With Talos I overrun with formidable creatures that can phase around, telekinetically fling objects while invisible, or transform into everyday objects for a quick ambush attack, it doesn’t work to run at them with a wrench. Prey is a game with guns, but that doesn’t make it a shooter game. More often than not it’s better to avoid fights altogether, relying on resourcefulness and mobility rather than firepower.
Still, there comes a time when a confrontation with the Typhon is unavoidable. Reaching for a pistol or shotgun is second nature in a frightening, quality sci-fi horror game, but the nature of Prey doesn’t always favor such a direct approach. As such, there are five weapons in Prey that players shouldn’t underestimate. A single FlexiFoam Bolt can, in fact, save an entire clip of shotgun ammo if used at the right time.
Practically available from the start, one of the best weapons in the game is the Gloo Cannon. At first glance, it’s a great way to incapacitate fast-moving enemies like Mimics, allowing for follow-up strikes with the wrench, or simply providing a chance to run away. While this is certainly a good use for the gun, there’s so much more it can do. The Gloo Cannon extinguishes fires, clogs up dangerous pipe bursts, and - most useful of all - it can be used to create makeshift ladders, ramps, and jump points. One of the biggest tips for players new to Prey is that movement is always more important than combat. The Gloo Cannon is integral to both.
Similar to the Gloo Cannon in terms of utility is the Stun Gun. This more run-of-the-mill weapon is oftentimes overshadowed by the more uniquely creative Gloo Cannon. Particularly helpful against fast-moving Phantoms, the Stun Gun locks enemies in place, allowing for heavy swings with the wrench or a quick blast with the shotgun. Investing in Gunsmith increases the stun duration. The Stun Gun is also excellent against mechanical enemies like Corrupted Operators.
On the flip side of Gunsmith, the Lab Tech perks are worth acquiring since they allow upgrades to both the Gloo Cannon and one of the other most overlooked weapons in Prey: The Q-Beam. One of the more rare weapons on the station, some players never know it’s in the game at all. It can be obtained as early as Hardware Labs, behind the locked Beams & Waves Lab on the upper floor (near Calvino’s body). The room can be unlocked by repairing the door via the station exterior and is well worth picking up. It’s a laser beam that, when upgraded, can down even the toughest of opponents in a single clip. Beware, however; it does run out of ammo fast.
Since the economy is one of the most important aspects of surviving, Talos I often starts with better ways to recycle materials and farm resources. The Recycler Charge is a quick way to cut out the middleman of making trips to Recyclers and Fabricators, dissolving objects and enemies alike into their raw material form. Recycler Charges can be incredibly deadly weapons in and of themselves, however. When placed directly on an enemy they deal tremendous amounts of damage, and can also be used to clear obstacles, such as cargo containers or debris, blocking the way.
Then there’s the Huntress Boltcaster: Trashed by most players who consider it a joke item, this tool actually has several creative uses, especially in Prey's New Game Plus mode when resources are strained. Firstly, FlexiFoam Bolts make (rather cute) squeaky noises when hitting surfaces. These are a low-budget distraction, as opposed to the more rare Typhon Lures. Secondly, it’s a great way to deal with Cystoids in the game’s later levels. Since the small explosive enemies are attracted to movement, they’ll sail towards the FlexiFoam Bolt, ignoring Morgan and detonating themselves on the decoy. Lastly, but probably the most useful aspect of the gun is that the Bolts can be used to press buttons and affect electronic screens at a distance. Several of the game's locked areas can be accessed by firing a dart at a door’s ‘unlock’ button, or at a Workstation screen. It’s worth playing Prey more cleverly, and conserving ammo can reward creativity in unexpected ways.
Prey can be played on PlayStation 4, Xbox One. and PC.
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