{"id":496853,"date":"2025-03-14T00:50:04","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T00:50:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=496853"},"modified":"2025-03-14T00:50:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T00:50:04","slug":"do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I need to play anything before Deus Ex mankind divided?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#Diving_into_Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_%E2%80%93_A_Beginners_Guide\" title=\"Diving into Deus Ex: Mankind Divided &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide\">Diving into Deus Ex: Mankind Divided &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#Why_Playing_Human_Revolution_Enhances_the_Experience\" title=\"Why Playing Human Revolution Enhances the Experience\">Why Playing Human Revolution Enhances the Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#What_if_I_Dont_Have_Time\" title=\"What if I Don&#8217;t Have Time?\">What if I Don&#8217;t Have Time?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#Deeper_Dive_into_the_Deus_Ex_Universe\" title=\"Deeper Dive into the Deus Ex Universe\">Deeper Dive into the Deus Ex Universe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_%E2%80%93_a_Standalone_Experience\" title=\"Deus Ex: Mankind Divided \u2013 a Standalone Experience?\">Deus Ex: Mankind Divided \u2013 a Standalone Experience?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#1_Is_Deus_Ex_Human_Revolution_required_to_understand_Mankind_Divideds_plot\" title=\"1. Is Deus Ex: Human Revolution required to understand Mankind Divided&#8217;s plot?\">1. Is Deus Ex: Human Revolution required to understand Mankind Divided&#8217;s plot?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#2_Will_I_be_completely_lost_if_I_skip_Human_Revolution\" title=\"2. Will I be completely lost if I skip Human Revolution?\">2. Will I be completely lost if I skip Human Revolution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#3_Are_there_any_other_Deus_Ex_games_I_should_play_before_Mankind_Divided\" title=\"3. Are there any other Deus Ex games I should play before Mankind Divided?\">3. Are there any other Deus Ex games I should play before Mankind Divided?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#4_Where_can_I_find_a_good_summary_of_Deus_Ex_Human_Revolutions_story\" title=\"4. Where can I find a good summary of Deus Ex: Human Revolution&#8217;s story?\">4. Where can I find a good summary of Deus Ex: Human Revolution&#8217;s story?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#5_Is_it_worth_playing_Human_Revolution_even_if_I_already_know_the_major_plot_points\" title=\"5. Is it worth playing Human Revolution even if I already know the major plot points?\">5. Is it worth playing Human Revolution even if I already know the major plot points?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#6_Does_Mankind_Divided_explain_what_happened_in_the_%E2%80%9CAug_Incident%E2%80%9D\" title=\"6. Does Mankind Divided explain what happened in the &#8220;Aug Incident&#8221;?\">6. Does Mankind Divided explain what happened in the &#8220;Aug Incident&#8221;?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#7_Is_there_a_Deus_Ex_game_I_can_play_on_my_phone\" title=\"7. Is there a Deus Ex game I can play on my phone?\">7. Is there a Deus Ex game I can play on my phone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#8_What_are_the_most_important_things_to_know_about_Human_Revolution_before_playing_Mankind_Divided\" title=\"8. What are the most important things to know about Human Revolution before playing Mankind Divided?\">8. What are the most important things to know about Human Revolution before playing Mankind Divided?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#9_Is_there_a_comic_or_book_series_that_bridges_the_gap_between_Human_Revolution_and_Mankind_Divided\" title=\"9. Is there a comic or book series that bridges the gap between Human Revolution and Mankind Divided?\">9. Is there a comic or book series that bridges the gap between Human Revolution and Mankind Divided?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#10_Does_my_choices_from_Human_Revolution_affect_Mankind_Divided\" title=\"10. Does my choices from Human Revolution affect Mankind Divided?\">10. Does my choices from Human Revolution affect Mankind Divided?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#11_Where_can_I_buy_Deus_Ex_Human_Revolution\" title=\"11. Where can I buy Deus Ex: Human Revolution?\">11. Where can I buy Deus Ex: Human Revolution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#12_Is_Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_open_world\" title=\"12. Is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided open world?\">12. Is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided open world?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#13_Is_Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_multiplayer\" title=\"13. Is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided multiplayer?\">13. Is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided multiplayer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#14_What_if_I_dont_like_first-person_shooters\" title=\"14. What if I don&#8217;t like first-person shooters?\">14. What if I don&#8217;t like first-person shooters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-i-need-to-play-anything-before-deus-ex-mankind-divided\/#15_Will_there_be_a_Deus_Ex_3\" title=\"15. Will there be a Deus Ex 3?\">15. Will there be a Deus Ex 3?