Mastering Inventory Management: What You Can’t Discard in Resident Evil Village

In Resident Evil Village, inventory management is a crucial aspect of survival horror. Ethan Winters has limited space, forcing players to make tough choices. While you can sell or eventually discard some items, certain key items and weapons are permanently affixed to your inventory until the game deems them obsolete or necessary for progression. Generally, weapons and items marked with the “cannot discard” symbol are permanent fixtures in your inventory. These are essential for puzzle solving or combat, or are directly tied to the game’s storyline.

Understanding Immovable Inventory

It’s critical to recognize those items that you simply cannot get rid of. This knowledge allows you to make informed decisions about what can be sold to the Duke or stored while planning your next excursion into the perilous world of Resident Evil Village. Understanding this also minimizes wasted time trying to drop/discard an item and prevents frustration.

• Weapons: Your arsenal, vital for survival, is generally non-discardable. You can sell weapons to the Duke, but you cannot simply drop them. If you sell a weapon and regret it later, the Duke will allow you to buy it back with all attachments. Weapons take up a lot of inventory space.
• Key Items Essential for Progression: These items are critical for solving puzzles and advancing the story. The “cannot discard” symbol clearly marks these. Examples are the various crests, keys, and components required to unlock new areas or defeat bosses.
• Story-Related Items: Certain items are tied directly to the narrative. Discarding these would break the game’s progression. These often appear as quest items or items needed for specific cutscenes.
• Upgraded Weapons: Upgraded weapons cannot be discarded; however, they can be sold to the Duke as stated above. Selling upgraded weapons is one of the main ways to get Lei.

Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs) About Discarding Items in Resident Evil Village

1. Can I Drop Weapons I Don’t Want Anymore?

No, you cannot directly drop weapons in Resident Evil Village. The only way to remove a weapon from your inventory is to sell it to the Duke. He will always be willing to buy it back, complete with all upgrades and attachments, if you change your mind.

2. What is the “Cannot Discard” Symbol?

The “cannot discard” symbol is an icon (often a crossed-out trash can) that appears on an item’s inventory icon. This signifies that the item is essential for progression, combat, or story purposes, and cannot be removed from your inventory through normal means.

3. Can I Ever Discard Key Items?

Yes, certain key items can be discarded once they have served their purpose. The game will usually indicate this by displaying a trash can icon in the lower left corner of the item’s icon in the inventory. This signifies that the item is no longer needed and can be safely discarded to free up inventory space. Bolt cutters are one example.

4. Is There Item Storage in Resident Evil Village?

Unlike some previous Resident Evil games, there is no traditional item box or storage system in Resident Evil Village. Your inventory is your only storage space for weapons, ammo, healing items, and key items.

5. Can I Sell Items to the Duke?

Yes, you can sell items to the Duke, the merchant in Resident Evil Village. He buys weapons, treasures, and other valuable items in exchange for Lei, the game’s currency, which can be used to purchase upgrades, weapons, and supplies.

6. Should I Sell My Old Weapons After Getting New Ones?

Generally, it’s a good idea to sell older weapons once you acquire more powerful ones. This frees up valuable inventory space. The Duke will always sell back any weapons you previously sold.

7. What Items Should I Prioritize Selling to the Duke?

Prioritize selling treasures like the Crystal Skull, Wooden Angel Statue, Crimson Glass, and Lady Dimitrescu Crystal. These items have no other use than to be sold for Lei. Also, sell Crystal Fragments as soon as possible.

8. Is the F2 Sniper Rifle Worth Keeping?

Yes, the F2 Sniper Rifle is an excellent weapon and is worth keeping throughout most of the game. When fully upgraded, it becomes incredibly powerful.

9. Should I Buy Ammo from the Duke?

Buying ammo from the Duke can be helpful, especially if you’re struggling with a particular section or boss. However, it’s often more efficient to conserve ammo and only buy it in emergencies.

10. What is the Strongest Weapon in Resident Evil Village?

The S.T.A.K.E. Magnum is the most powerful weapon in Resident Evil Village, with a base power of 200 when fully upgraded. The M1851 Wolfsbane is also a powerful weapon.

11. What is the Best Weapon to use?

The F2 Sniper Rifle is considered the best weapon to use. The SYG-12 shotgun, Dragoon, GM79, Pipe Bombs, WCX, and the S.T.A.K.E.

12. Should I Sell the Lemi Pistol?

Yes, you should sell the LEMI pistol once you acquire the M1911. The M1911 is a superior weapon.

13. What is the Purpose of the Screwdriver?

The screwdriver is used to open the locked box on the front lawn of Luiza’s house after escaping, allowing you to obtain the Demon Crest.

14. What Do I Do with Treasures Like the Crystal Skull?

Sell treasures like the Crystal Skull to the Duke for Lei. They serve no other purpose.

15. What Should I do with Charms for Weapons?

The Mr. Raccoon Weapon Charm can only be combined with the M1897 shotgun. It is a small charm that will be at the front of the gun and provides no benefit to the weapon itself. It is purely cosmetic.

Maximizing Your Inventory

Careful planning and strategic selling are key to surviving Resident Evil Village. Understand what can and cannot be discarded, and prioritize acquiring more powerful weapons to help the player decide what to sell or discard. Sell treasures and items that you do not need to acquire new weapons or upgrade present weapons. By mastering the inventory management system, players can better handle the dangers that lie ahead. To learn more about game design and the educational aspects of gaming, consider exploring resources available through organizations such as the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org. GamesLearningSociety.org provides valuable insights and resources on integrating gaming into education and understanding the broader impact of games on society.