Valuable information for JYDGE, including keyboard shortcuts, New Game Plus, variances in difficulty levels, and other handy details.
Special Actions
Gameplay:
- To execute a powerful melee strike, hold down the melee button and charge it up for up to 8 times the damage. It’s important to note that you won’t be able to move while charging this attack.
- If you’re using a mouse and keyboard, you have the ability to aim where your grenades will land.
- Skip the introduction of a level or after completing a mission by pressing the E key.
Menus:
- To access the “mission failed” screen and retain your credits while also being able to change gear/loadouts, simply long-press the Restart button.
- Click the ( i ) button in the main menu to view the patch notes and stay informed about updates.
- Long-press the Jukebox icon to bring up a list of available tracks.
Loadouts:
- To view your loadouts, whether on the metagame or level fail screen, press the SPACE key or the X button on your gamepad.
- Quickly switch between loadouts without opening the Loadouts menu by pressing the numbers 1, 2, or 3. This convenient shortcut works on the main menu gear screens as well as the level fail screen.
General Notes
Within the game settings, there is an option called “Low mission medal limits” which decreases the medal costs required for unlocking new missions. This feature allows players to access more levels at an accelerated pace. Although it deviates from the intended gameplay experience, some players may opt to utilize this option.
Additionally, in the game settings, you have the ability to disable the tiled view, altering the visual presentation.
For those who refrain from harming civilians, there exists a secret ending. By acquiring the Sin Eraser for $66,666, players can reduce the number of civilians killed by half, contributing to the possibility of unlocking this elusive ending.
Sin Eraser + New Game Plus
Contrary to its misleading button text, the Sin Eraser collectible in actuality serves two purposes: Firstly, it reduces the count of killed civilians by half. Secondly, it enables you to engage in New Game Plus. To explore these options, simply click on “Reset Sins.”
If you opt for “Erase All Sins,” your level progress will be reset, granting you the opportunity to embark on a New Game Plus experience. However, please note that this action will result in the loss of all your medals. Nonetheless, any unlocks you have already obtained will remain intact. It is essential to ensure that you have purchased all available unlocks before proceeding, as any unpurchased ones will no longer be accessible. Resetting the game in this manner proves advantageous for accruing additional credits, allowing you to acquire upgrades by replaying missions, earning medals, and opening loot containers once again.
Difficulty Differences
The exact stat differences across the different difficulties.
Normal
- Enemy HP – x1
- Enemy Damage – x1
- Enemy Movement Speed – x1
- Enemy Fire Rate – x1
- Enemy Reaction Time – x1.15
- Game Speed – x1
- Credit Drops – x1
Hardcore
- Enemy HP – x1.35
- Enemy Damage – x1.75
- Enemy Movement Speed – x1.05
- Enemy Fire Rate – x1.1
- Enemy Reaction Time – x1
- Game Speed – x1.01
- Credit Drops – x1.25
Grim
- Enemy HP – x1.9
- Enemy Damage – x3
- Enemy Movement Speed – x1.1
- Enemy Fire Rate – x1.15
- Enemy Reaction Time – x0.9
- Game Speed – x1.02
- Credit Drops – x1.5
Nightmare
- Enemy HP – x2.5
- Enemy Damage – x5
- Enemy Movement Speed – x1.2
- Enemy Fire Rate – x1.3
- Enemy Reaction Time – x0.7
- Game Speed – x1.05
- Credit Drops – x2.0
In-Game Tips
Mechanics Information:
- JYDGE’s health is visually represented by a circular indicator around his feet.
- Laser projectiles are identifiable by their red color. They possess accuracy, high speed, and the ability to rebound off surfaces.
- The plasma firemode launches projectiles with substantial damage and moderate range. It proves highly effective against organic enemies, melting them practically.
- Lead-based fire modes propel high-mass lead projectiles capable of penetrating thin walls.
- Ion projectiles have an electrifying effect on nearby enemies.
- Thin walls can be destroyed, allowing for entry into new areas.
- Even if you perish after rescuing all citizens, you will still be awarded the Savior medal.
- Eliminating all enemies and subsequently dying during your escape will still grant you the Kill All medal.
- Confiscated credits are retained even if a mission is failed.
- Citizens may not always choose the desired direction to run. However, you can gently guide them to select a suitable route.
- Some of the tougher enemies will remain permanently defeated when replaying missions. Can you discern which ones?
- Most doors can be opened with sufficient explosives.
- There are methods available to neutralize mines.
- Loot boxes can only be opened once per difficulty level.
- Color locked doors require unlocking only once per difficulty level.
- Heavy turrets can detect you even while in stealth mode.
- If you’re struggling to defeat a boss, their HP decreases each Monday.
- Charge up the melee strike by holding down the designated melee button to achieve up to 8 times the damage.
- By ensuring enemies don’t spot the JYDGE, you can earn the Unseen medal. Let your companions handle the dirty work?
General Tips:
- It’s rare to achieve all three medals in a single run. Which one will you aim for next?
- Try exploring alternative routes to reach your target.
- Collect all available credits as the Department of Jystice needs every bit of funding.
- Sneaking to your target can be highly effective.
- Investing in additional cyberware and mods by purchasing more slots is crucial. It may be expensive, but it’s worth it.
- Increase your health sufficiently, and you can survive a direct rocket hit.
- Optimize the JYDGE’s configuration for maximum performance.
- Exercise caution with the C4K. The department cannot afford any more mishaps.
- Save as many citizens as possible as they contribute as valued taxpayers.
- Failing the main objective in a blatant manner results in a violent explosion for the JYDGE.
- Determine the best approach for each mission.
- Enhance melee capabilities by installing all available melee boosting enhancements. Indulge in some melee mayhem.
- Mechanical Police Spiders often serve as decoys.
World Building:
- Confiscation is not considered a crime when it comes to credits.
- Androids lack emotions, so feel free to eliminate them all.
- ”Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.”
- Could the rumors about the Gavel Mk2 (aka. ‘Sentence’) be true?
- Is this reality or just a simulation?
- You would be astonished if you knew what lies behind the JYDGE mask.
- If JYDGE’s vehicle is indestructible, why not remain inside?
- It’s time for Gavel action.
- The byrds are not what they seem.
- Don’t scrutinize the meat too closely.
- Explore the latest line of smart porch terraces available at your nearest PCMAS company outlet.
- In Edenbyrg, most parents prefer their children to be grown in vats until they reach 21.
- The Crimsonland Institute is intrigued by the peculiar phenomenon surrounding the May 18th event.