Dishonored 2 vs Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

• Perspective: First-Person
• Multiplayer: None (Single-Player Only)
• Setting: Dunwall (Empire of the Isles) & Karnaca (Serkonos)
• Platforms: PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
• Unique Feature: Play as Emily or Corvo with Unique Powers, Deep Stealth & Combat Systems, Choice-Driven Narrative & Chaos System, Intricate Sandbox Level Design, 'Play Your Way' Philosophy.

• Perspective: First-Person (Third-person when riding mounts)
• Multiplayer: Cooperative (2 player online for entire campaign)
• Setting: Pandora (Western Frontier)
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Amazon Luna
• Unique Feature: Ikran Flight, Na'vi Agility & Senses, Dual Combat System (Na'vi & RDA weapons), Deep Crafting & Cooking, Connection to Nature.

• None (Persistent AI Combat Companions): Dishonored 2 is primarily a solo experience for the chosen protagonist (Emily or Corvo). While they interact with many allies who provide support from their base (The Dreadful Wale) or during specific scripted story moments, there are no persistent AI companions that follow the player and actively participate in general combat or stealth throughout missions.
• Meagan Foster / Billie Lurk (Narrative & Transport): As the captain of The Dreadful Wale, Meagan Foster provides transportation between major mission locations and serves as a key ally offering intel, support, and her own perspective on events. She does not accompany the player directly into mission areas as a combatant.
  Human
• Anton Sokolov (Intel & Support): Once rescued, Sokolov resides on The Dreadful Wale and provides valuable information, insights into targets, and technological assistance. He does not join in active missions.
  Human
• Supernatural Summons (Corvo's Devouring Swarm, Emily's Doppelganger - Temporary): Some supernatural powers allow for the summoning of temporary allies. Corvo can summon a swarm of rats to attack or distract enemies. Emily can create a shadowy doppelganger of herself to fight alongside her or create a diversion. These are player-controlled abilities, not independent companions.
  Rats / Shadowy Construct

• Ikran (Mountain Banshee): The player's primary aerial mount after bonding with one. Essential for traversing Pandora's vast vertical landscapes. Can be directed to attack RDA aircraft or ground targets, perform barrel rolls, and use a speed boost. Customizable with gear and cosmetic patterns. Its stamina and health can be improved through skills and food.
  Leonopteryxen (Banshee)
• Direhorse (Pa'li): A swift six-legged ground mount, useful for quickly navigating flatter terrains like the Upper Plains. Can be called by the player. Its stamina can be improved. Less combat-focused than the Ikran but vital for land travel.
  Equidirus (Direhorse)
• Temporary Animal Allies (Pacified Wildlife): While not persistent companions, the player, using their Na'vi connection, can sometimes pacify or briefly guide certain wildlife. This is less about direct combat command and more about leveraging the environment or creating distractions.
  Various Pandoran Fauna

• Runes: Carved pieces of whalebone infused with Void energy. Found hidden throughout all levels, often requiring powers or clever exploration to reach. Used to unlock and upgrade supernatural powers for both Emily and Corvo.
• Bonecharms (Standard, Corrupted, Black): Small trinkets made of bone or other materials that provide passive buffs or unique abilities when equipped (e.g., faster movement, quieter footsteps, chance to regain health on kills). Standard Bonecharms have positive effects. Corrupted Bonecharms offer powerful benefits but also come with a negative side effect. Black Bonecharms are rarer and typically stronger versions of standard charms. Can be crafted with the right skill.
• Blueprints: Schematics found in levels, often in workshops, safes, or restricted areas. Unlocking a blueprint makes new upgrades for weapons (sword, pistol, crossbow) and gadgets (mines, grenades, rewire tools) available for purchase at Black Market shops.
• Paintings (Sokolov & Delilah Paintings): Collectible works of art created by Anton Sokolov or Delilah Copperspoon. Finding all of them in a playthrough unlocks an achievement/trophy and can be displayed in the Dreadful Wale. They also provide Coin when collected.
• Audiographs: Recordings that play back conversations or messages, providing lore, story details, or clues. Found in various locations.
• Notes, Books, Letters & Journals: Readable documents scattered throughout the world. They provide extensive backstory on the characters, locations, history of the Isles, political situations, an d the lore surrounding the Void and The Outsider.
• Outsider Shrines: Small shrines dedicated to The Outsider, often hidden. Interacting with them usually yields two Runes and sometimes a short interaction or vision related to The Outsider.

