The first boss Chai will encounter in Hi-Fi Rush is the QA-1MIL, a gigantic robot with massive hands that can easily smash players if they are not careful. After a comical cutscene with Rekka, QA-1MIL will appear to “QA-test” Chai in a violent manner. The boss fight will begin with the robot performing a two-handed swipe or smash on the arena that players can avoid by jumping into the air right before the boss’s hands hit the ground. The QA-1MIL will then land his first one-handed smash onto Chai, who can easily avoid the strike with a quick dodge. 

Defeating QA-1MIL in Hi-Fi Rush

To defeat QA-1MIL in Hi-Fi Rush, players must take advantage of the robot’s weakness, its hands. According to Chai’s companion, QA-1MIL’s hands are “extra sensitive for inspecting,” making them a great target for the protagonist’s melee weapon. After the boss lands its first one-handed pound, players must immediately behind attacking the fist.

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According to Hi-Fi Rush gameplay recorded by Pure Xbox, QA-1MIL has telegraphed moves that are easy to recognize if players are paying attention during Phase 1:

Next, here is an index of Moves exclusive to Phase 2 and 3 of the boss battle:

  • QA-1MIL will sweep its arm across the ring in a single, wide motion.

  • Players must jump up to avoid being struck.

  • QA-1MIL will lift both hands before bringing down to the arena.

  • Chai must jump up to avoid the shockwave.

  • QA-1MIL will wind up a single hand and smash the ground; its hand will be stuck for a few seconds.

  • Players must avoid the attack and then relentlessly attack the grounded hand.

  • QA-1MIL will back up before landing a quick Smack.

  • Players must be careful not to mistaken this move for its One-handed Smash.

 

  • QA-1MIL will fire several missiles into air.

  • Players must watch the red circles on the ground and make to not stand inside them.

  • QA-1MIL will charge up before emitting a burst of electricity.

  • Players must avoid being on the ground and stay away from the electrical AoE.

  • The QA-1MIL boss of Hi-Fi Rush will smash the ground with one hand several times.

  • The final strike is similar One-handed Smash, leaving the boss’s vulnerable hand stuck to the ground.

  • The QA-1MIL boss of Hi-Fi Rush will fire several laser from one side to another.

  • Players must dodge like they are avoiding two Wide Swipes, after which QA-1MIL’s hands will be left vulnerable for several moments.

Hi-Fi Rush is available on PC and Xbox Series X|S.

Source: YouTube/Pure Xbox