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diving_into_Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_%E2%80%93_A_Beginners_Guide\"><\/span>Diving into Deus Ex: Mankind Divided &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Do you need to play anything before <strong>Deus Ex: Mankind Divided<\/strong>? The short answer is <strong>no, you don&#8217;t <em>need<\/em> to<\/strong>. However, experiencing the previous installments, especially <strong>Deus Ex: Human Revolution<\/strong>, will significantly enrich your understanding and enjoyment of the game. While <em>Mankind Divided<\/em> does a decent job of summarizing past events, you&#8217;ll miss out on the nuances of the characters, the political landscape, and the weight of the decisions that led to the game&#8217;s central conflict. Think of it like watching the third season of a TV show without seeing the first two \u2013 you&#8217;ll get the gist, but you won&#8217;t truly appreciate the journey.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Playing_Human_Revolution_Enhances_the_Experience\"><\/span>Why Playing Human Revolution Enhances the Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Character Development:<\/strong> Adam Jensen, the protagonist, undergoes significant development in <em>Human Revolution<\/em>. Playing it allows you to form a genuine connection with him and understand his motivations in <em>Mankind Divided<\/em>. You&#8217;ll also appreciate the returning characters and their relationships with Jensen far more.<\/li>\n<li><strong>World-Building:<\/strong> The <strong>Deus Ex universe<\/strong> is rich and complex, filled with transhumanism debates, corporate conspiracies, and political intrigue. <em>Human Revolution<\/em> lays the foundation for this world, explaining the Aug Incident and its aftermath, which is the central backdrop for <em>Mankind Divided<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gameplay Mechanics:<\/strong> While <em>Mankind Divided<\/em> refines and expands upon the gameplay mechanics of <em>Human Revolution<\/em>, understanding the basics of augmentation management, stealth, combat, and hacking will make your transition smoother.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choice and Consequence:<\/strong> <em>Human Revolution<\/em> introduces the series&#8217; signature choice-driven narrative. Understanding the consequences of your decisions in the previous game adds weight to your actions in <em>Mankind Divided<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Story Understanding:<\/strong> <em>Mankind Divided<\/em> picks up directly after the events of <em>Human Revolution<\/em>. While it provides a recap, experiencing the original story firsthand provides a more in-depth understanding of the motives and actions of various factions and characters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_I_Dont_Have_Time\"><\/span>What if I Don&#8217;t Have Time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re short on time, there are several options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Watch a Story Summary:<\/strong> Many excellent videos on YouTube and other platforms provide comprehensive summaries of <em>Deus Ex: Human Revolution<\/em>&#8216;s story. While it&#8217;s not the same as playing, it&#8217;s a good alternative.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Read a Plot Synopsis:<\/strong> Wikipedia and other gaming websites offer detailed plot summaries of <em>Human Revolution<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Focus on Key Characters:<\/strong> Before starting <em>Mankind Divided<\/em>, research the backgrounds of key characters like David Sarif, Megan Reed, and Eliza Cassan. Knowing their relationships with Jensen will significantly enhance your experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deeper_Dive_into_the_Deus_Ex_Universe\"><\/span>Deeper Dive into the Deus Ex Universe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Deus Ex franchise<\/strong> is known for its intricate storytelling and exploration of philosophical themes. The developers were deeply inspired by different themes that are also relevant today, such as transhumanism, cybernetics, and the social implications of technological advancements. Exploring these themes before playing will allow you to enjoy the universe even more.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> explores how games can impact learning. To see how games and their narratives can be educational, check out <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_%E2%80%93_a_Standalone_Experience\"><\/span>Deus Ex: Mankind Divided \u2013 a Standalone Experience?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though it&#8217;s beneficial to play <em>Human Revolution<\/em> beforehand, <em>Mankind Divided<\/em> can be enjoyed as a standalone experience. The game does a good job of introducing the world and characters, and the main storyline is self-contained. However, be prepared to miss out on some of the deeper nuances and callbacks to the previous game.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_Deus_Ex_Human_Revolution_required_to_understand_Mankind_Divideds_plot\"><\/span>1. Is Deus Ex: Human Revolution required to understand Mankind Divided&#8217;s plot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, it&#8217;s not strictly <em>required<\/em>, but highly recommended. <em>Mankind Divided<\/em> provides enough context to understand the immediate situation, but playing <em>Human Revolution<\/em> gives you a much richer understanding of the characters, motivations, and world-building.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Will_I_be_completely_lost_if_I_skip_Human_Revolution\"><\/span>2. Will I be completely lost if I skip Human Revolution?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Not completely lost, no. The game does its best to catch you up. However, you&#8217;ll miss a lot of the emotional impact and character development, which are core to the Deus Ex experience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Are_there_any_other_Deus_Ex_games_I_should_play_before_Mankind_Divided\"><\/span>3. Are there any other Deus Ex games I should play before Mankind Divided?