Directive 8020 Episode 6: Hostile Takeover Walkthrough
Hostile Takeover is Episode 6. Suspicions run high as the crew suspects Williams of being a mimic. Additionally, you must verify the identity of Laura Eisele during a tense confrontation.
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Short route note: Do not shoot Williams when Stafford aims at him; choose to 'Stand Down'. During Eisele's mimic test, choose to 'Test' her and identify the newcomer as the real Eisele.
Key Facts
Hostile Takeover Quick Facts
This page is written as a focused chapter guide, not a copied transcript. It uses verified episode structure and collectible coverage, then tells you what to watch for while playing.
| Episode position | Episode 6 of 8. |
| Primary purpose | De-escalate the standoff with Williams and identify the true Eisele. |
| Williams Standoff | Choose 'Stand Down'. Bio-scanners will verify he is human; shooting kills him. |
| Eisele Identity Test | Select 'Test' instead of shooting. The newcomer who just arrived is the real Eisele. |
Step-by-Step Route Priorities
Follow these priorities before you replay the chapter. If you change a choice, keep QTE success, exploration, and survivor state as consistent as possible so the Story Tree result is readable.
| Step | Do this | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Williams Standoff | Select 'Stand Down' or 'Lower Weapon' when Stafford points the rifle at Williams. | Shooting Williams kills him, failing the 'Everyone Lives' run. Lowering the weapon lets the bio-scanner verify his humanity. |
| Eisele Imposter | Choose to 'Test' Eisele. When identifying the real one, select the newcomer. | Shooting the wrong Eisele or failing the test will result in Eisele's immediate death. |
| Door Override | Complete the bypass wiring puzzle on the hydroponics lock before the timer runs out. | Succeeding prevents the mimic from breaking through, avoiding a risky combat QTE. |
Collectibles and Search Notes
Current collectible coverage lists 65 total collectibles across the game. Use this section as a route reminder, then use the dedicated collectibles page for exact cleanup.
- Cassiopeia Log #5: Found on the main terminal in the hydroponics control room.
- Crew Log #3: Pick up the PDA on the soil-growing bed in the greenhouse sector.
Route Warnings
- Do not change multiple route variables during a replay; test one choice, QTE result, or exploration path at a time.
- Check the Story Tree after the episode before assuming the final visible choice caused the outcome.
- If a character was isolated, treat later trust prompts as route-critical until evidence proves otherwise.
Sources Used
These sources are linked because the page contains launch-sensitive route facts. Reddit and forum posts are useful demand signals, but the facts here are based on guide, review, or official coverage.
| Source | Used for | Link |
|---|---|---|
| GamesRadar episode guide | Episode order, chapter role, rough length, and replay guidance. | Open source |
| 100% Guides collectibles | 65 collectibles, episode collectible notes, Simms Recordings, and O Death cleanup. | Open source |
| PC Gamer preview | Eight-episode structure, first-run blind advice, and Turning Points replay method. | Open source |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What episode is Hostile Takeover?
Hostile Takeover is Episode 6 of Directive 8020.
Q: How do I pass the Eisele imposter test?
Choose to 'Test' her, then identify the newcomer (the one who arrives second) as the real Eisele.
Q: Should I shoot Williams in Episode 6?
No, choose to 'Stand Down'. Williams is human, and the bio-scanner will confirm this if you don't shoot him.