Assembling your crew is a crucial aspect of *Citizen Sleeper 2*, essential for successfully completing various contracts throughout the game. In this guide, I'll walk you through the steps to recruit each crew member, ensuring you have the best team possible to tackle your missions.
It's worth noting that while most recruitment opportunities are straightforward—simply accept when someone asks to join—there are instances where your performance during Contracts or other events can influence your ability to recruit or retain crew members. Remember, poor outcomes can lead to losing crew members or missing recruitment opportunities altogether.
Note: Due to the dynamic nature of Citizen Sleeper 2, if you discover alternative methods to recruit characters, please share them in the comments section!
The first two crew members you'll encounter are Serafin and Bliss. Serafin, although a constant presence in your crew, isn't typically available for Contracts. Both Serafin and Bliss join your team automatically without any associated achievements for their recruitment.
You'll first meet Juni as a temporary crew member on Hexport in *Citizen Sleeper 2*. Although Juni will leave the group temporarily, you can recruit them permanently by heading to Helion Gate. After completing the Idle Minds clock at the Solheim Records area, you'll trigger a cutscene with Juni. Finish the subsequent Contract and agree to let Juni rejoin your ship to secure their permanent recruitment.
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. To do this, select "Order a Wrack" four times, costing you a total of 16 Cryo. Once completed, you'll have the opportunity to speak with Yu-Jin and receive a Contract from him. Upon completing this Contract, you can recruit Yu-Jin permanently to your team.
Recruiting Yu-Jin unlocks the The Freelancer achievement.
During the Aphelion Beacon Contract, you'll 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 initially meet 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 on Far Spindle. After the ensuing cutscene, new options will become available at Stripline Express. Complete these, and you'll trigger another cutscene. When possible, head to the Scatteryards in a different part of The Belt to recruit Kadet.
Recruiting Kadet unlocks the The Spindlejack achievement.
Femi and Nia's recruitment process is similar, but you can only choose one. You'll first work with Nia on Hexport, where you'll also encounter Femi. Later, on Floatsam, Femi will persuade you to take a Contract to ensure Nia's safety. Upon completing this Contract, you'll have the choice between recruiting Femi or Nia.
Recruiting Femi unlocks the Big Brother achievement, while recruiting Nia unlocks the Little Sister achievement.
After your first visit to Olivera, you'll receive a Contract to investigate the disappearance of Flint and another character. This will lead to another Contract where you must quickly prepare a trap for an enemy. When the time comes, follow Xander to rescue Flint. Successfully completing this Contract will give you the option to bring Flint aboard your ship.
Recruiting Flint unlocks the Fugitive achievement.
And that's how you can recruit every crew member in *Citizen Sleeper 2*. With this guide, you'll be well on your way to assembling the perfect team for your adventures in the game.