Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster is the return of Capcom's ridiculous zombie adventure. All the strange and wacky vibes of the original remain intact alongside improved graphics. Some of the annoying mechanics like escorting survivors have been smoothed over, making the experience more enjoyable. Frank West also levels up much faster, so you won't have to restart multiple times to reach the level cap.

Dead Rising veterans will remember the Small Chainsaw as the best melee weapon in the game and this remains true. Its speed and damage are unmatched by any other boss weapon in the game. Use it to carve through zombies in one hit. The Small Chainsaw is also the only weapon that can be buffed three times by equipping the right books. Equip all the correct skill books and the Small Chainsaw can kill 2,160 enemies before breaking. Continue with this guide to learn how to get the Small Chainsaw and what books to equip along with it.

How to Get the Small Chainsaw

Adam the Clown

Otis will call Frank at 9 PM on the first day with the Out of Control scoop. Head north from the Food Court to find the Wonderland Plaza. This whole area is set up as a small carnival. Head up to the second floor to reach the Space Rider rollercoaster. Frank will encounter the Psycopath clown named Adam. He wields two Small Chainsaws along with exploding balloons. Defeat him by carefully using firearms or attacking after he spins/lunges.

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You can pick up a Small Chainsaw from his body. One will also spawn near the rollercoaster entrance. The Small Chainsaw will respawn every time you leave and return to the Wonderland Plaza.

Criminal Biography Book

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The Criminal Biography Book can be found nearby in the Wonderland Plaza. Sir Book-a-lot is a bookstore on the west side of the second floor.

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Find the Criminal Biography Book towards the back of the store. This book makes edged weapons last three times longer.

Engineering & Entertainment Books

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The next two books are easy to find in the Paradise Plaza part of the mall. Find Bachman's Bookporium by heading north after exiting the warehouse.

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The Engineering Book can be found on the southern bookshelf next to the cash register. This book makes construction weapons last three times longer. The Entertainment book is on the bookshelf in the middle of the store. This book makes entertainment weapons last three times longer.

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September 19, 2024
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ESRB
M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language, Use of Alcohol
Developer(s)
Capcom
Publisher(s)
Capcom
Engine
RE Engine
Franchise
Dead Rising
Genre(s)
Action-Adventure
OpenCritic Rating
Strong