• Sarentu Totems: Ancient Sarentu clan totems found throughout the Western Frontier. Interacting with them often requires finding a specific vantage point to 'align' the totem, triggering a vision and sometimes rewarding an Ancestor Skill or skill points.
• Windswept Kites & Dolls: Lost Na'vi kites or dolls, often caught in high, hard-to-reach places or hidden within environments. Collecting them typically grants Na'vi Favor with a specific clan and sometimes lore.
• RDA Data Recorders / Audio Logs: Found primarily in or around RDA facilities and crash sites. These provide audio logs or text entries that offer insight into RDA operations, personnel, and their views on Pandora and the Na'vi.
• Bellsprigs: Unique plants that, when touched, permanently increase the player's maximum health. Found in various hidden or guarded locations.
• Aeolian Wind Flutes: Musical instruments that need to be played correctly (following a simple rhythm mini-game) to receive a reward, often Na'vi favor or a cosmetic item.

• Revenge & Justice
• Power & Corruption
• Choice & Consequence
• Stealth vs. Chaos
• Supernatural Abilities
• Intrigue & Conspiracy
• Oppression & Rebellion
• Family Legacy
• Industrial Revolution & Decay (Karnaca)
• The Outsider & The Void

• Indigenous Culture
• Environmentalism
• Anti-Colonialism
• Resistance
• Connection to Nature
• Identity
• Bio-Luminescence
• Alien Worlds
• Corporate Greed
• Warfare

• Folding Blade (Sword): Primary Melee
  The protagonist's primary melee weapon. Used for lethal combat, parrying, and assassinations. Can be upgraded for damage and other properties.
• Pistol (Standard & Silenced Variants): Firearm (Sidearm)
  A flintlock-style pistol for ranged combat. Can be upgraded for damage, accuracy, magazine size, and equipped with different ammo types (standard, explosive bullets). Silenced variants available for stealth.
• Crossbow (Standard, Sleep, Incendiary, Stinging Bolts): Ranged (Silent/Utility)
  A versatile ranged weapon. Standard bolts for lethal takedowns. Sleep Darts for non-lethal incapacitation. Incendiary Bolts for fire damage. Stinging Bolts for distraction. Can be upgraded for accuracy, reload speed, and scope.
• Grenades (Fragmentation, Sticky): Throwable Explosive
  Standard fragmentation grenades for area damage. Sticky Grenades adhere to surfaces or enemies before detonating. Upgradable for blast radius or damage.
• Mines (Springrazor, Stun Mine, Howling Bolt - if considered mine-like): Deployable Trap
  Springrazors are lethal traps that shred enemies. Stun Mines incapacitate enemies non-lethally with an electrical charge. Howling Bolts (crossbow ammo) can disorient groups. Mines can be upgraded for effectiveness.
• Supernatural Powers (Offensive - e.g., Devouring Swarm, Windblast, Shadow Kill, Doppelganger attack): Magical Abilities
  Many of Corvo's and Emily's supernatural powers have direct offensive applications, serving as powerful magical 'weapons' alongside their conventional arsenal.
• Gadgets (Rewire Tool): Utility/Environmental Weapon
  The Rewire Tool allows players to hack and reprogram enemy security systems (Walls of Light, Arc Pylons, Watchtowers) to turn them against foes or disable them.

• Na'vi Bows (Shortbow, Longbow, Heavy Bow): Ranged (Stealth, Precision, Hunting)
  Craftable bows with varying draw speeds, power, and effective ranges. Can use standard arrows, specialized arrows (e.g., explosive, electric, poison), and are crucial for hunting wildlife cleanly (for better resources) and stealth takedowns.
• Na'vi Spear-thrower: Ranged (Heavy Damage, Anti-Armor)
  A powerful, short-to-mid-range weapon that launches heavy spears. Effective against armored RDA units, AMP suits, and large, aggressive fauna. Slower reload but high impact.
• Na'vi Staff Sling: Ranged (Explosive, Utility)
  Launches crafted grenades or proximity mines. Useful for area denial, destroying RDA equipment, and dealing with groups of enemies or vehicles.
• RDA Assault Rifles: Firearm (Automatic, Versatile)
  Standard human firearms scavenged or looted from RDA forces. Offer sustained fire and are effective against RDA personnel and less armored targets. Can be modded.
• RDA Shotguns: Firearm (Close Quarters, High Damage)
  Powerful close-range firearms, ideal for breaching RDA interiors or dealing with charging enemies. Different types (pump-action, semi-auto) available.
• RDA Grenade Launchers: Firearm (Explosive, Anti-Vehicle)
  Heavy RDA weapon that fires explosive rounds, effective against AMP suits, vehicles, and fortified positions.
• SID (System Interrogation Device): Tool/Non-Lethal
  A Na'vi tool used to hack RDA technology, disable security systems, override turrets, and gather intel. Can also be used to overload certain RDA weak points.

