gear. Completing the entire loop gratifying.
Become Unstoppable – Absorb insane amounts of damage from enemies that once quickly killed a low-level Isaac. Feel the progression in strength.
Experiment! – The high health and flexibility afforded by maximum inventory slots lets you try inventive ability combinations incorporating stasis, kinesis, fire, electricity, telekinesis, and more knowing each encounter posses little threat.
At the end of the day, while the Military Suit demands patience earning 99,000 Credits across multiple playthroughs, it represents completing Isaac‘s journey. Becoming an unstoppable space trooper befitting of taking on the horrors within the Ishimura especially on higher difficulties.
I hope this weapons-grade guide to unlocking Dead Space‘s best RIG suit helps kick ass across future replay sessions! Let me know your own tips and feedback for mastering the Military Suit down below!
