Simon Says: Don't Get Yourself Vaporized in the Battle for Detroit! A (Mostly) Hilarious Guide
So you wanna be a hero, huh? You've pledged your circuits to Markus' revolution, ready to fight for android freedom. Awesome! But hold on to your LED before you go all Robocop on those pesky soldiers. There's one crucial android we gotta keep in the picture: Simon. This dude may look like a walking malfunctioning mop, but he's got heart (or whatever the android equivalent is). Problem is, staying alive in this revolution is about as easy as teaching manners to a toddler with a flamethrower. Worry not, fellow freedom fighter! This guide will turn you from a revolution rookie to Simon's savior.
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| How To Save Simon In Battle For Detroit |
Step 1: Become a Master of Stealth (Unless You're Packing Serious Heat)
Remember that scene in Stratford Tower? Yeah, that whole "shootout at the OK Corral" vibe? Not Simon's finest moment. Here's the thing: Those guards are packing serious firepower, and Simon's about as bulletproof as a butterfly. If you don't have some serious hacking skills to disable their weapons (or at least a well-placed EMP grenade), then going Rambo is a recipe for scrap metal. Instead, channel your inner ninja. Use those fancy android reflexes to dodge, weave, and knock out those guards. They'll wake up with a headache, but at least Simon won't be singing with the robo-angels.
Bonus points if you can use their coffee machine against them. Seriously, those things are deathtraps.
Step 2: DON'T Be a Roof Romeo
There's a moment on the Stratford Tower roof where things can go south faster than a malfunctioning hovercar. If Simon gets hurt, you have a decision to make. Here's the golden rule: Resist the urge to play doctor. Shooting him might seem merciful, but it's a one-way ticket to the android junkyard.
QuickTip: Pause when something clicks.
Here's what you actually gotta do: Let him be. Trust the process. As long as he's still armed (because, let's face it, who trusts an unarmed Simon?), he can probably make it back to Jericho later.
Bonus points if you use this time to snag some sweet loot from those unconscious guards. Gotta look good for the revolution, right?
Step 3: Keep That Funky Flowchart Flowing
This whole saving Simon thing depends on your choices throughout the game. Being a pacifist Markus is definitely the way to go here. The more violent you get, the less likely it is for Simon to survive. Think of it as karma for all those times you spilled your coffee trying to understand that flowchart.
QuickTip: Look for patterns as you read.
Basically, be a good noodle and Simon might just live to see a brighter future (without humans trying to turn him into a lamp).
FAQ: Simon Survival Edition
How to convince Markus to be a pacifist?
Easy! Just pick the dialogue options that promote peaceful protest and understanding. Violence is a last resort, not a first date.
Tip: Stop when you find something useful.
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How do I know if I messed up and Simon's toast?
There will be a scene later in the game where North confronts a wounded Simon. That's your cue. If you see him, you messed up.
Can I save Simon even if I accidentally turned him into a human pincushion on the roof?
QuickTip: Scroll back if you lose track.
Nope. Sorry, gotta replay that chapter. Think of it as a learning experience (and a reminder to ditch the hero complex).
What if Connor finds Simon on the roof?
This is where it gets tricky. If you don't want Simon as a pile of spare parts, DO NOT let Connor investigate the roof. Just focus on the interrogation in the kitchen.
Is there a cheat code to make Simon invincible?
Unfortunately, no. But hey, who needs cheats when you have this awesome guide?
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