The Callisto Protocol has taken the gaming world by storm with its intense horror gameplay and compelling story. As players dive deeper into the dark mysteries of Black Iron Prison, they‘ll need to battle through 8 tense chapters that will truly test their limits.
In this guide, we‘ll provide a complete breakdown of all the chapters to help you prepare for the challenges ahead. We‘ll cover key details on story progression, new abilities unlocked, collectibles available, and boss battles in each chapter.
Spoiler Warning: This guide contains some spoilers about The Callisto Protocol‘s story and gameplay progression. Proceed at your own risk if you haven‘t completed the game yet!
Chapter 1: Cargo
The first chapter thrusts you straight into the action as Jacob Lee finds himself crashing onto Callisto and arrested by Black Iron Prison authorities. It‘s short but impactful, setting the stage for the horrors to come.
- New Abilities: None
- Collectibles: 1 audio log
- Story Beats: Jacob and Max intercepted by terrorists, crash land on Callisto, Jacob arrested
- Boss Battles: None
Chapter 2: Outbreak
This chapter reveals the first signs of the terrifying outbreak overtaking Black Iron. Jacob must escape his cell and fight through the emerging biophages.
- New Abilities: Stun Baton, Crowbar, Melee Axe, Shiv
- Collectibles: 3 audio logs
- Story Beats: Outbreak begins, Jacob encounters first biophages
- Boss Battles: None
Chapter 3: Aftermath
The outbreak is in full-swing and the situation is dire. Jacob teams up with Elias to push through the chaos and try to find a way out.
- New Abilities: Hand Cannon, GRP Gun
- Collectibles: 14 audio logs
- Story Beats: Jacob meets Elias, fights evolved biophages
- Boss Battles: Alpha Patroller mini-boss
Chapter 4: Habitat
This chapter sees Jacob battling his way through maintenance areas and tunnels to try reach the habitat domes and hangars to escape.
- New Abilities: Skunk Gun schematic
- Collectibles: 8 audio logs, Space Suit armor set
- Story Beats: Jacob pursues Dani, clash with Captain Ferris
- Boss Battles: Alpha Clicker mini-boss
Chapter 5: Lost
A sudden snowstorm leaves Jacob stranded and disoriented. Biophages prowl outside the prison walls as he searches for a way back while overcoming the extreme weather.
- New Abilities: Riot Gun
- Collectibles: 8 audio logs, Survivor Suit armor set
- Story Beats: Jacob lost in snowstorm, battles evolved biophages
- Boss Battles: Alpha Waster mini-boss
Chapter 6: Below
After an ambush by Captain Ferris, Jacob finds himself beneath Black Iron‘s foundations. In the ancient ruins, he uncovers the dark secrets behind the outbreak.
- New Abilities: Tactical Pistol Schematic
- Collectibles: 7 audio logs
- Story Beats: Jacob teams up with Dani, revelations about the outbreak
- Boss Battles: Alpha Burster mini-boss
Chapter 7: Colony
Jacob returns to the surface but the infection has spread catastrophically. He attempts a last desperate push towards Warden Cole‘s tower to end this nightmare.
- New Abilities: Assault Rifle Schematic
- Collectibles: 7 audio logs
- Story Beats: Spreading infection, race to stop Captain Ferris
- Boss Battles: Evolved Captain Ferris mini-boss
Chapter 8: Tower
In the epic finale, Jacob infiltrates the Warden‘s tower to confront Cole and end the biophage threat once and for all. Expect shocking twists and turns up to the very end!
- New Abilities: None
- Collectibles: 5 audio logs
- Story Beats: Final revelations and showdowns
- Boss Battles: Final boss fight
Now that you know what to expect from each chapter storyline-wise, let’s take a quick look at some of the key gameplay systems and mechanics you’ll need to master:
Combat Abilities
The Callisto Protocol has a visceral melee-focused combat system. You’ll unlock new weapons and abilities to dismember enemies. Utilize your environment too with traps and debris.
Defence and Health
Health management is vital to survive. Carefully monitor your health meter during combat. Use med stations to top up your health injection reserves when possible.
Collectibles
Audio logs offer background story details. Keep an ear out for their locations. Collecting enough logs also grants permanent buffs via research trophies.
Skill Unlocks
Spend progression points to acquire new skills for combat, health improvements, resource gains etc. Choose upgrades aligned with your playstyle.
Crafting
Over the story, you’ll obtain schematics to craft and customize new weapons. Gather common and rare components to enhance your arsenal.
With a solid understanding of what lies in store across all chapters, you’ll be well prepared to take on The Callisto Protocol‘s grueling challenges. Just keep the following tips in mind:
- Take it slow and steady – don‘t rush into rooms blindly. Use cover to your advantage.
- Dismember enemies to swiftly take them out rather than blindly mashing attacks.
- Listen for audio log cues. Seek them out to expand your knowledge of events.
- Craft health injections whenever you can. Stock up on reserves.
- Choose skills to suit your playstyle for more efficient progression.
- When low on health, run and break line of sight from enemies to recover.
The mysteries of The Callisto Protocol await, with plenty of deadly twists and turns. You now know when new weapons and abilities get introduced throughout the intense story chapters. So steel your nerves and dive headfirst into the horrors of Callisto! Let us know which chapter you found most memorable.
