Resident Evil 4 Remake: How To Complete Egg Hunt Request #6

The Egg Hunt is an optional Merchant Request added to Resident Evil 4 Remake that tasks Leon with tracking down an extremely valuable golden chicken egg. This sparkling special egg can be sold for a lucrative bounty of Pesetas and Spinels. For players struggling to find where this glimmering prize is hidden, this guide provides detailed instructions and a map.

Key Highlights:

• Egg Hunt side quest found after beating Del Lago boss
• Collect request note then seek golden egg before Chapter 5
• Egg sits on ground near chickens behind crates
• Reward is 9,000 Pesetas and 3 Spinels from Merchant
• Just two golden eggs exist in whole RE4 campaign

When and Where to Get the Egg Hunt Request

The initial blue note that kicks off this egg-citing expedition becomes available shortly after Leon Kennedy defeats the massive lake monster Del Lago. After emerging from the nearby Mural Cave, Leon spots the blue note posted on the wall right next to where the boat is anchored. Interacting with it logs the request to track down the extremely rare golden chicken egg.

But players should grab this promptly before progressing further into Chapter 4, as the Egg Hunt must be completed prior to boarding the gondola taking Leon to the Castle stronghold looming ahead. So collecting this valuable oval treasure becomes time-sensitive.

Pinpointing the Precious Egg’s Location

With the request secured, Leon needs to sail his boat across the expansive lake towards a small dock at the eastern edge, often obscured in darkness. Consult the map below for the exact position marked with the ship icon. Navigate Leon there to find a quiet cove filled with clucking chickens and stacked crates.

The sparkling Golden Chicken Egg itself rests behind some large debris along the back wall. Weave between gaps in the boxes and material piles clustered all around the cramped area. It will be quite difficult to see in the rain and darkness. Once spotted, pick up the egg to officially finish the lucrative job for the Merchant.

But before departing entirely from this out-of-the-way corner of the map, also loot the blue Velvet Treasure gem hidden inside a barrel along the north side for some supplemental Pesetas to spend.

Cashing in the Golden Egg

With the glimmering oval bounty in hand, Leon can now get back in the boat and head across the lake to the dock leading up to the Quarry region where this side excursion originally began. Climb the ladders to find the Mystery Merchant patiently waiting nearby. Interact with him to complete the Egg Hunt Request: Leon hands over the egg, pocketing a handsome sum of 9,000 Pesetas plus 3 precious Spinels in return.

These rare Spinels allow players to purchase powerful weapons and gear to help Leon overcome tougher challenges that await him. So hunting around to seek out hidden eggs or other treasures proves worthwhile. Just remember to wrap up such profitable side jobs before the story chapters leave them behind for good.

Helpful Hints on Egg Hunting

1. Complete after beating Del Lago but before Chapter 5 starts
2. Lake area map helps narrow down exact location
3. Visit Merchant to claim Pesetas & Spinels reward
4. Only 2 golden eggs in the entire RE4 Remake campaign
5. Other Blue Request notes lead to more Spinels around

More Resident Evil 4 Remake Guides:

• The Grave Robber Request
• How To Get In The Gap In The Wall
• Pest Control Guide – All Rat Locations

It’s worth noting that this is the 6th Merchant request and not to be mixed up with the only other golden egg found in Chapter 12 The Clocktower.