• Protagonist's Attire (Corvo's Coat & Mask, Emily's Outfit): The primary outfits worn by Corvo and Emily. While visually distinct, they do not offer direct stat-based armor values that can be swapped or upgraded in the traditional RPG sense. Protection is based on player skill, health upgrades (via Runes for Enhancements), and potentially some Bonecharm effects.
• Bonecharms (Defensive Perks): While not armor pieces, many Bonecharms provide defensive benefits, such as increased health, faster mana regeneration (for powers), reduced damage from specific sources, or a chance to deflect projectiles. These are equipped in limited slots.
• Character Enhancements (Via Runes): Players can spend Runes on passive Character Enhancements that improve survivability, such as increasing maximum health, mana, or improving stealth, effectively acting as character-level 'armor' upgrades.
• No Traditional Armor System: Dishonored 2 does not feature a system where players loot or craft different pieces of armor (helmets, chest plates, etc.) with varying defense stats. The focus is on powers, gadgets, stealth, and combat skill rather than gear-based damage mitigation through swappable armor items.

• Na'vi Gear (Head, Chest, Waist, Arm, Leg pieces): Players craft and equip various pieces of Na'vi gear made from Pandoran flora, fauna, and scavenged RDA materials. Each gear piece provides health bonuses and specific perks (e.g., increased damage with bows, better stealth, resistance to elements, more resources from gathering). Gear has quality tiers and can be enhanced with mods (crafted or found). Different Na'vi clans offer unique gear designs and associated perks, encouraging players to earn Favor with them.
• Cosmetic Customization: Beyond stat-boosting gear, players can customize their Na'vi's appearance with body paints, hairstyles, and decorative elements. Some gear pieces also have a strong visual identity tied to their clan of origin or purpose.

• Corvo Attano's Attire: Corvo wears his signature long, dark coat and iconic assassin mask. While the player doesn't customize individual clothing pieces for Corvo, his outfit is a distinct and recognizable part of his character design throughout the game.
• Emily Kaldwin's Attire: Emily wears a more practical, royal-but-functional outfit suitable for stealth and combat, including a fitted jacket, trousers, and often a scarf or bandana covering her lower face. Like Corvo, her primary outfit is fixed for her playable role, though it might have subtle variations or appear different in flashbacks/formals.
• No Direct Clothing Customization System: Dishonored 2 does not feature a system where players can collect and equip different clothing items or armor pieces to change stats or appearance beyond the default outfits of the chosen protagonist. Character progression is through powers, enhancements, bonecharms, and weapon/gadget upgrades.

• Na'vi Gear & Outfits: Players can equip various pieces of Na'vi clothing for the head, chest, waist, arms, and legs. These are crafted from materials found on Pandora (animal hides, plant fibers, bones) and scavenged RDA tech. Gear provides stat bonuses (health) and perks. Appearance varies significantly based on the clan design (Aranahe, Zeswa, Kame'tire) and quality. Players can also apply different body paints, hairstyles, and adornments for further cosmetic customization.
• Ikran & Direhorse Gear: Players can customize their Ikran and Direhorse with different saddles, decorative patterns, and streamers, which are mostly cosmetic but some might offer minor gameplay benefits or are tied to clan favor.

Player progression involves earning Skill Points by completing quests and activities, which are spent across five skill trees: Survivor (health, stealth), Warrior (Na'vi weapon proficiency), Hunter (RDA weapon proficiency, gathering), Maker (crafting, cooking), and Rider (Ikran and Direhorse abilities). Ancestor Skills are powerful, unique abilities learned by connecting with Sarentu ancestors at specific locations. Gear (clothing, weapons) is crafted using resources gathered from Pandora's flora, fauna, and RDA tech, and can be improved with mods and designs from different Na'vi clans. Na'vi Favor with clans unlocks better gear and recipes.

The Western Frontier is a vast, new continent on Pandora, divided into three primary regions: the Kinglor Forest (lush rainforests, home to the Aranahe clan), the Upper Plains (windswept grasslands, home to the nomadic Zeswa clan), and the Clouded Forest (misty, enigmatic woodlands, home to the secretive Kame'tire clan). Each region has distinct biomes, flora, fauna, and RDA facilities. The world is designed for vertical exploration, utilizing Ikran flight and Na'vi agility.

