In the gaming world, achievements often serve as a benchmark for players, challenging them to push their limits and explore every corner of a game. One such challenge is the 'Quick Escape' achievement in the newly released game, Atomfall. This achievement requires players to beat the game in under five hours, a feat that may seem daunting at first glance. However, with the right strategy and knowledge of the game mechanics, it’s possible to complete Atomfall in under an hour!
Developed by Rebellion Developments, Atomfall takes place in a post-apocalyptic northern England, five years after the Windscale fire of 1957. Players assume the role of an amnesiac character who wakes up in a quarantine zone surrounding the Windscale nuclear site, now known as Sellafield. The game blends elements of survival, RPG, and immersive sim genres, offering a unique experience that has drawn comparisons to Fallout and STALKER.
The journey to unlock the 'Quick Escape' achievement involves collecting seven essential items: five Atomic Batteries, the Signal Redirector, and Dr. Holder's infection resistance buff. Players must navigate various locations, often facing hostile NPCs and environmental hazards. Following an optimized route can significantly cut down completion time, allowing players to achieve the coveted trophy with some practice.
To begin the speedrun, players should head to the Slatten Dale Trader Camp, where they can kill Molly to obtain the first Atomic Battery. This should take approximately three minutes (00:03). Next, players should make their way to St. Katherine's Church in Wyndham to eliminate the Vicar and retrieve the second battery by the five-minute mark (00:05). The next stop is the Wyndham Village Interchange Entrance, located in South Wyndham Village, which players should reach by seven minutes (00:07).
At the Protocol Workshop in North Slatten Dale, players will find the Windfall Key and the fourth battery after eliminating enemies. This should be accomplished by the eleven-minute mark (00:11). The Downed Robot, which holds the third battery, is located northwest of Nora's Barn and can be accessed around twelve minutes into the run (00:12).
Players must then kill Nora at her barn to secure the fourth battery, which should also happen around the twelve-minute mark (00:12). The Signal Redirector is found at the Windfall's Crate in the Protocol Field Bunker, which players should reach by the fourteen-minute mark (00:14). After navigating through the Skethermoor Prison by the sixteen-minute mark (00:16), players will find the fifth battery in the Central Processor at approximately seventeen minutes (00:17).
Power Data Store Alpha, located inside the Wyndham Interchange Entrance, can be accessed around eighteen minutes into the run (00:18). Players should also collect the Church Cellar Key in the Medical wing below the Interchange by twenty-two minutes (00:22). The Infection Resistance Buff is found in the cellar below St. Katherine's Church around twenty-five minutes (00:25).
Players should then proceed to the Slatten Dale Interchange Entrance, which is located in Northeast Slatten Dale (31.0E, 77.8N) by twenty-eight minutes (00:28). After powering Data Stores Charlie and Delta, players can power the Central Processor, which requires the Signal Redirector, by thirty-one minutes (00:31). The final confrontation with Oberon occurs in the Windscale Plant around thirty-five minutes (00:35), where players must destroy Oberon to complete the game.
Once players manage to escape from the starting bunker in Slatten Dale, which should occur around thirty-eight minutes (00:38), they will unlock the 'Quick Escape' achievement. This achievement not only signifies a successful speedrun but also provides a sense of accomplishment for those who have mastered the game mechanics.
For players looking to tackle the 'Quick Escape' achievement, it is recommended to experience Atomfall in its entirety first. The game is rich in narrative and exploration, with its leads system allowing players to uncover the story at their own pace. However, once familiar with the game, returning for the speedrun can be a thrilling challenge.
In conclusion, while the 'Quick Escape' achievement in Atomfall may appear difficult, with the right strategy and knowledge, players can not only achieve it but also enjoy the captivating world that Rebellion Developments has created. The game’s combination of story, exploration, and mechanics makes it a worthy addition to any gamer’s collection.
