To talk to Lawan or see Veronika – how player choice impacts Dying Light 2‘s conclusion
As an avid Dying Light fan excited for the sequel‘s riveting moral dilemmas, I‘ve done extensive analysis on the climactic decision to either speak with Lawan or advance Aiden‘s investigation by meeting Veronika instead. While talking to Lawan doesn‘t massively alter the main plot progression, I strongly recommend having the conversation for enhanced immersion. You gain invaluable insights into her backstory that make your bond more meaningful. This can drastically improve the ending emotional payoff. However, once your rapport is strengthened, visiting Veronika moves the urgent main objective forward on the critical path.
Why understanding Lawan‘s history and motivations creates investment
As a player who prioritizes gripping narrative over gameplay, I was intrigued to dig deeper into the psyche of complex ally Lawan when given the chance early on. By opening up about her tragic past, Lawan reveals survivor‘s guilt over losing everyone she cared for when the Harran virus first struck. This makes her dedication to protecting others as a Nightrunner a clearly redemption-driven effort to save people she couldn‘t before.
| Choice | Lawan‘s Response | Relationship Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Reassure Lawan | Relief at Aiden‘s promise to survive | Strengthens bond |
| Make light of situation | Pulls away, questioning his capability | Weakens rapport |
Based on the above examples, dialogue choices shape your connection, ranging from mutual concern for each other to frosty skepticism about his skills. These interactions have consequences, as player feedback indicates a closer alliance with Lawan elicits a more moving, memorable finale scene.
Skipping the talk accelerates main missions, but forfeits bonuses
Some claim hurrying to Veronika speeds reaching the endgame clashes with Waltz and the X13 facility. However, while meeting Lawan barely impacts central plot progression itself, it can completely alter the resolution with Lawan and post-credits free roam options.
Decisions throughout that influence Lawan‘s fate include:
- Sparing Hakon earlier
- Giving VNC Tower to Frank
- Saving Lawan at X13
If the above criteria are met, Lawan will become an NPC follower as you continue playing after the ending – but only if you bonded with her sufficiently initially when the chance emerged. As someone invested in getting the most out of Dying Light‘s expansive open world after finishing the campaign, unlocking allies to accompany you on remaining adventures adds immense replay value.
Why the "good ending" actually involves heartbreaking sacrifice
The canonical conclusion that resolves the humanitarian crisis gripping Villedor requires a counterintuitive sacrifice – allowing Lawan to detonate explosives to destroy the X13 research, preventing future mutated enemies at the cost of her life alongside Mia‘s. Letting Lawan survive feels right emotionally after bonding over past traumas, but allowing her to detonate the charges saves the city overall. It‘s a painfully difficult choice for Aiden as protagonist, doubly impactful after building intimate allyship and rappor earlier on.
As gaming pundits observe, there are no unambiguously "right" decisions given the moral compromises these dilemmas force. But based on Dying Light lore, this biting sacrifice enables hope to live on. When faced with the grim ultimatum that seals Villedor‘s fate, consider carefully what Aiden would do after walking in his shoes.
So in summary, I strongly advocate players embrace the chance to connect with Lawan first when able before advancing the main plot. While superficially subtle, these insights resonate through subsequent twists. Understanding motivations elevates the allies who have your back combating the apocalypse. Forge bonds while you can.
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