• The Dreadful Wale (Player Hub / Boat): Watercraft / Mobile Base
  A stolen ship captained by Meagan Foster (Billie Lurk). It serves as the player's mobile hub between missions in Karnaca. Onboard, players can interact with allies like Sokolov and Meagan, review mission briefings, and display collected paintings. It is used for travel between major coastal districts of Karnaca but is not directly piloted by the player in an open sea.
• Carriages (Environmental / Scripted): Horse-Drawn Land Vehicle
  Carriages are present in some city environments like Dunwall and Karnaca, primarily as environmental elements or part of scripted sequences. The player does not freely drive or control them for general traversal.
• Skiffs / Small Boats (Environmental / Scripted): Minor Watercraft
  Small boats or skiffs might be used for very short, scripted traversal sequences within a level or found as environmental details in Karnaca's docks, but are not general-purpose player-controlled vehicles.
• Traversal Powers (Blink / Far Reach - Primary Movement): Supernatural Locomotion
  Corvo's Blink (short-range teleportation) and Emily's Far Reach (tendril-like grapple for pulling or moving) are their primary means of advanced traversal, allowing them to quickly navigate vertical spaces, cross gaps, and access hidden areas. These powers effectively replace the need for many conventional vehicles within the dense, multi-layered levels.

• Ikran (Mountain Banshee): Na'vi Aerial Mount
  The player's primary mode of aerial transportation after bonding with one. Allows for fast travel across Pandora's vast and vertical terrain, engaging in aerial combat with RDA aircraft, and accessing remote locations. Customizable.
• Direhorse (Pa'li): Na'vi Ground Mount
  A six-legged, horse-like creature used for swift ground travel, particularly effective in open plains and forests. Can be called by the player. Customizable.
• RDA AMP Suit (Various models like 'Combat Exo'): RDA Mechanized Walker (Enemy/Occasional Player Use)
  Armored Multi-Purpose suits used by RDA soldiers. Heavily armed and armored. While primarily enemies, there might be rare instances or specific mission contexts where the player can hijack or briefly utilize one, or parts of one.
• RDA Samson / SA-2 Samson Tiltrotor: RDA Air Transport/Gunship (Enemy)
  Twin-rotor aircraft used by the RDA for troop transport and air support. Common aerial threat.
• RDA Ground Vehicles (Buggy, APC, Trucks): RDA Ground Transport/Combat (Enemy)
  Various wheeled vehicles used by the RDA for patrols, troop deployment, and resource transport. Often targets for Na'vi attacks.

• Ikran (Mountain Banshee): Leonopteryxen (Banshee)
  Aerial Mount, Combat Ally, Key for Exploration
• Direhorse (Pa'li): Equidirus (Direhorse)
  Ground Mount, Fast Traversal
• Thanator (Palulukan): Thanatora ferox
  Hostile Apex Predator, Extremely Dangerous
• Hammerhead Titanothere ('Angtsìk): Titanotheris hammercephala
  Large Herbivore, Territorial, Can be Hostile if Provoked, Hunting Resource
• Viperwolf (Nantang): Caniferratus costatus
  Hostile Pack Predator
• Sturmbeest (Talioang): Bovindicum monocerii
  Large Herbivore, Herd Animal, Hunting Resource, Can Stampede
• Soundblast Colossus (Fwampop): Unknown, new creature
  Large, possibly territorial creature, source of unique resources.
• Various other Flora and Fauna: Numerous unique Pandoran species (e.g., Hexapede, Prolemuris, Stingbat, various fish and insects)
  Ambient Wildlife, Hunting/Gathering Resources, Some may be hostile or defensive.

