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Ultimate Guide: Save Every Character in the Until Dawn Remake

In the Until Dawn Remake, there are eight characters who can survive the horrors that unfold. Throughout the ten chapters of the game, your decisions play a critical role in determining their fates. Some choices require quick reflexes, while others call for more strategic thinking. Although achieving a perfect ending where all characters survive is the best outcome, various story paths and dialogues can emerge based on who has perished along the way. This adds value to replaying the game multiple times to explore all possible endings.

The remake introduces several updates compared to the original version of Until Dawn. FireSprite is also developing a sequel, marking ten years since the first release. As a result, some narrative elements from the original have been woven into this new edition. The gameplay mechanics remain largely unchanged, so returning players will enjoy new insights and scenes while utilizing familiar strategies to assist the main characters. New players will find the experience fully accessible, even if they have never played the game from 2015.

Dependent on Others – Saving Jessica, Matt, and Ashley

Characters at High Risk If Not Managed

Among the characters, Jessica, Matt, and Ashley are the most vulnerable to the decisions made by others in Until Dawn. While they have some control over their destinies, this is mostly as a backup when another character has met an unfortunate fate. In a flawless playthrough, Jessica cannot be directly controlled and relies on Mike and Matt for her safety.

Choices to Preserve Jessica

Jessica is one of the initial victims in Until Dawn, and for a significant part of the story, many characters believe she has perished. Players must wait until Chapter 9 to discover that she is, in fact, alive.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Action Required
Four	Mike	When Jessica is taken, be sure to avoid failing any stumble prompts. Mike will find her alive, but she will fall down a mine shaft.
Nine	Matt	Remain perfectly still when prompted.
		Catch Jessica during the quick-time event when she falls.
		When given the choice to flee, choose to stay still.
		Never let the decision timer expire, or both Matt and Jessica will die.

Choices to Save Matt

Matt’s decisions span several chapters in Until Dawn. One pivotal choice occurs in Chapter 6, where he must take the flare gun. Without this crucial item, Matt’s chances of survival significantly diminish based on his other choices.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Required Action
Six	Matt	When confronted by wild deer, refrain from attacking and let them pass.
	Emily	She should give the flare gun in the Radio Tower to Matt without hesitation.
	Matt	If you choose to save Emily when she falls, use the flare gun on the Wendigo.
Nine	Matt	Complete every quick-time event to keep moving forward.
		Always make a decision; if the timer runs out, Matt will die.

Choices to Save Ashley

Ashley is mostly reliant on the decisions of others when it comes to survival. She has only one notable choice throughout the game. Whether she plays a more proactive role in the upcoming Until Dawn film adaptation is uncertain.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Action Required
Eight	Emily	Complete all quick-time events to escape the Wendigo attack. If possible, take no damage.
	Ashley	If Emily was previously injured, do not alert the others.
	Mike	If Ashley reveals that Emily is bitten, do not shoot her.
Nine	Ashley	While navigating the caves, ignore Jessica’s call for help. Do not respond and keep moving.
Ten	Sam	If Ashley stayed silent in Chapter 8, succeed in the first stand still event. If she pointed out Emily’s wound, complete the second stand still event.
		Actively assist Mike and give Ashley time to escape the lodge.
		Do not detonate the lodge until Ashley has had enough time to flee.

Critical Decisions – Saving Emily and Chris

Responsible for Their Own Fates

Emily and Chris hold significant power over their own fates and have numerous opportunities to secure their survival. While they can still fall victim to others, any such demise typically stems from previous misjudgments in Until Dawn. Successfully completing quick-time events without errors can help you avoid the direst choices.

Choices to Preserve Emily

Emily faces some challenging quick-time events in the game. These events are often more demanding than those in The Quarry, so it’s important to focus, as her untimely death can occur without warning.

YouTuber GetRektNoob highlighted the differences between the chase sequences in the original and the remake of Until Dawn. While the mechanics stay largely intact, the on-screen prompts are less conspicuous. It’s advisable to become familiar with the controller layout instead of relying solely on the on-screen indications.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Required Action
Eight	Emily	Evade the Wendigo’s pursuit. If possible, avoid taking damage to keep her unharmed.
		While escaping, take the right route and operate the elevator.
		Succeed in all quick-time events to escape the rock grinder.
	Ashley	If Emily has been bitten, keep this a secret.
	Mike	If Ashley mentions the injury, do not shoot Emily.
Ten	Sam	If Ashley remained silent in Chapter 8, complete the second stand still event. If she pointed out Emily’s bite, complete the first stand still event.
Ten	Sam	Do not destroy the lodge before Emily can escape.

Choices to Save Chris

Chris and Ashley share a romantic tension early in Until Dawn. However, if this bond is betrayed, Ashley might inadvertently lead to Chris’s demise through inaction. Even if their relationship remains strong, Ashley’s choices can still impact Chris’s fate.

Despite Chris’s involvement in Chapter 10, no choices need to be made here. He will automatically escape at the beginning of the final act. If you want him to die, your last chance to do so arises in Chapter 9.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Actions Required
Six	Chris	The Psycho will capture both Chris and Ashley. He demands that you shoot one of the survivors. Always choose Chris; otherwise, he will die in Chapter 8.
Eight	Chris	During the shooting scenario, eliminate all Wendigos and return to the lodge safely. Keep in mind: if you previously shot Ashley, Chris cannot survive.
Nine	Ashley	A voice, possibly Jessica’s, will call for help. Ignore it and join the other survivors.
Nine	Chris	Chris will then hear a similar voice claiming to be Jessica; again, do not investigate.

Almost Invulnerable – Saving Mike, Sam, and Josh

Plot Armor Limits Choices

In Until Dawn, Mike, Sam, and Josh are the three main characters whose survival is heavily protected by plot armor. You can make poor decisions early in the game, and they will still be safe for a majority of the playthrough. It’s only towards the conclusion that they can become vulnerable to death.

