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Citizen Sleeper 2kicks off with a high-stakes mission to escape Hexport. But that’s not your biggest concern; the Rig, your spaceship, is broken, and you need a rare component to fix it.
If you’re looking for a clear and concise guide to completingCitizen Sleeper 2’sintroductory chapter, we’ve got you covered. This walkthrough explains how to finish the first Major Drive,Escape Hexport, and reach the next location.
Repair the Rig and leave the station
Duration
~ 30 minutes
Mission Description: [Major Drive] Laine is hunting you, and Hexport is not far from Darkside. Refuel, repair, find what you need, and then leave before he finds you.
The Escape Hexport Drive also serves asCitizen Sleeper 2’stutorial mission, gradually introducing you to core mechanics like Cycles, Supplies, Contracts, and Dice Rolls. Here’s how to complete this introductory mission.
How to Escape Hexport
Your ship, the Rig, is broken. To escape Hexport,you must first repair it using a Feed Line, which can be acquired in three ways: purchasing it with Cryo, trading a valuable item, or stealing it. Once you have the Feed Line, you can leave Hexport before Laine catches you.
Step 1: Talk to Karsten
After activating the Escape Hexport Drive in the second Cycle, you’ll need to meet Karsten. He works in the Factory Row section, which unlocks after completing the Trusted Suppliers task (essentially rolling favorable dice at Factory Row until the workers trust you).
Once you gain their trust, Karsten will appear and offer you two choices: purchase a Feed Line for 400 Cryo or do him a favor in exchange for one.
Since mostCitizen Sleeper 2players start with limited Cryo, you’ll likely opt for the favor, which involves visiting the wrecked ship, Solheim HS22.
Step 2: Go to Solheim HS22
The Rig needs fuel to reach Solheim HS22. Head to Hexport Trade Hall to buy some. If you’re short on Cryo, you can earn some through Data Defusal or Scrapyard Shift.
You’ll also need supplies since the mission may take a few Cycles. To avoid excessive stress, consider purchasing food from Hexport Trade Hall as well.
Step 3: Retrieve the Ship Core
At Solheim HS22, prioritize the Corroded Airlock path (Bridge Entry) to retrieve the core Karsten needs. You can explore the other path, Depressurized Bay, later to gather valuables and additional resources.
Step 4: Leave Hexport
Once you have the core, deliver it to Karsten to obtain the Feed Line, allowing you to escape Hexport before Laine catches up.
BeginnerCitizen Sleeper 2playerswho have enough Cycles should consider exploring Hexport and earning some Cryo before progressing to the next chapter.
Other Possible Outcomes in the ‘Escape Hexport’ Drive
Finding the ship core at Solheim HS22 isn’t guaranteed. If the dice rolls don’t go your way, you may face multiple crises and be forced to leave empty-handed. In this case, Juni might offer to help you steal the Feed Line from Karsten.
Another possibility is running out of Cycles and getting caught by Laine. However, this won’t result in a game over; you’ll still escape with your broken ship and continue your journey on Far Spindle.