• Corvo Attano: Protagonist / Royal Protector & Spymaster
  One of the two playable characters. The protagonist of the first Dishonored. Now older, he seeks to restore his daughter Emily to the throne after she is usurped. Wields his signature supernatural powers (Blink, Bend Time, Devouring Swarm, etc.) gifted by The Outsider.
• Emily Kaldwin: Protagonist / Empress of the Isles
  One of the two playable characters. Daughter of Corvo Attano and the late Empress Jessamine Kaldwin. After being dethroned by Delilah, she embarks on a quest to reclaim her empire, developing her own unique set of supernatural powers (Far Reach, Domino, Mesmerize, etc.) from The Outsider.
• Delilah Copperspoon (Claimant to the Throne): Main Antagonist / Powerful Witch
  The primary antagonist. A powerful witch with a deep connection to the Void and a claim to the throne of the Empire, asserting she is Jessamine Kaldwin's half-sister. She leads a coven of witches and orchestrated the coup against Emily.
• The Outsider: Enigmatic Void Entity / Power Granter
  A mysterious, god-like being from the Void who observes and occasionally intervenes in human affairs by granting supernatural powers to individuals he finds 'interesting,' like Corvo and Emily. His motives are ambiguous.
• Meagan Foster / Billie Lurk: Ally / Captain of the Dreadful Wale
  The captain of the ship 'The Dreadful Wale,' which serves as the player's mobile base. She aids the protagonist in their journey to Karnaca. She has a mysterious past and her own connections to characters from the Dishonored universe (revealed to be Billie Lurk from DLCs of the first game).
• Anton Sokolov: Ally / Natural Philosopher & Inventor
  A brilliant inventor and artist from the first game, now elderly. He is captured by Kirin Jindosh and becomes a key ally once rescued, providing insights and technological assistance.
• Kirin Jindosh: Antagonist / Grand Inventor to the Duke
  A sociopathic genius inventor responsible for creating the deadly Clockwork Soldiers. He resides in the intricate Clockwork Mansion and is a key ally of Duke Abele and Delilah.
• Duke Luca Abele of Serkonos: Antagonist / Corrupt Ruler
  The tyrannical and decadent Duke of Serkonos, ruling from Karnaca's Grand Palace. He is a key supporter of Delilah's coup.
• Breanna Ashworth (Curator of the Royal Conservatory): Antagonist / Witch Coven Leader
  The head of Delilah's coven of witches, based in Karnaca's Royal Conservatory. She draws power from occult artifacts and is a formidable supernatural threat.
• Aramis Stilton (Former Mine Baron): Key NPC / Figure in a Time Anomaly
  A former mine owner whose mind was shattered by witnessing The Outsider during a séance. His dilapidated manor exists in two timelines (past and present), which the player navigates using a special timepiece.
• Paolo (Leader of the Howlers) & Vice Overseer Byrne (Leader of the Overseers in Karnaca): Faction Leaders / Optional Targets
  Leaders of two rival factions in Karnaca's Dust District. The player can choose to ally with one, eliminate both, or find alternative solutions to their conflict.
• Hypatia / The Crown Killer (Dr. Alexandria Hypatia): Antagonist (Initially) / Victim / Scientist
  A brilliant but tortured alchemist at the Addermire Institute who, under duress or manipulation, becomes the serial killer known as the Crown Killer. The player can choose to cure her or kill her.

• Player Character (Na'vi Protagonist): Protagonist (Sarentu Clan)
  A young Na'vi of the lost Sarentu clan, abducted as a child by the RDA for 'The Ambassador Program' (TAP). Awakens 15 years later to a changed Pandora, must rediscover their heritage, master Na'vi skills, and unite the clans against the returning RDA threat. Customizable gender and appearance.
• John Mercer: Main Antagonist (RDA Executive)
  The head of the RDA's operations in the Western Frontier and the overseer of the TAP. A ruthless and cunning corporate leader focused on exploiting Pandora's resources at any cost, viewing the Na'vi as an obstacle.
• Angela Harding (Alma): Supporting Character (Former RDA Scientist)
  An RDA scientist who was part of TAP and had a more compassionate view of the Na'vi. She helps the player escape and later joins the Resistance, providing intel and a link to the human perspective.
• So'lek: Supporting Character (Aranahe Warrior)
  A skilled and stoic warrior of the Aranahe clan. Initially wary of the player (due to their RDA upbringing), he becomes a key ally and mentor, teaching them Na'vi ways and fighting alongside them.
• Priya Chen: Supporting Character (Resistance Leader)
  A leader within the human Resistance movement fighting against the RDA. Works with the Na'vi clans and provides the player with access to RDA weaponry and intelligence.
• Various Clan Leaders & Members (Aranahe, Zeswa, Kame'tire): Supporting Characters
  Leaders and notable members of the different Na'vi clans the player interacts with, each with their own culture, traditions, and perspectives on the RDA conflict and the player's role (e.g., Ka'nat of the Aranahe, Nesim of the Zeswa, Anufi of the Kame'tire).

