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.3A.02. Awakening
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.3A.02. Awakening

Your step-by-step walkthrough for Mass Effect 2's 'Awakening' mission. Learn how to defeat mechs, find loot, and reach the evacuation shuttle.

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Your step-by-step walkthrough for Mass Effect 2's 'Awakening' mission. Learn how to defeat mechs, find loot, and reach the evacuation shuttle.

Alright, let's get this 'Awakening' mission sorted! This one's pretty straightforward, mostly about getting you used to fighting some basic mechs and grabbing some loot. Think of it as target practice before the real action starts.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    You'll start off listening to instructions and taking out some Hacked Mechs. Don't sweat these guys; they're slow and come in small groups. Use them to practice your powers and weapons.
  2. 2
    As you move through the facility, you'll find plenty of logs explaining what's going on. Make sure to grab all the items scattered around – nothing's hidden too well.
  3. 3
    You'll encounter more mechs, often in a suspended state, giving you a head start to blast them before they even react.
  4. 4
    The final area near the evacuation point is where things get a little more crowded. You'll take out two mechs on the lower floor, then two more activate upstairs as you reach the top of the stairs. At the same time, a door will open, releasing four more mechs.
  5. 5
    To handle this last group, you can either go directly towards the door, but they'll swarm you. The better option is to hang back and to the right, using the nearby box for cover. This gives you space to pick them off as they come into range with powers like Overload and Pull. This room also has two hackable items for extra credits.
  6. 6
    After clearing the area, you'll reach the evacuation shuttle and learn more about your current situation.

Items you can find:

  • Wall Safe (975 credits)
  • Med Kit (3)
  • Data Pad (900 credits)
  • Data Pad (975 credits)
  • Wall Safe (900 credits)

Completion Rewards: 1,000 exp, 3,750 Credits.

Tips
  • Don't underestimate the mechs, even though they're slow. They can still do damage, especially in groups.
  • Take advantage of the logs to understand the facility's purpose; it adds to the story!
  • The final encounter is the trickiest part. Use cover effectively and prioritize taking down threats before they overwhelm you.

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