The many different characters in games like The Quarry are usually the stars of the show, that is, if they are not frustrating the hell out of you with their behavior. Nevertheless, the best endings are usually when everyone makes it out alive, and should you find it in your heart to include dear old Jacob in that equation, then you will need to prepare in advance. For everything you’ll need to know about how to save Jacob in The Quarry, read on.

How to Save Jacob in The Quarry

Despite spending plenty of time running around the woods in his underwear throughout The Quarry, Jacob only finds himself in mortal danger a few times compared to the rest.

Chapter 3

Jacob

While spending time with Emma in the waters by the dock, we will hear the scream from Abigail in the woods. At this point, if you have chosen to steal the rotator arm, players will have the choice of diving into the water to retrieve it or go help Abigail. The former will require some QTE success and choosing to detangle yourself in the water to prevent Jacob from drowning.

Eventually, Jacob will be caught by a trap set by the hunters. Do not be aggressive, and nothing bad will happen.

Chapter 4

Ryan

Shortly after the beginning of this chapter, the group will hear some rustling in the bushes. With the choice of firing the shotgun, do not shoot on both occasions.

Chapter 6

Still wandering the woods in his underwear in search of Emma, the pair will reunite before the monster attacks. Successfully hiding from the monster doesn’t mean Jacob is safe, and he will get caught in a bear trap. Choose to Pry Open the trap, and Jacob will then get hauled off into the Hackett’s residence.

Chapter 8

While wandering the mines and entering the bottom levels of the Hackett’s house, Ryan and Laura will come upon electrified cages with Jacob and a monster trapped in their respective cages. Choose not to open the cage, and stop Laura from shooting the monster. Before leaving, help out Jacob by heading to the breakers.

Simply choose Breakers 1 and 2, choose to continue, and then pick Breakers 2 and 3 to save Jacob from his nightmare. This will ensure the frat boy’s survival.

That is all that you’ll need to know about how to save Jacob in The Quarry. Be sure to check out other helpful tips like where to find all the evidence to uncover the wrongdoings at the camp or how to break into the police computer. You can also check out other content about The Quarry below, or search Twinfinite for other gaming news.

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