Hey horror game fans! Just two days after its release, Directive 8020 is already delivering tense decisions and creepy space vibes. Episode 2, titled “Best Laid Plans”, puts you in control of Brianna Young, Nolan Stafford, and Laura Eisele as suspicions rise aboard the Cassiopeia. Every dialogue and action affects character traits and unlocks different story branches. Here’s a clear, spoiler-light walkthrough with all major timelines and outcomes.
Table of Contents
Key Turning Points & Choices
| Turning Point | Choices Available | Possible Outcomes / Branches |
|---|---|---|
| Talking to Stafford about Anders | Trust recruitment OR Keep eye on her | Affects Stafford’s trust/doubt traits |
| Restore Ship Power | Deactivate Landing Computer OR Fire Control | Unlocks “Landing Computer Restored” or “Fire Control Restored” later |
| Eisele’s Suspicions | Accept investigation OR Disregard | Opens “Lend an Ear” or “Shut Down” paths |
| Pursuing Simms | Get caught OR Stay hidden | Leads to “Stunned” branch or smooth follow |
| Airlock Confrontation | Plead OR Threaten | Influences Eisele’s traits & tension |
Condensed Episode 2 Walkthrough
The episode starts with Brianna Young waking up abruptly. Speak with Stafford, watch the briefing video, and wake Mitchell. Your dialogue choices here shape Stafford’s personality traits early on.
Next, head to the Reactor Room with Eisele to restore power. This is a major decision point — choosing which system to deactivate creates different story branches later when investigating Simms.
As Eisele, you’ll investigate crew quarters, search lockers (up to 11 collectibles), and check Carter’s locked computer. Pro tip: The password is Luna’s birthdate from the calendar or simply “0828”.
The tension peaks when you spot Simms acting suspiciously. Follow her carefully using the scan feature to avoid detection. Depending on your earlier power choice and whether she catches you, you’ll enter one of the branching timelines.
The episode ends with a dramatic vent escape sequence and a final cutscene after checking the blocked vent. While the episode has a fixed ending, the branches you unlock significantly impact relationships, future investigations, and character development in later episodes.
Want to master the full game? Check our Directive 8020 full walkthrough hub and The Dark Pictures Anthology news for more guides and updates.
For the official game overview and development details, read the Directive 8020 Wikipedia page.
This episode really ramps up the paranoia — choices feel meaningful and the atmosphere is top-tier Supermassive horror. Have fun exploring every timeline!
FAQs
How many different branches are in Directive 8020 Episode 2?
There are several key branches including Landing Computer Restored, Fire Control Restored, Stunned, Lend an Ear, and Shut Down, based on your power and investigation choices.
Does Episode 2 Best Laid Plans have multiple endings?
No multiple endings in this episode — it concludes with a fixed cutscene, but your choices heavily influence character traits and story paths in future episodes.
