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Alright, so you think you’re a gaming mastermind, huh? Maybe you’ve got some decent skills and a few epic boss kills under your belt. But let me tell you something: you haven’t unlocked the true genius within until you’ve started playing games like someone with an IQ of 9000. Yeah, I said 9000. That’s some next-level, galaxy brain stuff. You might be thinking, "Jack, how the heck do I even begin to play like a genius?" Well, dear reader, buckle up, because I’m about to take you on a journey where we bend the rules, break the game mechanics, and exploit every loophole.
In this blog post, I’m going to break down some of the most ridiculous, brain-melting ways that players have beaten games. These strategies are so clever that you’ll be left wondering if the developers even anticipated players being THIS sneaky. So without further ado, let’s dive into the world of gaming with IQ 9000 strategies!
Game developers setting challenges for players
1. The Art of "Breaking Escort Missions"
Let’s start with escort missions. Ah, escort missions. These are the bane of every gamer’s existence. You know the deal: You’ve got some helpless NPC you need to babysit while enemies keep swarming in, guns blazing or monsters roaring. In theory, you’re supposed to carefully protect this fragile character. But if you’ve got an IQ of 9000, you don’t play by the rules. Nope, you break the rules.
Metal Gear Solid 2 — Emma and the Big Brain Move
Let’s talk about Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. There’s this mission where you have to escort Emma Emmerich across a very dangerous stretch of land. Normally, you’d be trying to keep her alive, dodging bullets, and basically stressing out. But why stress when you can use your brain? You see, genius players discovered that you can knock Emma out instead of carefully guiding her. Just give her a little tap, and she’s out cold. Then, you carry her through the dangerous parts without worrying about her fragile life bar.
Metal Gear Solid 2: Escort mission with Emma
Like, come on! Why didn’t I think of that the first time I played it? It’s such a simple solution, but it shows how thinking outside the box can make life so much easier. It’s like the game was saying, "Here’s a difficult challenge," and the player was like, "Nah, I’ll just bypass all of that, thanks."
Escort Missions in General – Just Let Them Nap
And this doesn’t just apply to Metal Gear Solid 2. Other games with escort missions can be cheesed in similar ways. In some games, if the NPC is asleep or knocked out, enemies won’t target them. It’s like the NPC suddenly becomes invisible to enemies. As long as you can carry them or drag them along, that’s one less headache to deal with.
Honestly, I feel like this is the universe’s way of rewarding clever players. It’s like the gaming gods are watching you, nodding with approval, "Ah, yes, this one understands."
2. Exploiting Boss Mechanics Like a God in Genshin Impact
Okay, so Genshin Impact. This game has some seriously tough bosses. We’re talking about those “Local Legends” that make you question your life choices as they stomp all over your puny characters. Now, the average player might think, "I need to level up, grind for better gear, and spend hours preparing." But the big brain player? Nah, they’re not about to waste time.
Cheesing Local Legends with IQ 9000
Take this one strategy players came up with for defeating tough bosses. Instead of going in guns blazing (or swords swinging, or magic casting, whatever), they figured out that you can distract the boss using certain characters. Like, literally distract them so they just stand there doing nothing while you whittle down their health.
Genshin Impact gameplay with distracting bosses
This isn’t just about using brute force; it’s about using the game’s own mechanics against itself. For example, characters like Amber (who, let’s be honest, not many people use) can set up distractions with her Baron Bunny. The boss sees the bunny and goes, "Ooooh, look, a toy!" while you’re in the back, laughing your butt off and sniping them from a distance.
What’s funny is that some bosses are supposed to be these terrifying, unstoppable forces… but they’re not so unstoppable when they’re distracted by a fluffy bunny, huh?
3. Pokémon Boss Battles? Nah, Let’s Outsmart Ultra Necrozma
If there’s one game series that’s known for its boss battles, it’s Pokémon. And Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon took that to a whole new level with the introduction of Ultra Necrozma. This thing is a freakin’ powerhouse. It’s like the final boss of final bosses. Most players would try to go head-to-head with their strongest Pokémon, hoping to survive long enough to deal damage. But what do we do with our IQ 9000 brainpower? We cheese it.
The Smeargle Strategy
Let me introduce you to Smeargle. This little guy doesn’t look like much, but with the right moves, you can break the game. Players discovered that by using moves like "Spore" to put Ultra Necrozma to sleep and then using "Mirror Coat" to reflect its powerful attacks, even a low-level Pokémon can take down this god-like creature. Ultra Necrozma? More like Ultra Naprozma.
Ultra Necrozma boss battle in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
The first time I saw this strategy, I couldn’t believe it. Here I am, struggling to keep my team alive, and some genius just casually throws out a Smeargle and wipes the floor with Ultra Necrozma. It’s moments like these that make you realize that sometimes, it’s not about having the strongest Pokémon—it’s about using your brain.
4. Halo’s Legendary Loophole
Halo fans, gather ‘round because this one’s for you. If you’ve played Halo: Combat Evolved, then you know how intense some of those missions can get. The game throws waves of enemies at you, and sometimes it feels like you’re just a walking target. But with IQ 9000, you don’t need to fight every enemy.
Skipping the Fight in Halo: Combat Evolved
There’s a particular mission where players discovered that you can bypass a horde of enemies by taking an unintended route. Instead of running through the battlefield like a madman (which is what I did the first time I played), you can hop into a vehicle and take a shortcut that basically skips the entire fight.
Halo: Combat Evolved mission with vehicle shortcut
I mean, who needs to fight when you can just drive past everything, right? I love moments like this because it reminds me that sometimes the best solution is to not engage. Just like in life, sometimes it’s better to walk away from a fight (or in this case, drive away).
5. Don’t Starve? More Like Don’t Play by the Rules
Don’t Starve is a game that’s all about survival. You’ve got to gather resources, fend off monsters, and avoid starving to death. It’s a tough game, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed if you’re not careful. But with an IQ of 9000, you don’t just survive—you thrive by using the game’s own mechanics against it.
Using the Environment to Your Advantage
One of the coolest things about Don’t Starve is how you can use the environment to deal with enemies. For example, instead of fighting a difficult boss head-on, players have figured out ways to lure enemies into traps or even into other dangerous creatures.
Don’t Starve: Using monsters to fight each other
Imagine this: You’re being chased by a terrifying monster, but instead of running away in fear, you calmly lead it into a nest of spiders. The spiders attack the monster, and you just sit back, watching the chaos unfold. The best part? You didn’t even have to lift a finger. That’s next-level genius right there.
Final Thoughts: Become the Galaxy Brain Gamer
So there you have it, folks—some of the most brilliant, IQ 9000-level strategies for playing games. It’s not just about brute force or grinding your way to victory. Sometimes, the best way to play is by outsmarting the game itself. Whether it’s knocking out your escort mission NPC, distracting a boss with a fluffy bunny, or bypassing an entire battlefield, these tactics show that thinking outside the box can turn a difficult challenge into a walk in the park.
And honestly, that’s what I love about gaming. It’s not just about following the rules; it’s about breaking them in the most clever ways possible. So next time you’re stuck in a tough spot, take a step back, activate your IQ 9000 brainpower, and think: "How can I bend the rules?"
Now, go out there and break some games, my friends! Let me know in the comments if you’ve got any genius strategies of your own. And as always, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more epic gaming content! Slaps the subscribe button Let’s do this!
TL;DR: Instead of playing games the way developers intended, why not outsmart them? From knocking out NPCs to skipping entire boss fights, these IQ 9000 strategies will have you cheesing your way to victory in no time.
