Season 1: Pilot

Description:

The Legend about the un-aired, first ever episode of Mutant Bash TV.

Objective:

Survive Mutant Bash TV!

Enemies:

97

Bosses:

1

Collectibles:

3

Starting Weapons:

• Fists
• Settler Pistol
• Combat Shotgun
• Assault Rifle

Mission Emblems
Image	Criteria
	Complete “Season 1: Pilot”
	Complete “Season 1: Pilot” on Nightmare difficulty

Ready to take on scores of mutants? Then you’re in the right place. For the most part, this mission plays out like any episode of Mutant Bash TV. But on this first episode, there are a few malfunctions that add some variety to the usual mix of carnage. The same tactics apply, however. The Combat Shotgun is by far the best weapon to use in this mission. Wait for mutants to get close, then kill them with a single shot. For more distant threats, rely on Wingsticks. After completing the first arena, don’t forget to stock up on ammo, located on the shelves, before boarding the lift.

At the start of the second arena, the lift malfunctions, dropping to the lower level as mutants jump down on top of you. Use your Combat Shotguns to blast your way out of this predicament. Hold off the flood of mutants until the lift resumes operation and carries you to a position just above the arena. Keep shooting mutants as they climb onto the lift. The lift eventually hits the right spot, allowing you to step onto the arena floor. Here you need to avoid the rotating ape that is circling the perimeter of the floor while continuing to blast mutants until the arena is clear.

As expected, a tentacle mutant awaits at the end of the final arena. But in this episode he’s joined by several mutants. Divide the labor here, assigning one player to shoot the mutants while the other shoots the Kraken. The Combat Shotgun is still the weapon of choice for dispatching mutants, but if you’re the one attacking the Kraken, switch to the Assault Rifle. It has a much higher rare of fire, making it easier to dish out damage quickly. Also, keep some Bandages ready to heal yourself from the boss’s inevitable tentacle whip-like attacks.

Developer Tips

• A Combat Shotgun and Wingstick combo is effective for quick Double Kills.
• There are a few surprises that are different from single-player, so be prepared.
• Watch out for the mutants who are carrying TNT.
• Try to kill mutants before the spinning ape or floor spikes do; they are points you may miss out on.
• Have one player fight the tentacle mutant in the final room while the other takes care of incoming mutants.