Chunk
Complete Chunk boss fight guide for Resident Evil Requiem: kitchen location, headshot weakness, attack patterns, best weapons, and step-by-step strategy.
Rhodes Hill Care Center - Kitchen/Cafeteria
High
Headshots and explosive damage
MSBG 500 Shotgun
Kitchen Key / progression
Chunk is a bloated, oversized mutant encountered by Leon during his investigation of Rhodes Hill. It is first seen feeding on a corpse in the kitchen area, and it serves as the first real boss of Leon’s campaign.
Overview
Chunk is slow but extremely durable. Its massive head is the weak point, and it is vulnerable to shotgun blasts and explosive damage. The fight takes place in the cafeteria, which has tables and pillars that can be used to kite the boss.
Reward
Defeating Chunk drops the Kitchen Key, which opens the path to the church courtyard and the next story sequence.
Visual Guide
Raises both arms and slams the ground in a wide hitbox.
Despite its size, it charges a short distance.
Vomits a pool of acid that lingers on the floor.
Tries to grab Leon at close range for massive damage.
Pick up the MSBG 500
Before entering the kitchen, grab the shotgun from the pantry.
Stockpile shells
Load up on shotgun shells and keep your distance from Chunk.
Aim for the head
Headshots maximize damage and stagger potential. Body shots do very little.
Kite with tables and pillars
Use cafeteria furniture to keep Chunk at a distance while you reload.
Finish the final phase
Chunk moves faster and leaves acid trails in the last phase. Stay at mid-range and finish with the shotgun.
- Shotgun blasts to the head will stagger Chunk, allowing you to reload or reposition.
- Don't waste handgun ammo on body shots.
- If you get cornered, use the dodge button to slip past the grab attack.
- Acid trails restrict movement; plan your path around the cafeteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chunk's weakness?
Chunk's massive head is the weak point. Shotgun headshots stagger it and deal the most damage.
What is the best weapon against Chunk?
The MSBG 500 shotgun is the best choice, found in the pantry before the kitchen.
Where do you fight Chunk?
The fight takes place in the Rhodes Hill Care Center kitchen and cafeteria.
What do you get for beating Chunk?
Chunk drops the Kitchen Key, which opens the path to the church courtyard.
About This Boss Guide
This Chunk boss guide is part of the Requiem Guide database. We test each boss on multiple difficulties to record accurate attack patterns, weaknesses, and weapon recommendations.
For the full chapter context, check the linked walkthrough. For weapon stats and locations, visit the weapons guide.
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