• Main Missions (Dunwall & Karnaca Chapters)
  A series of story-driven missions that take the player from the coup in Dunwall to various districts of Karnaca as they hunt down Delilah's allies and seek a way to defeat her and reclaim the throne. Each mission is set in a large, sandbox-style level with a primary target and multiple objectives (e.g., 'A Long Day in Dunwall', 'Edge of the World', 'The Good Doctor', 'The Clockwork Mansion', 'The Royal Conservatory', 'Dust District', 'A Crack in the Slab', 'The Grand Palace', 'Death to the Empress').
• Target Elimination (Lethal or Non-Lethal)
  Each main mission typically focuses on eliminating a key target allied with Delilah. Players can choose to kill the target directly or discover and execute a more complex, non-lethal method to neutralize them (e.g., stripping their powers, exposing their crimes, trapping them in their own machinations).
• Side Objectives & Exploration
  Within each mission level, there are numerous optional objectives, hidden areas, safes to crack, civilian requests, and lore items (audiographs, notes, books) to discover. Completing these can provide extra coin, Runes, Bonecharms, Blueprints, or a deeper understanding of the world and characters.
• Black Market Shop Visits
  Locate Black Market shops hidden within mission levels to purchase ammunition, health/mana elixirs, grenades, mines, weapon/gadget upgrades (using collected Blueprints and coin), and sometimes unique items or information.
• Collecting Runes & Bonecharms
  Seek out and collect Runes (to unlock/upgrade powers) and Bonecharms (for passive buffs) using The Heart (Corvo) or Void Gaze (Emily) to sense their location. These are often hidden in well-guarded or hard-to-reach places.
• New Game Plus
  After completing the game, players can start a New Game Plus playthrough, retaining all previously unlocked powers, Runes, and Bonecharm traits. A key feature of NG+ is the ability to select powers from both Emily's and Corvo's skill trees, regardless of the chosen character.

• Main Story Campaign (The Sarentu Legacy)
  A series of narrative missions following the player Na'vi's journey of rediscovering their lost Sarentu heritage, uniting the Na'vi clans of the Western Frontier (Aranahe, Zeswa, Kame'tire), and leading the resistance against the RDA's exploitation under John Mercer. Involves key story beats, character development, and major assaults on RDA strongholds.
• Clan Contribution Quests (Na'vi Favor)
  Side missions and activities undertaken for the various Na'vi clans. Completing these tasks (e.g., hunting specific animals, clearing RDA pollution, finding lost clan members, participating in rituals) earns Na'vi Favor, which unlocks access to better gear designs, recipes, resources, and progresses clan-specific storylines.
• RDA Facility Sabotage & Liberation
  Infiltrate and destroy various types of RDA industrial facilities (e.g., Gas Harvesters, Mining Operations, Hydro-Extractors). This typically involves disabling security systems, fighting RDA forces (including AMP suits and aircraft), and triggering a catastrophic sabotage. Destroying these facilities heals the surrounding Pandoran environment and weakens RDA presence.
• Ancestor Skill Quests
  Discover locations linked to powerful Sarentu ancestors. By connecting with these sites (often involving environmental puzzles or finding specific viewpoints via Sarentu Totems), the player unlocks unique and potent Ancestor Skills that provide significant gameplay advantages.
• Exploration & Discovery Activities
  Various activities focused on exploring Pandora, such as finding Bellsprigs (to increase max health), Sarentu Totems, Windswept Kites/Dolls, investigating RDA research stations, or discovering unique flora and fauna for the Hunter's Guide. These reward XP, skill points, resources, or lore.
• Resistance Field Lab Quests
  Missions given by Resistance scientists at field labs, often involving research, sample collection, or disrupting specific RDA technological operations. These can reward unique gear or crafting components.

Features seamless drop-in/drop-out two-player online cooperative play for the main story campaign and all open-world activities. Players can explore Pandora together, complete quests, attack RDA bases, and share progression. No competitive multiplayer modes.

Available in Standard Edition and a Collector's Edition. The Collector's Edition included a replica of Corvo Attano's mask and stand, Emily Kaldwin's ring replica, a propaganda poster, a SteelBook case, and the 'Imperial Assassin's Pack' digital items (bonecharms, lore book, in-game currency). Pre-orders often included Dishonored: Definitive Edition.

Available in Standard, Gold, and Ultimate Editions. Gold Edition includes the Season Pass (two story packs: 'The Sky Breaker' and 'Secrets of the Spires'). Ultimate Edition includes the Gold Edition content plus the Ultimate Pack (cosmetic items like the Sarentu Heritage cosmetic pack and Sarentu Hunter equipment pack) and a digital artbook/soundtrack.

A standalone expansion/sequel, 'Dishonored: Death of the Outsider' (starring Billie Lurk), was released in 2017. For Dishonored 2 itself, a significant free update added a New Game Plus mode (allowing players to access both Emily's and Corvo's powers in a single playthrough) and custom difficulty settings.

