How to Bribe Dr. Peck in Black Ops 6 Zombies and Avoid the Terminus Math Puzzle

Key Takeaways:

1. Use fried fish as a clever workaround to save 5,000 Essence in Black Ops 6 Zombies.
2. Master the steps to gather and cook fish as an alternative to solving a challenging math puzzle.
3. Unlock hidden achievements and make the gameplay easier by avoiding complex challenges.

In Black Ops 6 Zombies, the thrill of discovering new Easter Eggs keeps fans eagerly exploring every corner of the game. Among the most intriguing Easter Eggs is one that offers a surprising way to avoid a challenging math puzzle by bribing Dr. Peck using fried fish. This guide breaks down each step so you can bypass the math challenge and get your Essence back, all while engaging in an entertaining side quest.

How to Use Fried Fish to Bribe Dr. Peck

In Black Ops 6 Zombies, players are often required to solve a math puzzle to acquire the powerful Beamsmasher weapon. But if you find math puzzles less thrilling or simply want to conserve Essence, you can take a shortcut by bribing Dr. Peck with fried fish. Below, we’ll go through each step to cook the fried fish and trick Dr. Peck into refunding your Essence.

Step 1: Reaching the Beamsmasher Puzzle in Terminus

To bribe Dr. Peck, you need to first progress to the math puzzle step in the Terminus mission. During this part, you’re asked to solve a complicated equation. Typically, you would either work through the math or spend 5,000 Essence to have Dr. Peck solve it for you. But with the right culinary skills, you can bypass this entirely.

Step 2: Gather Fish for the Bribe

1. Get an Explosive or Shock Charge: Head over to the Crafting Table and buy a grenade or a similar explosive. Grenades are usually available for 250 Salvage.
2. Head to the Docks: Take your grenade to the Docks area, where you’ll see a body of water.
3. Catch Fish: Toss the explosive into the water and wait for fish to float to the surface. The game will automatically add these fish to your inventory. For safe measure, you can hop into the water and pick them up yourself.

Step 3: Cooking Fried Fish in the Mess Hall

Now that you have the fish, it’s time to head to the Mess Hall and prepare the bribe:

1. Find Cooking Oil: Look to the right of the stoves in the Mess Hall. Interact with the shelves to collect a container of cooking oil.
2. Prepare the Fish: Walk over to the frying pan near the stoves, interact with it to add cooking oil, and then interact again to add the fish.
3. Wait for the Round to End: As the fish fries, continue the current round and fend off any zombies. When the round ends, go back to the frying pan.
4. Choose Your Option: You’ll now have two options with the cooked fish either “Take the Fried Fish” or “Eat the Fried Fish.” Be sure to choose the “Take” option so you can offer it to Dr. Peck.

Step 4: Bribing Dr. Peck with Fried Fish

Once you have the fried fish, head over to Dr. Peck’s Guard Station:

1. Locate the Deposit Box: At the Guard Station, find the deposit box near Dr. Peck.
2. Offer the Fried Fish: Place the fried fish in the deposit box. This will trigger a short dialog with Dr. Peck.
3. Get Your Refund: After the dialog, Dr. Peck will refund the 5,000 Essence you spent on solving the puzzle. Congratulations you’ve successfully bypassed the math puzzle and kept your hard-earned Essence!

Why the Fried Fish Bribe Works

At first glance, cooking fish may seem like a minor, amusing side activity. But in Terminus, this Easter Egg actually allows players to avoid spending resources on a math puzzle they may not want to solve. Originally, players assumed that cooking fish was a minor task intended only to unlock the “Culinary Delight” achievement. However, this clever Easter Egg shows that you can utilize cooking to gain a significant advantage in the game. By crafting a bribe, you’ve found an inventive way to keep your Essence while progressing in the mission.

Additional Tips: Crafting the Beamsmasher Without the Math Puzzle

For those still interested in solving the math puzzle without bribing Dr. Peck, the puzzle can be completed with practice. However, given the complexity, many players find that simply preparing the fried fish bribe is both quicker and more entertaining.

FAQs

Q: Do I need the Culinary Delight trophy to make the fried fish?
A: Technically, no. While the trophy showcases your cooking achievements, you only need to follow the steps in this guide to cook the fish and proceed with the bribe.

Q: Will I have to complete the puzzle if I accidentally eat the fish?
A: Yes. If you consume the fish, you’ll have to restart the cooking process to gather another fish and prepare the fried fish again.

Q: Is the fried fish bribe reusable in other parts of the game?
A: No, this Easter Egg only applies to the Beamsmasher puzzle in Terminus. It’s a one-time solution specifically for the math puzzle.

Q: Can I lose my 5,000 Essence if I skip the bribing process?
A: Yes. If you choose to skip the cooking process and let Dr. Peck solve the puzzle, you won’t receive any Essence back. The bribe is necessary for the refund.

In Black Ops 6 Zombies, bypassing the math puzzle with fried fish not only saves Essence but also adds a layer of humour and creativity to your gameplay experience.