Level 4-7
Network Nexus
Dive into the Network Nexus, the central hub connecting all of Cyber City's systems. This penultimate level is a gauntlet of everything Chapter 4 has taught you, featuring data streams, perspective shifts, and relentless AI enemies in one massive interconnected battlefield.
Level Objectives
- Survive all 5 network sectors
- Hack the central nexus core
- Defeat 300+ enemies
- Complete in under 10 minutes
Video Walkthrough
Step-by-Step Guide
Five Network Sectors
The Nexus is divided into 5 sectors, each representing a previous level's theme: Sector 1 (Neon Streets - narrow corridors), Sector 2 (Data Core - streams), Sector 3 (Digital Fortress - security layers), Sector 4 (Server Room - perspective shifts), Sector 5 (Mainframe - defense mission). You must complete all 5 in sequence.
Sector 1: Urban Gauntlet (0-20%)
Navigate tight neon corridors while fighting cyber drones. Digital interference is constant (every 10 seconds instead of 15). Speed is crucial - each sector has a 2-minute time limit. Failure to clear in time spawns additional reinforcements.
Sector 2: Data Flood (20-40%)
All data streams flow simultaneously in chaotic patterns. No safe green streams - all are red (damage-dealing). You must navigate through pure skill. Minimize time in streams by using quick lateral movements. Collect data packets for temporary shield buffs.
Sector 3: Security Breach (40-60%)
Face condensed versions of all 4 fortress security layers in rapid succession. Password Gate (15 sec), Laser Grid (20 sec), Drone Swarm (25 sec), Firewall (20 sec). Total time: 80 seconds. Any death resets the entire sector.
Sector 4: Reality Fracture (60-80%)
Perspective shifts every 10 seconds (twice as fast as Server Room). No maze, but constant enemy spawns during shifts. The rapid disorientation is the challenge. Use the center-screen positioning trick religiously. Close your eyes briefly during shifts to reset your mental map.
Sector 5: Nexus Defense (80-100%)
Final sector is a mainframe-style defense. Protect the nexus core while hacking it (takes 60 seconds). Core has 15,000 HP. Enemies deal: Basic=200, Elite=500, Kamikaze=1,500. Elite spawn rate is 3x normal. This is a brutal DPS and defense check.
Enemy Guide
Network Guardian
(Sector Boss)Tips: One appears at the end of each sector (5 total). Each has 10,000 HP and unique attacks based on their sector theme. They drop major power-ups - prioritize collecting them.
System Administrator
(Elite Enemy)Tips: Appears throughout all sectors. Takes 8 hits and shoots complex patterns. They can summon 3 reinforcements. Always kill Administrators first to prevent enemy number escalation.
Data Ghost
(Nexus-Exclusive)Tips: Only in Sector 5. Invisible enemies that appear as visual glitches. Listen for their static sound cue. They deal massive damage (30% HP) but die in 1 hit if you can target them.
Boss Battle Tips
- •Sector time limits are strict but fair. If you're running out of time, you're playing too cautiously. Aggression is rewarded
- •Each Sector Guardian drops a full health restore. Don't collect it immediately - save for emergency healing mid-sector
- •Sector 2 data streams: Hug the edges and move in short bursts. Long movements through streams guarantee damage
- •Sector 3 is a skill check. If you can't clear it, you're not ready for the final boss. Practice the security layers individually
- •Sector 4: Count the shifts aloud. Knowing when the next one comes helps you prepare mentally
- •Sector 5: Position yourself in front of the nexus core (between core and enemies). This reduces the angle enemies can attack from