Can You Save Hank Without Dying in Detroit: Become Human?
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Yes, it is absolutely possible to save Hank in Detroit: Become Human without Connor dying. Throughout the game, you’ll encounter several scenarios where Hank’s life is at risk, and your choices as Connor will determine his fate, as well as your own. However, with careful decision-making and quick-time event (QTE) success, Connor can ensure Hank’s survival while also surviving himself. This article will delve into how to achieve this, as well as answering related frequently asked questions.
Key Moments Where Hank’s Life is at Risk
There are a few critical moments in Detroit: Become Human where Hank’s safety hangs in the balance. Successfully navigating these situations will dictate whether both Connor and Hank live.
The “Public Enemy” Chapter
In the “Public Enemy” chapter, you face a crucial decision: save Hank or pursue the deviant. If you choose to chase the deviant, Hank might survive the encounter, but there’s a considerable risk. Choosing to save Hank directly will trigger a sequence where you must interpose and fight a fake Connor. Successfully completing the quick time events (QTEs) during this fight will save Hank. Choosing to interpose and win the QTEs will be critical to Hank and Connor both surviving. If Connor fails the QTEs or does not choose to interpose, Hank will be killed by the imposter Connor.
The “Last Chance, Connor” Chapter
This chapter provides another critical juncture. When Hank is a hostage, you have the option to “save Hank.” Choosing this option initiates a scuffle with the new Connor android. Selecting “Interpose” during this confrontation will start a fight. Again, winning the QTEs in this fight is paramount to both your survival and Hank’s.
Other Scenarios
While these are the primary encounters where saving Hank while surviving yourself are pivotal, some choices made earlier in the game affect your overall relationship with Hank. Building a positive rapport with Hank will contribute to his survival and your relationship.
How to Guarantee Both Connor and Hank Survive
The key to keeping both Connor and Hank alive comes down to these factors:
- Prioritize Saving Hank: In crucial decision points, always select options that prioritize Hank’s safety.
- Success in QTEs: Winning quick-time events is crucial during fights and tense moments. Practice and be prepared for these sequences.
- Build a Positive Relationship: Making choices that increase Hank’s trust in you will help his overall survivability and influence his reactions in critical situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions to further explain the nuances of Hank and Connor’s relationship, and how to secure his safety:
1. What happens if I don’t save Hank in the “Public Enemy” chapter?
If you choose not to save Hank in this chapter, there’s a chance he will die. Pursuing the deviant may result in Hank getting killed. Saving Hank directly by interposing and fighting the fake Connor is the safest route for his survival and yours.
2. What happens if I fail the QTEs while fighting the fake Connor to save Hank?
Failing the QTEs during the fight with the fake Connor can have fatal consequences for Hank. The impostor Connor will succeed in killing him if you fail to defeat him during the fight.
3. Does my relationship with Hank affect his chances of survival?
Yes, a positive relationship can indirectly affect Hank’s survival. A higher trust level with Hank influences his reactions to Connor, particularly in stressful situations.
4. Can Hank die even if I make all the right choices?
While making all the right choices greatly increases Hank’s survival odds, there are situations that could cause his demise later in the game, particularly if Connor makes negative decisions. If you choose “Rush the deviant”, the deviant will self-destruct, killing the officer but both Connor and Hank will survive. If you choose to Protect Hank he will die instead of Connor. This choice must be made in conjunction with all other choices to ensure Hank’s survival.
5. How can I make Hank like Connor?
To improve your relationship with Hank:
- Be apologetic about your actions.
- Avoid criticizing his health or work ethic.
- Give him compliments where appropriate.
- Act laid-back and not overbearing.
6. What happens if Hank hates Connor?
If Hank’s relationship with Connor is hostile, he will quit the police force. This could make subsequent chapters more challenging. Having an extremely negative relationship with Hank will eventually end in him shooting Connor and unlocking an achievement.
7. What should I do when Hank pulls a gun on Connor?
During the “Last Chance, Connor” chapter, you should first choose the Neutral response. When another selection appears, select Truth. When Hank pulls out his gun choose the option YES and then choose NOTHING as your next selection. These choices are critical to keep Hank from harming Connor.
8. Does Connor have to die to save Hank?
No, Connor does not have to die to save Hank. Choosing to “save Hank” in critical moments and succeeding in the QTEs will lead to both Connor and Hank’s survival.
9. How many times can Connor die?
Connor can die multiple times, and his memory will be transferred into new androids. The game even has a trophy tied to seeing Connor die eight times, called “I’ll be back”.
10. What happens if Connor dies in the elevator at the beginning of the game?
If Connor dies at the beginning, he will return as another model, and keep his memory. The character from the beginning of the game may make a reference to this if you see them again, showing your past death.
11. What happens if Connor doesn’t become a deviant?
If Connor doesn’t become a deviant, he will lose his empathy and have his memories reset. This will lock some of the “best” endings in the game.
12. What are the two outcomes for “Waiting for Hank”?
There are two main outcomes for this chapter:
- Hank Got a Lead: If Kara did not die in the “Stormy Night” chapter.
- Hank Left to Get Lunch: If Kara dies in the “Stormy Night” chapter.
13. Can Hank become “family” to Connor?
While a very positive relationship with Hank is achievable, the highest level you can reach is “Friend.” The game does not allow Hank to become “family.”
14. What happens if Connor joins Jericho?
If Connor joins Jericho, he will go to Cyberlife to recruit more androids. Successfully completing the Cyberlife mission will lead to Connor being hacked and made to attempt to kill Markus.
15. What happens if Connor dies during the Markus rally?
If Connor dies during the Markus rally, he will come back once again with a fresh body. He can die multiple times and continue to return.
Conclusion
Saving Hank while ensuring Connor’s survival is a completely attainable goal in Detroit: Become Human. It requires careful attention to the game’s decision points, success in QTEs, and fostering a positive relationship with Hank. By prioritizing Hank’s safety and making the right choices, you can ensure that both characters survive to see the end of this compelling story.