Mastering Crew Recruitment in Citizen Sleeper 2
This guide details how to acquire every crew member in Citizen Sleeper 2. Remember, while recruitment is usually straightforward (accepting their offer to join), success in certain Contracts or events can influence your ability to recruit specific characters. Also note that losing crew members is possible through unfortunate dice rolls or missed opportunities.
Important Note: Due to the game's dynamic nature, please share any alternative recruitment methods you discover in the comments!
Serafin and Bliss
Serafin and Bliss are your initial crew. Serafin, though always present, is generally unavailable for Contracts. Both join automatically; no achievements are tied to their recruitment.
Juni
Juni initially joins temporarily on Hexport. To recruit her permanently, proceed to Helion Gate after completing the "Idle Minds" clock at Solheim Records. A cutscene featuring Juni will trigger. Complete the subsequent Contract and agree to let her rejoin your ship. Recruiting Juni unlocks the "Data Archaeologist" achievement.
Yu-Jin
Find Yu-Jin on Far Spindle after completing the "Getting Wracked" clock at Gaia's Gyre (requires ordering a Wrack four times, costing 16 Cryo). This opens a Contract with Yu-Jin. Completing it allows you to permanently recruit him. Recruiting Yu-Jin unlocks the "The Freelancer" achievement.
Luis
During the Aphelion Beacon Contract, choosing to leave Yu-Jin behind opens the opportunity to recruit Luis. Recruiting Luis unlocks the "Signalchaser" achievement.
Kadet
Meet Kadet on Far Spindle after completing the "Spindle Core" clock at the Spindle Core location. This unlocks a new drive and Stripline Express. Complete the new options at Stripline Express, triggering a cutscene. Finally, travel to the Scatteryards to recruit Kadet. Recruiting Kadet unlocks the "The Spindlejack" achievement.
Femi & Nia
You can recruit either Femi or Nia, but not both. You'll initially meet Nia on Hexport, encountering Femi as well. Later, Femi on Floatsam offers a Contract to ensure Nia's safety. Complete this Contract to choose between them. Recruiting Femi unlocks the "Big Brother" achievement; recruiting Nia unlocks the "Little Sister" achievement.
Flint
After your first visit to Olivera, a Contract unfolds involving Flint's disappearance. This leads to another Contract requiring swift action to set a trap. Follow Xander to rescue Flint; success allows you to recruit him. Recruiting Flint unlocks the "Fugitive" achievement.
This concludes the guide to recruiting every crew member in Citizen Sleeper 2.
