Do this first in Atomfall before freeing Dr. Garrow — you can thank me later for making it so much easier

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Atomfall is truly remarkable, particularly for its numerous conclusions and interactive gameplay that puts the player in charge. A significant chunk of my gaming hours with Atomfall involved pondering over decisions, some of which turned out to be questionable. However, much of it was also spent deliberating on what actions to take and when to execute them.

Among several storylines in Atomfall, one focuses on Dr. Garrow, a key scientist whose work is pivotal to the technology within the restricted area.

In the Wyndham Village, you’ll first encounter Dr. Garrow when spoken about by the Captain, as she has been confined there. Currently, she is being held in a cell within Skethermoor Prison. One possible resolution involves releasing her, which leads to one of the game’s endings.

In Atomfall, as with many decisions, there are outcomes. These outcomes don’t only determine the ending you might reach, but also impact the level of difficulty in your current situation.

As such, here’s what I recommend doing, and why.

What happens if you just free Dr. Garrow straight away?

I’d rather not give away too many details and also avoid delving deeply into the entire backstory so far. To put it simply, if you’re aware that Dr. Garrow is incarcerated in Skethermoor Prison, then you’ve already uncovered a significant plot thread that eventually leads to her seeking freedom.

One piece of advice I’d offer is that pursuing this path seems promising, as it provides a straightforward method for acquiring a Signal Redirector, an essential tool throughout the game. My initial suggestion would be to cultivate a rapport with the captain.

To help him solve the murder at the Church, he’ll provide you with a pass that ensures safe travel through the prison, as long as you agree to interrogate Dr. Garrow. Failing to obtain this pass means navigating or dealing with numerous Protocol Soldiers. Now, let me explain the possible consequences of liberating Dr. Garrow.

Should you directly head towards Garrow, find the path to retrieve the Signal Redirector, comply with her instructions and release her from her cell, your pass becomes irrelevant. Instantly, you’ll be considered a trespasser, and Protocol Soldiers will respond with immediate gunfire upon sighting you.

Given that Garrow’s cell is located at the rear of the prison, and if you’ve followed a sequence similar to mine, it’s likely that the nearby exit door is locked. This suggests a lengthy journey to escape from there.

In a nutshell, if I reveal my mistake of freeing her, it’s game over for me – the captain and his crew will hunt me down. It’s a case of cause and effect. However, I could choose to keep my secret, flee, and mislead him about the situation, but that’s only if I can manage to slip away unscathed first.

How to free Dr. Garrow the easy way

To liberate Dr. Garrow safely, just continue adhering to the Captain’s sequence of tasks.

After quickly releasing Garrow and respawning, I retrieved my Signal Redirector and returned to Wyndham for a conversation with the Captain. Since she remains behind bars, everything appears to be going smoothly.

To proceed, you should adhere to his sequence of tasks regarding the ‘Interchange’ and ‘Oberon’. Compliance with this will establish the necessary trust level with the ‘Protocol’ for your current location.

Not only does this action simplify the process of entering Skethermoor Interchange significantly, making it virtually a straight-forward walk, but it also sets free Dr. Garrow, thereby minimizing any potential conflict.

If you decide to pull the release handle to set the prisoners free, the Protocol Soldiers might respond, but you won’t get a warning about trespassing in red or be attacked by them. This means you can leisurely walk away from the prison as though nothing out of the ordinary has transpired.

Should you return and converse with the Captain now, he’ll inform you that Garrow has fled and needs to be neutralized. However, he won’t entertain any doubts about your involvement in the matter.

What happens after you free Dr. Garrow

In a natural and easy-to-read manner: Dr. Garrow is pursuing her own line of investigation regarding one of the game’s multiple conclusions. Upon gaining freedom, she will make a beeline for the Interchange door that’s close to where she was held captive.

From my perspective as a researcher, if you’ve previously opened this door from the opposite side, she’ll be waiting on the prison side for your return so we can converse. If not, she’ll pass through, leaving the door locked until your arrival.

Regardless of the route taken, she’ll ultimately end up at the Interchange. The choice of paths depends on which doors have been unlocked. To locate her once more, make your way to the Central Processor.

To unlock the door connecting Skethermoor Prison and the Interchange, you must first step foot in the Interchange itself. Once the larger lower region is activated, proceed towards the crane control area using the guidance provided.

After mastering the crane controls, you can move a storage container out of the way that’s obstructing the path to the Detention Quarter. Once you do this, you’ll be able to proceed, open the door, and find yourself near Garrow’s cell.

As an analyst, I can suggest an alternative route to reach Dr. Garrow that may help you steer clear of unnecessary familiarity with the Captain. However, reaching this position requires more than simply completing tasks for him or casually strolling into the penitentiary; it involves a more intricate and systematic approach.

Instead of considering it as a secondary choice, it might be wiser to cultivate a friendly relationship with the Captain, as there will likely be numerous Protocol Soldiers in this area once the Interchange is operational, making your journey smoother.

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2025-03-31 00:09