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the original <strong>Deus Ex (2000)<\/strong> is a masterpiece and <strong>Deus Ex: Invisible War<\/strong> is a direct sequel, they are less essential for understanding <em>Mankind Divided<\/em>. <em>Human Revolution<\/em> is the most relevant prequel.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Where_can_I_find_a_good_summary_of_Deus_Ex_Human_Revolutions_story\"><\/span>4. Where can I find a good summary of Deus Ex: Human Revolution&#8217;s story?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>YouTube is a great resource for story summaries. Just search for &#8220;Deus Ex: Human Revolution story summary&#8221; and you&#8217;ll find plenty of options.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Is_it_worth_playing_Human_Revolution_even_if_I_already_know_the_major_plot_points\"><\/span>5. Is it worth playing Human Revolution even if I already know the major plot points?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely! Even if you know the story, experiencing the gameplay, making your own choices, and immersing yourself in the world is well worth the effort.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Does_Mankind_Divided_explain_what_happened_in_the_%E2%80%9CAug_Incident%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>6. Does Mankind Divided explain what happened in the &#8220;Aug Incident&#8221;?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <em>Mankind Divided<\/em> explains the Aug Incident, but experiencing it firsthand in <em>Human Revolution<\/em> is far more impactful.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Is_there_a_Deus_Ex_game_I_can_play_on_my_phone\"><\/span>7. Is there a Deus Ex game I can play on my phone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, there is <strong>Deus Ex: The Fall<\/strong>. While it offers its own story, it is not vital for understanding the plot of Deus Ex Mankind Divided.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_are_the_most_important_things_to_know_about_Human_Revolution_before_playing_Mankind_Divided\"><\/span>8. What are the most important things to know about Human Revolution before playing Mankind Divided?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Focus on understanding Adam Jensen&#8217;s backstory, his relationship with Sarif Industries, the events leading up to the Aug Incident, and the consequences of the choices you make at the end of the game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Is_there_a_comic_or_book_series_that_bridges_the_gap_between_Human_Revolution_and_Mankind_Divided\"><\/span>9. Is there a comic or book series that bridges the gap between Human Revolution and Mankind Divided?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, there is a comic book series called <strong>Deus Ex: Children&#8217;s Crusade<\/strong> that bridges the gap between the two games. Reading it can provide additional context, but it&#8217;s not essential.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Does_my_choices_from_Human_Revolution_affect_Mankind_Divided\"><\/span>10. Does my choices from Human Revolution affect Mankind Divided?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, your choices from <strong>Human Revolution<\/strong> do not directly affect the main storyline of <em>Mankind Divided<\/em>. However, your understanding and appreciation of the world and characters will be greatly enhanced by knowing those choices.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Where_can_I_buy_Deus_Ex_Human_Revolution\"><\/span>11. Where can I buy Deus Ex: Human Revolution?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Deus Ex: Human Revolution<\/em> is available on various platforms, including Steam, GOG, and console marketplaces (PlayStation Store and Xbox Store). Physical copies can also be found at online retailers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Is_Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_open_world\"><\/span>12. Is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided open world?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Deus Ex: Mankind Divided<\/em> is not a fully open-world game, but it features large, explorable hub areas like Prague, which offer a significant amount of freedom and side quests.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Is_Deus_Ex_Mankind_Divided_multiplayer\"><\/span>13. Is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided multiplayer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <em>Deus Ex: Mankind Divided<\/em> is a single-player game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_if_I_dont_like_first-person_shooters\"><\/span>14. What if I don&#8217;t like first-person shooters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While <em>Deus Ex: Mankind Divided<\/em> can be played as a first-person shooter, stealth and hacking are viable alternatives. The game encourages a variety of playstyles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Will_there_be_a_Deus_Ex_3\"><\/span>15. Will there be a Deus Ex 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The future of the Deus Ex franchise is uncertain, but there is always hope for a new installment. The story of Adam Jensen is not complete.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Diving into Deus Ex: Mankind Divided &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide Do you need to play anything before Deus Ex: Mankind Divided? The short answer is no, you don&#8217;t need to. However, experiencing the previous installments, especially Deus Ex: Human Revolution, will significantly enrich your understanding and enjoyment of the game. 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