Once Human: Should you pick Simplified or Complete task mode?

The Simplified and Complete Task Mode in Once Human determines your experience in each season. Every time you start a new season in Once Human, you can either choose to play it in Simplified or Complete Task Mode. With the release of the Way of Winter update, there are high chances that you will need to make this choice pretty soon.

If you are confused about which of these two modes to choose at the start of your new playthrough, then follow this simple recommendation. Choose Simplified Task Mode if you are a veteran player and Complete Task Mode if you are a beginner. In this article, we have explained how this choice will affect your playthrough.

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What is Simplified Task Mode and Complete Task Mode in Once Human

The Task Mode selected dictates your experience (Image via Starry Studio)

Simplified Task Mode Explained:

This mode is best for returning players who have already experienced the main story in previous seasons. The Simplified Task Mode allows you to skip through content you've already completed.

Key Features:

• Skip story missions: You won't need to replay any story missions you've finished before. Instead, when interacting with story NPCs, you'll automatically complete the quests, receiving rewards without having to watch cutscenes or follow the dialogue.
• Faster progression: Ideal if you want to quickly dive into new seasonal content without having to slog through the main storyline.

Downsides:

• Limited Rewards: Some important quest rewards, like Deviations and the Motorcycle, won't unlock through the main quests. You'll need to find or unlock these in other ways, such as building a Garage for the Motorcycle.

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Complete Task Mode Explained:

Ideal for new players, in the Complete Task Mode, you'll play every main story mission from start to finish, including all cutscenes and rewards.

Key Features:

• Full Story: Complete every main mission, watch all the cutscenes, and immerse yourself in the world of Once Human as intended.
• Unlock All Rewards: By completing the missions, you'll receive all the quest-specific rewards, including Deviations and the Motorcycle, through natural progression.

Downsides:

• Repetitive: If you're a returning player, it may feel repetitive, as you'll need to go through the entire story again before getting to access the new seasonal content.

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Can You Change the Task Mode in Once Human?

Choose the Task Mode wisely (Image via Starry Studio)

No, once you choose your Task Mode, you cannot change it. The Task Mode that you choose at the start of your season is the mode that will stick with you till the end, so think twice before making a choice.

Also, as per our recommendation stated above, if you are a returning player, go for the Simplified Task Mode, but if you are new, then the Complete Task Mode is the best option for you.