Part 56

Learn how to shut down Hyron Drones using the LVL 5 security panel and defeat Zhao quickly in Once Human. Plus, discover the best augmentations to use.

Alright, let's get this done. We're heading into the final stretch here, and it's time to deal with Zhao and those pesky Hyron Drones. First things first, you need to find the central structure. Once you're there, look for a security panel labeled 'LVL 5'.

Hugh Darrow gave you a code for this: 2012. Punch that in, and it'll shut down the Hyron Drones' life support systems. Easy peasy, right?

Now, Zhao is still a problem, but with the drones out of the way, her glass shield is vulnerable. Just shoot it repeatedly, and it'll break. After that, Zhao herself won't take many hits to bring down. If you've got the Typhoon augmentation, now's the time to use it – it'll make this part go by super fast.

Pro-Tip: For the absolute quickest way to finish this fight, pull out your Laser Gun. It can actually pierce Zhao's shield without you needing to break it first. Activate your Cloaking System, line up a shot, and just blast away with the laser until she's down. Saves a lot of hassle!

Once that's done, you'll be looking at the game's endings. There are four different ones, so make sure you've got an extra savegame ready. This way, you can check out all the different fates for mankind. And hey, stick around for the very end scene – there's an extra trophy or achievement waiting for you there. Congrats on making it this far!

Augmentation Efficiency Analysis

So, you've got all these augmentations, but which ones are actually worth your precious Praxis Kits? It's not always obvious, and some are definitely more useful than others, especially early on. Think of it like this: some are essential from the get-go, others are great for the mid-game, and some you can save for when you've got nothing else to spend your kits on.

Early Game Essentials:

• Hacking Capture 2 (and 3, 4 if you're chasing XP)
• Move/Throw Heavy Objects
• Jump Enhancement
• Cloaking System Level 1 (and 2)
• Carrying Capacity 1 (and 2)
• Reflex Booster (only if you really want to maximize XP)

Mid-Game Considerations:

• Hacking Capture 3 (& 5 for max XP)
• Punch Through Walls
• Cloaking System Level 2 & 3
• Carrying Capacity 2 & 3
• Energy Level Upgrade 1
• Typhoon Level 1 (& 2, before the second boss)
• Run Silently
• Dermal Armor Level 1
• Icarus Landing System (useful if you find that specific optional area in Hengsha)

Endgame Augmentations:

• Hacking Capture 5
• Typhoon Level 2
• Dermal Armor Level 2 (& 3)
• Recharge Rate Upgrade Level 1 & 2
• Energy Level Upgrade Level 2 & 3
• Hacking Fortify & Stealth (2 & 3)
• Aim Stabilizer

Secondary Augmentations (Use Sparingly):

These are the ones that are a bit more situational. They're not bad, but you might not get a ton of mileage out of them compared to the essentials. Save these for when you've already got the core augs sorted.

• Social Enhancer: It's cool to try out for a playthrough, but you can win social battles by reloading, so it's not strictly necessary.
• Radar System Level 2: The base radar is already pretty good, so this doesn't add a huge amount.
• Stealth Enhancer (Noise Feedback, Mark & Track, Last Known Location, Cones of Vision): If you're already good at staying hidden and knowing enemy positions, these won't add much.
• Hacking Analyze Add-On: Better to just boost your actual hacking skills.
• Implanted Rebreather: Chemical Resistance can be handy sometimes, but it's not a top priority.