• Q: Can I play as both Emily and Corvo in one playthrough of Dishonored 2?
  A: In the initial playthrough, you choose to play as either Emily Kaldwin or Corvo Attano for the entire campaign. However, after completing the game once, a New Game Plus mode is unlocked which allows you to start a new game with access to all powers from both Emily and Corvo, regardless of which character you choose to play as.
• Q: What is the Chaos system in Dishonored 2?
  A: The Chaos system tracks the player's actions throughout the game, primarily how many people they kill. A Low Chaos playthrough (minimal kills, non-lethal takedowns) results in a more optimistic world state, fewer hostile enemies like Bloodflies, and a more hopeful ending. A High Chaos playthrough (many kills) leads to a darker world, more Bloodflies and guards, more pessimistic dialogue, and a bleaker ending. Specific character fates can also be affected.
• Q: Are there non-lethal options for all main targets?
  A: Yes, a core design philosophy of Dishonored 2 is player choice. Every main assassination target in the game has a non-lethal elimination method, often more complex or requiring more investigation to discover and execute than a straightforward lethal approach. Choosing non-lethal methods contributes to Low Chaos.
• Q: What is Karnaca?
  A: Karnaca is the primary setting for most of Dishonored 2. It's a coastal city in Serkonos, known as the 'Jewel of the South.' It has a distinct visual style inspired by southern European and Mediterranean cities, characterized by its sunny climate (though often plagued by dust storms due to silver mining), wind turbines, grand architecture, and significant problems with Bloodfly infestations and political corruption under Duke Abele.
• Q: Can I play Dishonored 2 without using any supernatural powers?
  A: Yes, at the beginning of the game, when The Outsider offers powers, the player can choose to refuse them. This enables a 'No Powers' playthrough, which is a significantly more challenging experience relying purely on stealth, gadgets, combat skills, and environmental awareness. There is an achievement/trophy for completing the game this way.
• Q: What is the 'Void Engine'?
  A: The Void Engine is Arkane Studios' proprietary game engine used for Dishonored 2 and Dishonored: Death of the Outsider. It is a heavily modified version of id Software's id Tech 5 engine, tailored to support Arkane's signature immersive sim gameplay, detailed environments, and distinct art style.

• Q: Is Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora connected to the James Cameron movies?
  A: Yes, it is set within the official Avatar canon, taking place in a new region of Pandora (the Western Frontier) roughly concurrent with the events of 'Avatar: The Way of Water.' While it features a new story and characters, it respects and expands upon the established lore, flora, fauna, and themes of the films.
• Q: Do I need to have seen the Avatar movies to play the game?
  A: While familiarity with the movies will enhance appreciation of the world and lore, the game is designed to be accessible to newcomers, introducing key concepts about Pandora, the Na'vi, and the RDA through its narrative.
• Q: Is the game first-person or third-person?
  A: The game is primarily played in first-person when on foot. However, it switches to a third-person perspective when riding mounts like the Ikran or Direhorse, and during certain cinematics or interactions.
• Q: How does combat work? Can I only use Na'vi weapons?
  A: Combat features a dual system. Players can utilize traditional Na'vi weapons like bows, spear-throwers, and staff slings, which are often better for stealth and hunting. They can also use scavenged RDA firearms like assault rifles and shotguns, which are more effective against RDA technology and armored units. Players can switch between these styles fluidly.
• Q: Is there crafting and gathering in the game?
  A: Yes, crafting and gathering are core gameplay mechanics. Players gather resources from Pandora's diverse flora and fauna, as well as scavenge RDA tech. These materials are used to craft and upgrade weapons, gear, ammunition, and cook food for temporary buffs. The quality of gathered materials can affect the stats of crafted items.

Developed on Arkane's Void Engine (a modified id Tech 5), Dishonored 2 features a distinct 'painterly' art style with stylized character models and richly detailed environments. Karnaca's design is inspired by southern European coastal cities, showcasing vibrant colors mixed with industrial decay and dust storms. The game is known for its intricate level architecture and environmental storytelling.

Powered by the latest iteration of the Snowdrop Engine, the game delivers stunning, highly detailed visuals of Pandora. It features dense, bioluminescent environments, realistic weather systems, incredibly detailed character and creature models, and advanced lighting and particle effects. Supports ray-traced global illumination, reflections, and shadows on PC and current-gen consoles for enhanced realism.

