Crisis Core Reunion: How To Win Squats Mini Game

Shinra’s Squat Championship is one of the physical tests in the game that can be won by performing Squats in the Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion. It is one of the hardest mini-games, but the rewards that come with it are definitely worth it. You will be able to play the mini-game when you complete Chapter 5.

How To Win The Squat Championship 

Before we take a look at how to complete the mini-game in the best possible way it is important to know the basics of Squats and how to unlock the mini-game in Crisis Core. The mini-game is called Quads Of Steel and you will be able to access the mini-game by completing Chapter 5.

The mini-game can be played in the Shinra Building in the training room and you will need to talk to the researcher in order to access it. It is important to defeat Bahamut Fury before the mini-game. There are four different opponents that you will be facing so be prepared for each of them. 

Unlocking Quad Of Steel Mini Game 

The Quad Of Steel mini-game becomes accessible to players upon completing Chapter 5 of Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion. To initiate the game, talk to the researcher on the Soldier Floor of the Shinra building. Enter the training room, discuss the physical fitness test with the researcher, and choose “Let Me In It” to commence the mini-game. The objective is simple: defeat all four opponents individually and perform the most squats to secure victory.

• It’s crucial to complete all side quests and mini-games in Chapter 5 before leaving for Nibelheim in Chapter 9, as returning to the Shinra building becomes impossible after departing from Midgar in Crisis Core.
• Failing to clear these activities before leaving may result in missing out on rewards and hinder your ability to obtain trophies, such as the Shinra Squats Champion (bronze) and Midgar Full Of Flowers (silver).
• Completing the Quad Of Steel mini-game is particularly important to unlock these trophies and fulfill the Flower Wagon Quest in Crisis Core.

First Match 

In your first match of the Quad Of Steel, you’ll face off against a Trooper. Here’s what you need to know:

• The first match is relatively easy, requiring you to land a few Squats to win.
• It’s essential to execute successful Squats within the given time frame to secure victory.

Strategy

• Troopers tend to make mistakes every 3 or 4 squats. Exploit this by timing your Squats correctly.
• A reliable cue is to press the controller button when Zack ducks down.
• Align your button press with both Zack’s hands and sword lining up for the best chance of executing the squat correctly.
• Continue pressing the action button even if the timer runs out to perform extra squats before the match ends.
• Winning against the Trooper rewards you with the Shinra Lunch Cart Specs.

Keep these tactics in mind to improve your performance in the mini-game and earn the associated rewards. The first match is a good practice opportunity for the more challenging matches to come.

Second Match 

In the second match of the Quad Of Steel mini-game, you face off against the skilled Captain.

Here are some tips for this match:

• Despite the Captain’s proficiency in squats, focus on avoiding mistakes and quickly catching up to him.
• To time your Squats effectively, press the controller button when Zack’s arms swing back, and his hands and feet align.
• This timing will give you a better chance of winning the match.

A notable advantage in the second match is that Zack performs extra squats during a cutscene without requiring button presses. Use this opportunity to boost your performance. After the cutscene, press the button promptly to catch up with the Captain.

Winning the second match against the Captain rewards you with Shinra Ceramic, a crucial item needed for constructing the flower wagon. Keep these strategies in mind to secure victory and obtain the necessary rewards.

Third Match 

By the time you reach the 3rd match of the game, the difficulty level will significantly increase. However, by now you will also have a great hold over the squat mechanism and will be able to avoid mistakes better than before. 

In the 3rd match, you will be up against a 3rd Class Soldier in Crisis Core. You just need to follow the tips we have mentioned above, and you will get through the match quite easily. You will need to perform a lot of squats in the 3rd match, and the difficulty level will also be high.

One wrong move will allow your opponent to leave you behind, and ultimately, you will lose. Therefore, try to avoid making any mistakes in the 3rd match so you will be able to progress further. After winning the 3rd match, you will get Shinra Treads as a reward. 

Final Match 

In your final match, you will be against a Soldier Of Second Class who is quite skillful, and the difficulty level in this match will be the highest. You will need to perform around 55 Squats against them in order to win the match. 

After winning the final match, you will receive not only the bronze trophy but also the Shinra soldier. After the final match, you will complete the mini-game successfully and be able to progress further and again. Below are a few tips to keep in mind when performing Squats. 

With this, we conclude our detailed guide on Squats in Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion and how to win the Quads Of Steel mini-game to unlock the Bronze Trophy in Crisis Core. Before leaving our page we recommend checking out our other guides like how to get the Black Cowl in Crisis Core. Also, we have explained in detail how you can get all summons in the game to help ease your future battles. 

Don’t forget to check out our detailed guide on Behemoth King and all the different strategies to defeat him in the game. You can also check out our guide to see how you can get the Genji Armor set so you can defeat the end-game bosses efficiently. 

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