Lost Planet: Extreme Condition Akrid and boss tactics: target orange weak points
Read attack openings and avoid wasting ammunition on armored surfaces.
Edition covered
Original Extreme Condition campaign: Xbox 360 release in 2006, PC in 2007 and PS3 in 2008. Images show the original PC edition. Colonies Edition additional modes and Lost Planet 2 systems are outside this scope.
Akrid target selection
Many Akrid expose orange vulnerable tissue. Inspect the creature as it turns, attacks or recovers and aim at the exposed section. Repeated fire into a protected shell can consume a large stock of ammunition for little practical progress.
| Visual cue | Response | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Orange exposed tissue | Aim directly at it | Spraying the outer shell. |
| Attack windup | Prepare a dodge | Starting a long reload in the open. |
| Recovery after attack | Take the clear shot | Remaining still for the next swing. |
| Small supporting Akrid | Clear immediate pressure | Ignoring them during a long boss aim. |
Arena decisions
A boss arena supplies both hazards and opportunities. Identify cover, energy pickups and heavy weapons before committing to a firing position. Change position between attack windows rather than trying to aim continuously while the boss closes the distance.
| Arena feature | Useful action | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Energy drop | Collect during a safe gap | Sustain the attempt. |
| Heavy gun | Save for a clear opening | Efficient damage. |
| High ledge | Check anchor access | Improve line of sight. |
| Solid obstacle | Use against direct fire | Create a reset position. |
Use the anchor for positioning
The anchor reaches suitable surfaces and can help gain elevation or access a ledge. It is a movement tool with reach and placement constraints. Do not assume every distant wall or moving creature provides a valid attachment point.
Infantry requires a different response
Human soldiers use guns and cover rather than the same visible anatomy as a large Akrid. Keep a portable firearm ready for them, use terrain and avoid spending every heavy round on a minor target while a larger threat remains.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Publisher game description and pictures | store.steampowered.com |
| Original publisher manual | store.steampowered.com |