Level 4-2
Data Core
Infiltrate the city's central Data Core facility, a vast server complex where information flows like rivers. This level introduces data stream hazards and teaches you to exploit the digital environment.
Level Objectives
- Reach the core's center
- Don't get caught in data streams
- Download 3 data packets
Video Walkthrough
Step-by-Step Guide
Data Stream Hazards
Visible streams of glowing data flow horizontally across the screen (left or right). Flying into a stream pushes you rapidly in its direction. Streams can push you into walls (instant damage) or enemies. Green streams are safe paths; red streams deal damage while pushing you.
Stream Navigation Strategy
The core has 3 vertical layers. Bottom layer: mostly green streams (safe travel). Middle layer: mixed streams (moderate risk). Top layer: mostly red streams (high risk, high reward - enemies drop 2x items here). Choose your path based on your current health.
Data Packet Collection
3 golden data packets float in dangerous positions: 1st in red stream zone (30%), 2nd behind firewall (50%, requires hacking nearby node), 3rd in the narrowest corridor (70%). Packets grant temporary weapon upgrades for 30 seconds each.
Core Center Convergence
At 90%, all streams converge at the core's center - a massive data nexus. Here streams rotate 360 degrees like a spiral. Navigate to the eye of the spiral (safe zone) while defeating 10 elite guards. The spiral completes one rotation every 8 seconds.
Enemy Guide
Firewall Guardian
(Defensive Enemy)Tips: Stationary enemies that project barriers blocking your path. Barriers take 5 hits to break. Alternatively, hack nearby nodes to temporarily disable barriers without fighting.
Data Worm
(Stream Enemy)Tips: Travels within data streams. They're immune while in streams, vulnerable for 2 seconds when emerging. Time your shots for when they exit streams.
Core Sentinel
(Elite Guard)Tips: Appears at the center. Takes 6 hits and shoots laser grids. Laser grids are 3x3 bullet patterns with gaps. Find the gaps and weave through.