Westport in The Outer Worlds 2: The Brain Bender’s of Auntie’s Choice Mission Guide
When you arrive in Westport during The Outer Worlds 2, you’ll face an important decision as part of the mission The Brain Bender’s of Auntie’s Choice. You can either sabotage critical systems to force people to leave or work to convince the residents to voluntarily defect. Both approaches shape how the story unfolds and offer unique challenges and rewards. Let’s break down each option so you can choose the path that fits your playstyle.
Should You Secure Defections or Sabotage Westport?
Surprisingly, there isn’t a huge difference between these two choices in terms of rewards or overall story impact. The defection route involves more skill checks—especially Speech, so a rating of at least three, preferably four, will be helpful—and tends to grant more experience points. Regardless of which path you pick, the ultimate reward comes from Milverstreet back in Fairfield, who gives you his hat and some cash.
Many players prefer the defection approach since it feels less deceptive and more compassionate, helping people rather than forcing them out. But if you enjoy a more direct, explosive approach, sabotage is a viable and effective option.
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Sabotage the Systems
Choosing to sabotage Westport means disabling the generator, the loudspeaker system, and the water purifier. This cripples essential infrastructure and forces Vigilant Hogarth to reluctantly agree to move his people to Fairfield’s Auntie’s Choice crew. Though Hogarth is hesitant, he puts his people’s safety first.
- Generator
To sabotage the generator, enter through a broken section of the roof. This gives you easy access to disable it without too much hassle. - Loudspeaker
Head to the location where you first met Hogarth. Look to the right of a nearby table to find the Westport Broadcast Facility Keycard. Use this keycard to access the communications room, then use the Propagandizer device to alter the broadcast messages. - Water Purifier
The purifier is located on the northern edge of town near the water source. Be prepared to fight your way into this restricted area to sabotage it successfully.
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Secure Defections
The defection path is longer and more involved, requiring you to earn the trust of three key individuals: Curativist Rowe, Interim Chief Mechanist Pinckey, and Charlton Weintraut. This option involves multiple quests and some challenging skill checks.
- Curativist Rowe
Start by giving her a Case of Auntie’s Choice Ambidextrine to prove the quality of available medicine. You’ll need at least level two in Speech for this. After that, collect four pieces of Waterlogged Protectorate Medicine for her. These can be found scattered on bodies, in loot bags, or on tables within ruined buildings in the western part of town. - Interim Chief Mechanist Pinckey
If your Speech skill is high enough (level 4), you can talk Pinckey into supporting the defection directly. Most players won’t have such a high rating, so an alternative is to sabotage the loudspeakers using the Propagandizer device, even if you don’t plan to do the full sabotage mission. After disrupting the broadcasts, return to Pinckey and convince him to join the defection plan. - Charlton Weintraut
Visit Charlton’s house in the flooded area—the third house from the right on the back row, up a small incline. Inside, access the computer terminal to uncover some of Charlton’s secrets. After reading the messages, talk to him, and be sure to pick up the Tossball Card from a table.
Once you have the support of Rows, Pinckey, and Weintraut, go back to Hogarth and discuss relocating the people. Though he initially wants to stay behind, you can convince him that moving to safety with the rest is the best option.
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Final Thoughts
Both choices in Westport provide meaningful gameplay and story moments. Sabotage is quicker and more direct, while the defection route rewards patient players with additional dialogue and experience. Regardless of how you proceed, you’ll ultimately receive the same tangible rewards, so choose the path that feels right for your character and enjoy the unique content each option offers.
Good luck navigating Westport and shaping its future in The Outer Worlds 2!
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