Choices to Preserve Mike

Similar to Jessica, Mike has no pivotal decisions in a flawless playthrough. His survival hinges on the choices made by Sam. You only control Mike directly if Sam meets her demise.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Actions Required
Ten	Sam	Succeed at the first stand still prompt and let the other survivors escape.
		Yell at the Wendigo to allow Mike to break the light bulb.
		Do not blow up the lodge before Mike has enough time to escape.
	Mike	If Sam has passed away but Mike managed to break the light bulb, flip the switch. Otherwise, Mike cannot survive.

Choices to Save Sam

Sam is the most durable character in Until Dawn. She has minimal means of dying, ensuring her survival in most scenarios. As a result, new players may find the game easier thanks to her resilience.

Chapter	Playable Survivor	Actions Required
Ten	Sam	Complete all stand still events except for the first. Note: failing the first will instead take out Emily or Ashley.
Ten	Sam	Never allow a decision timer to expire, or Sam risks getting stabbed by a Wendigo.

Josh is not a directly playable character in Until Dawn. His survival is dictated solely by Sam’s actions during the final chapter. As Mike charges through a waterfall, instead of following him, you should climb the ledge on the left to discover Hannah’s Scrawled Journal. Reading this journal before finding Josh will ultimately save his life.

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October 12, 2024

Conquer the Queen Blood Spider in Throne and Liberty: A Guide

The Queen Blood Spider is one of the many arachnid adversaries you can encounter in Throne and Liberty. However, players often struggle to locate it. This difficulty arises from the quest requirements and the Queen’s surprising spawning point, along with numerous Mysterious Notes related to the quest that can mislead players. On the upside, while finding the spider can be a challenge, those who seek it out will generally find the ensuing battle manageable if they are at the appropriate level.

As with most enemies and World Bosses in the game, defeating the Queen Blood Spider rewards players with various items, including a unique Shapeshift Morph to enhance your collection in Throne and Liberty. To participate in the encounter and claim the rewards, players should engage in the side quest titled "Friend of Morokai the Turncoat," which begins in the Carmine Forest area of Solisium.

Where to Find the Queen Blood Spider

Navigate to the Carmine Forest Waypoint

To find the Queen Blood Spider in Throne and Liberty, you’ll first need to access the Carmine Forest area to unlock its related quests. The side quest "Friend of Morokai the Turncoat" becomes available after you activate the waypoint in this area and will lead you directly to the Queen herself. When looking at your map, head towards the section marked with a light blue circle and trek southeast from the Carmine Forest Waypoint.

Players have reported that you could also venture west, but the southeast path is generally more efficient and trusted for those having trouble spawning the Queen.

Once you reach the correct location, you’ll encounter numerous Blood Spiders patrolling the webs, accompanied by a nearby bonfire. A small, rocky ledge nearby contains a Mysterious Note. Collecting this note is the first step in the quest and will prompt the Queen Blood Spider to spawn, so make sure to prepare for action once you’re in the vicinity.

If the Queen does not show up after you collect the Mysterious Note, it’s likely another player has already defeated her. In that case, you’ll need to wait approximately seven minutes for her to respawn.

How to Defeat the Queen Blood Spider

Recommended Level for an Easy Victory

The Queen Blood Spider emerges at Level 19, immediately after examining the Mysterious Note. Be mindful that lesser Blood Spiders in the area may surround her, posing a risk to players aiming to engage closely. Nevertheless, these lesser spiders are not extremely powerful, so you should be able to handle the encounter comfortably at Level 20 or higher.

To effectively tackle the Queen, it’s crucial to separate her from the other spiders. This task is simpler if you collaborate with teammates, as they can distract the smaller foes or focus on the Queen. If you’re going solo, utilize ranged attacks from your current location to lure the Queen away.

Be cautious not to drift too far from the Queen’s initial spawn point, or she may return to that location and regroup with other Blood Spiders.

Once the Queen is isolated, unleash your attacks while maintaining an eye on her movements. With the recommended level, you should be able to inflict steady damage while enduring her attacks. Her most dangerous move is a jumping attack, which can stun you upon landing. Stay alert and time your evasion—either Guard or Roll—to avoid being hit.

Should you lose considerable health during the fight, Recovery Crystals can help. If you fail to defeat the Queen on your first attempt, you can always return for another shot. Teaming up with others may be beneficial, as you’ll still receive credit for her defeat, even if another player lands the final blow.

Rewards for Defeating the Queen Blood Spider

Toximaw Spider Shapeshift Morph and Additional Drops

Upon defeating the Queen Blood Spider in Throne and Liberty, you will unlock the Toximaw Spider Shapeshift Morph, along with other potential rewards. While these additional items are not guaranteed, you may also receive various loot, including weapons. Completing the associated quest, "Friend of Morokai the Turncoat," will enhance the overall rewards, providing multiple bonuses throughout the quest.

Here’s a summary of the rewards you can expect:

Side Quest Objective	Rewards
Defeat Queen Blood Spider	– Toximaw Spider Shapeshift Morph
	– Chance for Quality Base Material Chest
Potential Additional Drops	– Arena Sword
	– Moonglow Staff
	– Quality Polished Crystal
Collect a Page of Collection: About Morokai	– x3 Quality Weapon Growthstone

Taking down the Queen Blood Spider is an excellent opportunity to earn weapon rewards and a new Shapeshift Morph early in the game. To maximize your gains and level up your character’s abilities, it’s advisable to complete the associated side quest and engage in other quests and World Bosses as well.

Source: (Seth Parmer/TheGamer)
Video Credit: (GhostArrow/YouTube)

October 12, 2024