In Citizen Sleeper 2, assembling the right crew is crucial for successfully completing various contracts. In this guide, we'll explore how to recruit every crew member in the game, ensuring you're well-equipped for your journey.
Keep in mind that while recruitment is often straightforward, with crew members asking to join, certain contracts or events may require you to perform well to secure a member. Be aware that you can lose crew members due to bad rolls or miss opportunities to recruit them entirely.
Note: Due to the dynamic nature of Citizen Sleeper 2, if you discover alternative recruitment methods, please share them in the comments!
Your journey begins with Serafin and Bliss, the first two members of your crew in Citizen Sleeper 2. Serafin remains a constant companion throughout the game, though he's generally unavailable for contracts. Both Serafin and Bliss join you automatically, with no specific achievements tied to their recruitment.
You'll first meet Juni as a temporary crew member on Hexport in Citizen Sleeper 2. After Juni leaves, you can secure their permanent recruitment by heading to Helion Gate. Complete the Idle Minds clock at the Solheim Records area to trigger a cutscene with Juni. Finish the subsequent contract and agree to let Juni rejoin your ship to secure their permanent position.
Recruiting Juni unlocks the Data Archaeologist achievement.
You'll encounter Yu-Jin on Far Spindle after completing the Getting Wracked clock at Gaia's Gyre. Achieve this by selecting "Order a Wrack" four times, costing you a total of 16 Cryo. Once done, engage with Yu-Jin, accept the contract he offers, and upon completion, you can recruit him permanently.
Recruiting Yu-Jin unlocks the The Freelancer achievement.
During the Aphelion Beacon contract, you have the option to leave Yu-Jin behind. Choosing to do so will allow you to recruit Luis instead.
Recruiting Luis unlocks the Signalchaser achievement.
You'll first encounter Kadet on Far Spindle after completing the Spindle Core clock at the Spindle Core location. This action will unlock a new drive and the Stripline Express location. Follow up with the new options at Stripline Express post-cutscene, and then proceed to the Scatteryards in another part of The Belt to recruit Kadet.
Recruiting Kadet unlocks the The Spindlejack achievement.
Femi and Nia's recruitment paths are similar, but you can only choose one. You'll initially work with Nia on Hexport, where you'll also meet Femi. Later, on Floatsam, Femi will persuade you to take a contract to ensure Nia's safety. Upon completing this contract, you'll face the choice between recruiting Femi or Nia.
Recruiting Femi unlocks the Big Brother achievement, while recruiting Nia unlocks the Little Sister achievement.
Your first visit to Olivera triggers a contract to investigate Flint's disappearance along with another character. This leads to another contract where you must quickly set up a trap for an enemy. Follow Xander to rescue Flint, and upon succeeding in the contract, you'll have the option to bring Flint aboard.
Recruiting Flint unlocks the Fugitive achievement.
That's the comprehensive guide on how to recruit every crew member in Citizen Sleeper 2. Equip your ship with the best team possible and navigate the challenges ahead with confidence!