Original score composed by Daniel Licht, featuring atmospheric and often melancholic orchestral pieces that reflect the game's dark, industrial, and supernatural themes. Sound design is crucial for stealth gameplay, with distinct audio cues for enemy patrols, awareness levels, traps, and power usage. Voice acting from a notable cast (e.g., Rosario Dawson, Sam Rockwell, Vincent D'Onofrio, Pedro Pascal) brings characters to life.

Original score composed by Pinar Toprak, capturing the wonder, danger, and cultural richness of Pandora, blending orchestral themes with tribal and ethereal elements. Sound design is critical, with rich ambient sounds of Pandora's unique flora and fauna, distinct weapon effects for both Na'vi and RDA tech, and immersive environmental audio. Features Na'vi language dialogue.

Features a first-person HUD displaying health (red) and mana (blue) bars, equipped powers/gadgets, and contextual prompts. A radial menu is used for selecting powers and weapons. The Heart (Corvo) or Void Gaze (Emily - conceptual equivalent for finding Runes/Bonecharms) helps locate collectibles. Journal tracks quests, lore, and targets. Chaos level is subtly indicated by world state and ending outcomes rather than a persistent UI element.

Immersive first-person HUD with contextual information. Na'vi Senses highlight interactive objects, resources, enemy weaknesses, and trails. Menus for inventory, crafting, skills, map, and journal are intuitively designed. Minimalistic on-screen elements to enhance immersion in Pandora's world.

Offers a range of accessibility options, including customizable controls (PC), extensive subtitle and caption customization, options for aim assist strength, options to adjust UI element size, colorblind modes, and various gameplay toggles for difficulty and visual comfort (e.g., reducing head bob).

Offers a wide range of accessibility options, including customizable controls (full remapping), various subtitle options (size, background, speaker names), colorblind modes, aim assist, adjustable difficulty, options to reduce motion sickness (e.g., reduce camera shake), audio cues, and more. Co-pilot mode allows two controllers to act as one.

• Official PC system requirements from Arkane Studios/Bethesda. Performance can vary depending on specific hardware, settings, areas in-game (especially detailed city districts), and background applications. An SSD is recommended for optimal loading times.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs will require comparable performance, high TGP (Total Graphics Power), and good cooling. **Dishonored 2 can be demanding, particularly at higher settings or resolutions, due to its detailed environments and complex AI.**
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Good TGP is important for consistent framerates.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Robust cooling is essential for sustained performance.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A decent CPU is needed for AI pathfinding and complex level interactions.
• Laptop Consideration: R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: NVIDIA Ansel support for screenshots. No native widespread upscaling tech like DLSS/FSR in original release, but this could vary with patches or PC driver features.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, View Distance, Shadow Quality, Anti-Aliasing, Decal Quality, Water Quality, and Post-Processing effects heavily impact performance.
• Game Name: Dishonored 2

• Official system requirements from Ubisoft. Performance can vary depending on specific hardware, settings, and background applications. An SSD is required. The game supports AMD FSR and DLSS upscaling technologies. Ray tracing features (shadows and reflections) are available and demanding.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs may work if their performance is comparable, but TGP (Total Graphics Power) and cooling are critical. **Modern high-end laptop GPUs (NVIDIA RTX 3070 Mobile / RTX 4070 Mobile and above) are needed for enjoyable experiences at higher settings and resolutions. This is a demanding title.**
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance in demanding titles like this.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR 2 and 3 with Frame Generation) and NVIDIA DLSS Super Resolution (DLSS 2 and 3 with Frame Generation).
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Clouds, Environmental Detail, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using FSR/DLSS is recommended for higher resolutions/settings.
• Game Name: Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

• Upscaling Tech: NVIDIA Ansel support for screenshots. No native widespread upscaling tech like DLSS/FSR in original release, but this could vary with patches or PC driver features.
• Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, View Distance, Shadow Quality, Anti-Aliasing, Decal Quality, Water Quality, and Post-Processing effects heavily impact performance.

• Upscaling Tech: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR 2 and 3 with Frame Generation) and NVIDIA DLSS Super Resolution (DLSS 2 and 3 with Frame Generation).
• Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Clouds, Environmental Detail, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using FSR/DLSS is recommended for higher resolutions/settings.

• G P U T G P: Good TGP is important for consistent framerates.
• Cooling Thermals: Robust cooling is essential for sustained performance.
• C P U Power Limits: A decent CPU is needed for AI pathfinding and complex level interactions.
• R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
• M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended.

• G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance in demanding titles like this.
• Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
• C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
• M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.