Unlock Dr. Garrow’s Secrets: Find the Hidden Research Notes in Atomfall!

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As an ardent fan, I find myself deeply immersed in the world of Atomfall, where Dr. Garrow stands out as a dedicated scientist, prioritizing her research on Oberon above many human lives. Among the game’s non-player characters, she presents an opportunity for escape from the quarantine zone – but only if one can retrieve her precious research notes from her office.

In the game known as Atomfall, accomplishing tasks is rarely straightforward; it’s not just a matter of strolling in and snatching the notebook. Instead, you’ll need to navigate the depths of The Interchange and confront some formidable robots along the way.

How To Find Dr. Garrow In Atomfall

Dr. Garrow is set to be confined in Skethermoor Prison, located at 41.1 E, 70.8 N on the map in the Skethermoor region. Upon freeing her from her cell, she’ll guide you through an unseen route to The Interchange that only she knows. In assisting her with this daring prison break, you’ll obtain a device known as the Signal Redirector.

In the upcoming scene, you’ll find Garrow in the Central Processing Room, located within The Interchange. Given your anger towards her for leaving you behind and your desire for explanations regarding the quarantine zone events, she will likely withhold information until you complete a task for her first.

She’s going to ask you to retrieve her research notes from her office, which is located in The Interchange’s Robotics department.

How To Get Inside Robotics In The Interchange

To access the Robotics section, there are various paths you can take, but typically, you power up either Data Store Bravo or Data Store Delta. To do this, you’ll need to locate unique items known as Atomic Batteries. Chances are, you’ve already gathered some of these by now in your game progression. Activating one of the Data Stores will open doors on the lower level, revealing a spacious region ahead.

The robotics department’s entryway should be hard to miss, as it’ll feature a pair of large, bright yellow double doors labeled “Robotics” overhead. However, in the world of Atomfall, this entrance won’t be left unguarded; instead, you’ll find a contingent of Protocol soldiers and two B.A.R.D. robots keeping watch there.

One robot will carry a machine gun, whereas another will wield a flamethrower. Furthermore, two automated turrets will be stationed at the walls, keeping watch over the entrance.

The approach for handling these adversaries is entirely your choice. Opt to slip past unnoticed, or choose to eliminate them all. Should you opt for the latter, make sure you’ve stocked up on sufficient healing supplies and ammunition.

To disable the machine gun turrets, approach them closely and employ the Signal Redirector on the electrical box marked with a yellow light at its base. This will deactivate the guns. Alternatively, stay clear of the red laser beam connected to the turrets to evade detection by them.

To gain access to the Robotics department, you’ll need to bypass the security measures first. Once you’re in, your next step is locating Dr. Garrow’s office.

How To Reach Robotics’ Lower Level In Atomfall

Upon stepping into the Robotics department, you’ll find a Pneumatic Tube for storing or retrieving items. Proceed ahead, and you’ll find yourself in a spacious area with numerous paths to explore. At the far end, you’ll discover the entrance to the Lower Level of Robotics, where Dr. Garrow’s office is situated. Two magnetic locks ensure security, but at present, there’s no electricity powering them.

To begin, locate the Administration Office, it’s situated beyond the Canteen on your left side. Remember, the Canteen is inhabited by rats, so carry a melee weapon or some Explosive Lures for protection as you navigate through. Once you’ve passed the Canteen, ascend the stairs. Continue walking straight and you’ll encounter the Administration Office. Inside, there’s a vent near the floor that you can crawl through. Do so, and you’ll discover the Control Room Keycard and two Training Stimulants.

The Control Room is just a stone’s throw away from the Administration Office. Use your access card to swipe at the reader and enter; inside, you’ll find a massive console with a green monitor showing blueprints for a B.A.R.D. Robot. Pressing a button on this console will route power to the Robotics lab. This action will prompt a message from a scientist named Frank Stevens, who’ll fill you in on the recent events here. However, activating the B.A.R.D. Robot means it’s now roaming around this sector, so your options are either to tread lightly or neutralize it.

Making my way towards the room, I’m off to find where the Robot Assembly takes place. To my left lies the entrance to Power Control Alpha, but unfortunately, it’s currently without power. However, I’ve got a Signal Redirector on me, and by using it on the electrical box visible through the window, I can route the power back!

Now, you may proceed into Power Control Alpha. Inside, you’ll find a control panel with a label for “Wing Power Control”. Give it a pull and listen closely as a message informs you that half of the power has been reinstated at the entrance.

To leave through the same doors as when entering Power Control Alpha, look for an electrical panel up on the wall that you can reach by standing on a crate nearby. Manipulate the power flow, which will trigger a turret above the entrance. Be cautious and stay hidden from its laser sight, then redirect the power using the Redirector located beneath the turret on the electrical box.

First, make your way towards the other side of the room where you’ll find the Power Control Beta unit. To your left, there’s an electrical box you can access through a window which houses the Signal Redirector. Activate this and it will energize the lock release. Once at Power Control Beta, pull another Wing Power Control lever, and viola! The entrance will regain power.

However, if you assumed that was all, you’d be incorrect as electricity surges once more through an exposed wire, electrifying the floor due to water on the ground. To avoid getting shocked, jump onto some crates and then employ the Signal Redirector on the electrical box located near the door. Now, with a lock release nearby, you can open the console to gain access to the Lower Level.

Where To Find Dr. Garrow’s Research Notes

We find ourselves at the entry-level of Robotics, but our adventure continues. Take the elevator ride, and you’ll encounter a closed yellow door that grants access to Robot Maintenance. Adjacent to it lies a scientist who has left a note labeled “Trapped Inside Weapons Testing.” This will expose the fact that a researcher named Rosie snatched the key to Dr. Garrow’s office and confined herself in the Weapons Testing Room located to your right.

To operate the shutter on the electrical box overhead, you should be aware that this action will activate all defense mechanisms in this vicinity, such as wall-mounted turrets, a B.A.R.D. Robot, and a flamethrower B.A.B.D. Robot. If your intention is to neutralize the robots, you’ll find red explosive barrels scattered around this lab, which can inflict significant damage on them. It would be more effective to handle each robot individually instead of engaging both at once. Of course, you’ll also need to disable the turrets using the Redirector in the process.

Around this lab are three computer workstations with green robot diagrams displayed on their screens. To proceed, you should approach each one and press a button to switch them on. By activating all these consoles, you’ll gain access to the Weapons Testing Room where Rosie’s body lies. The Head Office Keycard that she carries can be found on her.

Three computer terminals with robot schematics are situated around this lab. To move forward, you need to go up to each one and press a button to turn them on. Activating all the consoles will lead you to the Weapons Testing Room where Rosie’s body is located. The Head Office Keycard that she has can be found on her.

Climb the stairway located at the rear of Robot Maintenance, unlock the door with your passkey, and access Dr. Garrow’s office. On his desk, you’ll find some research notes that you can store in your possession for later use.

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2025-03-25 07:39