How is Hakon Alive in Dying Light 2? A Comprehensive Guide
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The fate of Hakon, a complex and controversial character in Dying Light 2 Stay Human, is heavily dependent on player choices. To put it simply, Hakon survives through a specific series of decisions made by the player, primarily revolving around sparing his life during key encounters. This isn’t a passive survival; it requires active intervention and a willingness to see beyond his past actions. If you’re aiming to keep Hakon alive, you need to actively choose to spare his life on multiple occasions. Critically, this path opens up possibilities for specific endings and interactions not available if he dies.
Key Decisions for Hakon’s Survival
Hakon’s survival isn’t guaranteed, and it is completely within the control of the player. Here are the main actions needed to ensure he lives through the events of the game:
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Refuse to Fight Hakon in the Church: When confronted by Hakon in the church, you’ll be given a choice to engage him in combat or not. Crucially, you must refuse to fight him. Choosing to fight him locks you out of saving him later, and results in his death. Instead, you need to choose dialogue options that allow you to avoid the fight and hear his side of the story.
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Convince Lawan Not to Kill Hakon: After the initial encounter, Lawan, driven by revenge for Lucas, will seek to kill Hakon. You must choose dialogue options that persuade her to spare him. Aiden needs to share what Hakon told him about leaving to protect Lawan, thereby appealing to Lawan’s emotional side. If you let Lawan kill Hakon, he is permanently dead, impacting potential ending scenarios.
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Helping Hakon Escape: At certain points in the story, you will need to agree to help Hakon get out of the city. By supporting him, you show trust and commitment to his survival which will be returned to you later in the game. This support solidifies Hakon’s path of survival.
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Spare Hakon Both Times and Don’t Let Lawan Kill Him: This is absolutely necessary if you want Hakon to survive and potentially participate in your ending. By following these steps, you ensure his survival. Failure to do any of these steps will ultimately result in Hakon dying.
Why Saving Hakon Matters
Saving Hakon has a significant impact on the game’s overall narrative and the ending you will get. Here’s why:
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Unlock the “Best” Ending: A key element for achieving the so-called “best” ending in Dying Light 2 involves keeping Hakon alive. If Hakon dies, you cannot get that specific ending. His survival ties directly into the possibility of not sacrificing Lawan, so a lot is riding on his survival.
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Hakon’s Return in the Epilogue: Should you successfully keep Hakon alive, he will return during the game’s epilogue. This appearance offers closure and potentially further story development or hints about the character’s future.
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Influence on Lawan’s Story: Saving Hakon impacts Lawan’s character arc. If you persuade her to spare him, it can shift her focus from revenge towards other goals, such as becoming a Nightrunner.
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Impact on the End Game: The choices you make about Hakon directly impact the end game. By saving Hakon, you open up possibilities for an ending where you leave the city together, which directly affects how Aiden’s journey concludes.
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A More Nuanced Narrative: Hakon isn’t a purely good or bad character. He is a complex figure with questionable actions motivated by a complicated past. Keeping him alive allows players to explore this nuance, and experience a different aspect of the story.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Hakon
Here are some frequently asked questions to provide more clarity about Hakon’s role and fate in Dying Light 2:
1. What happens if I choose to fight Hakon in the church?
If you choose to fight Hakon in the church, you will end up killing him. There is no saving him if you choose this option, and you miss out on a critical part of the storyline. This also locks you out of certain endings.
2. Can Lawan kill Hakon, and if so, what happens?
Yes, Lawan will seek to kill Hakon for his role in Lucas’ death. If you do not intervene, she will succeed, and Hakon will die permanently. This closes off the option for the best ending and the additional epilogue appearance with him.
3. Is Hakon a good or bad guy?
Hakon is a morally ambiguous character. He initially appears as an ally but is later revealed to have killed Lucas. This makes him a complex character with questionable actions motivated by protecting Lawan and himself. His actions aren’t purely malicious.
4. Does Hakon betray the player?
Many players might feel betrayed when they discover Hakon’s involvement in Lucas’ death. However, his motivations aren’t entirely self-serving, making his actions more nuanced than a simple betrayal. It all stems from orders given by Waltz.
5. Why did Hakon kill Lucas?
Hakon was ordered by Waltz to kill Lucas. He did so to cover Waltz’s tracks, not necessarily out of personal malice, and with the intention of ensuring Lawan’s protection.
6. Does Hakon die no matter what?
No, Hakon does not have to die. His survival depends on the player’s actions during key moments in the story. Specifically, refusing to fight him in the church and convincing Lawan to spare him are absolutely vital to his continued survival.
7. Can I achieve the “best” ending if Hakon dies?
No, keeping Hakon alive is crucial for unlocking the best ending in Dying Light 2. His survival is directly tied to the possibility of Lawan not sacrificing herself.
8. What happens if I help Hakon escape the city?
Helping Hakon escape the city solidifies your relationship with him. This action contributes to his survival and opens up the possibility for him to reappear in the epilogue and also possibly leave the city with him.
9. Does Hakon return if he lives?
Yes, if you spare him, Hakon will return during the game’s epilogue. This provides some closure and allows the story to potentially continue with his arc.
10. How many endings are impacted by Hakon’s survival?
Hakon’s survival directly impacts multiple endings. The best ending relies upon saving him, so his life is crucial to seeing this scenario play out.
11. Should I trust Hakon in Dying Light 2?
Trusting Hakon is a difficult decision. While his actions are questionable, he ultimately can be an ally. Players should consider the context of the story, his motivations, and their desire for specific endings when deciding whether to trust and help him.
12. What happens if I let Lawan kill Hakon?
If you let Lawan kill Hakon, he is dead. This decision locks you out of several endings, including the best ending, and stops him from reappearing later in the game.
13. How do I pronounce Hakon?
Hakon is roughly pronounced “HAW-koon,” with the first vowel sound similar to “caught” in British English and the second like the “oo” in “foot.”
14. Can I get a “bad” ending if I keep Hakon alive?
Yes, even if you keep Hakon alive, you can still get a “bad” ending if you make certain other choices, such as letting Frank die, or handing the VNC tower over to the Peace Keepers, and choosing to save Lawan.
15. Is there a romance option with Hakon?
No, there is no explicit romance option with Hakon in Dying Light 2. His relationship with Aiden is more of an uneasy alliance with shared goals. However there is more of a romantic relationship with Lawan.
In conclusion, Hakon’s fate is not fixed. It is heavily influenced by your choices as the player. Understanding the key decision points, and their consequences, is essential for achieving the ending and the outcomes you desire. Ultimately, keeping Hakon alive presents a more complex and rewarding narrative path through the zombie-infested world of Dying Light 2.