so using scientific observation, since you keep your stage after the satelite and into the next little area, and outside sources have confirmed that if you use a different weapon you keep your different weapon equipped in the new area, both areas consist of one single stage with two bosses. THIS IS THE OFFICIAL VERDICT http://www.patreon.com/raocow https://talkhaus.raocow.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=17517