Summary
- Sell keys before NG+ for ~10,000 to 20,000 Pesetas. Keys don't carry over, need to be sold before final Merchant encounter.
- With infinite ammo from Cat Ears, sell ammo for ~50,000 to 100,000 Pesetas. Equip Shotgun charm for max profit.
- Profit from edibles like fish by selling for ~100,000 to 150,000 Pesetas. Fish are most valuable, easy to farm for income.
Fortunately, the Merchant in the Resident Evil 4 remake buys almost everything from players—whether it's weapons, valuables, edibles, or keys. This provides ample opportunity to earn pesetas by trading various items. However, determining the best items to sell can be a bit tricky. Although the Resident Evil 4 remake Merchant is interested in nearly everything Leon offers, players should strategically choose which items to sell for maximum profit. The following are some of the safest and most lucrative items to sell to the Merchant for significant profit.
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The estimated profits may not always match the exact amount players will receive from selling specific items. These numbers are provided as a reference to give an idea of the profit margins in each category.
7 Keys
They Don’t Carry Over to the NG+
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 10,000 to 20,000 Pesetas
In the Resident Evil 4 remake, Leon stores the keys and keycards in his inventory after using them. However, most of these are single-use items that won’t be needed later in the game. Essentially, any keys that appear in the Merchant’s menu are safe to sell—the game won’t allow players to discard essential items.
While keys don’t offer a high profit, the fact that they’re easy to obtain makes them a decent return on investment. As a general tip, players should hold on to these keys until the final Merchant encounter, then sell them all at once for a modest profit. Keys won’t carry over to New Game Plus, and if they’re not sold, they’ll disappear in the next playthrough.
6 Ammunition
Cat Ears Makes Ammo Redundant
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 50,000 to 100,000 Pesetas
Ammo is a scarce resource in the Resident Evil 4 remake. However, once players unlock the bonus item Cat Ears, all their weapons (except the rocket launcher) gain infinite ammo. With infinite ammo, players no longer need to stockpile ammunition and can sell it to the Merchant for a decent profit.
If players choose this strategy, they should equip Leon with a Shotgun charm, which increases the resale value of ammo by 40%, maximizing their profit.
Magnum bullets are the most valuable ammo type, but they are rare. Players will need to craft them if they plan to make money from selling them.
5 Edibles
Leon Can Survive on First Aid Sprays
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 100,000 to 150,000 Pesetas
Vipers, eggs, and fish are the main consumables in the Resident Evil 4 remake, acting as extra healing items to help Leon recover from dangerous attacks. However, most players often rely on potions and first aid sprays, making the use of these edibles unnecessary. As a result, selling these items becomes a reliable way to earn profit.
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Of all the edibles, fish are the most valuable. Players can farm them during Chapters Three and Four, either before or after defeating Del Lago, the lake monster. All they need to do is shoot the fish, but a more efficient method is to ride the boat and use the infinite spears it provides to hunt them down.
At the beginning of Chapter Four, players can clear out their inventory by transferring their guns to storage. This creates plenty of space in the attache case to store fish.
4 Upgraded Weapons
The Merchant’s Refund Policy is Impressive
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 400,000 to 1,000,000 Pesetas
In most shooter games, selling weapons after investing in them is usually a bad idea. However, the Resident Evil 4 remake allows players to fully upgrade a weapon and resell it without regret, as the Merchant refunds nearly the entire amount spent.
For those looking to recover even more of their pesetas when reselling guns, equipping Luis Sera’s charm is highly beneficial. This charm provides an extra 20% cashback from the Merchant, further reducing any resale loss.
Players can repurchase sold weapons from the Merchant at a reasonable price, but the repurchased weapon will not retain any of its previous upgrades.
3 Healing Items
‘G+R+Y’ Potions Sell for 20,000 Pesetas
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 100,000 to 200,000 Pesetas
Healing items like sprays and herbs are essential for survival in the Resident Evil 4 remake. However, as players upgrade their weapons and equipment, their dependence on these items diminishes. Experienced players can even complete several Chapters with just one or two healing items. Therefore, it's a good strategy to sell excess recovery items and convert them into pesetas for other uses.
By equipping the Rhino Beetle charm, players can sell healing items at double their normal price, making a three-herb potion worth up to 20,000 pesetas. The charm also boosts the resale value of edibles (such as vipers, eggs, and fish) since they also help Leon recover HP.
Wearing the Chicken Hat can further reduce the need for healing items. This accessory decreases the melee damage Leon takes, making him more resilient against enemy attacks.
2 ‘For Selling Only’ Collectibles
The Product Description Says It All: Sell Them Immediately
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 500,000 to 700,000 Pesetas
A surefire way to earn money in the Resident Evil 4 remake is by selling treasures labeled “for selling only.” These valuables are intended solely for trading with the Merchant and have no other use in the game. They are a reliable source of income, as many can be found throughout the map.
Any collectible that cannot be inlaid with gemstones falls into the “for selling only” category. There’s no need to hoard these items, as their value remains constant throughout the game, and they are not tied to any RE4 remake achievements or trophies.
Players should prioritize purchasing the treasure map from the Merchant to see these valuables on the map.
1 Four- or Five-Color Inlaid Treasures
They Might Be Rare But Are Highly Lucrative
- Estimated Revenue: ~ 100,000 to 160,000 Pesetas
In the Resident Evil 4 remake, two collectibles—The Ornate Necklace and the Elegant Crown—offer the best profit through gem combinations. By decorating these items with gems and selling them to the Merchant, players can achieve significant revenue. For instance, the Elegant Crown with a five-color gem setup can sell for over 100,000 pesetas, making it the highest-paying treasure.
To maximize profit, players should plan ahead by collecting a variety of gemstones. By ensuring they have at least one of each colored gem, they can create the most valuable combinations when they find the Ornate Necklace or the Elegant Crown.
Resident Evil 4
- Released
- March 24, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Survival Horror
