The Broadcast mission in Dying Light 2 presents one of the most critical narrative crossroads in the entire game. Upon reaching the top of the dangerous VNC Tower, players are forced to decide who will gain control of the citywide radio transmitter. Depending on prior story decisions, you must choose between handing the airwaves over to Juan, Frank, or Jack Matt.
Prerequisites for Unlocking the Choice Between Juan and Frank
To have the option to give the radio transmitter to Juan, you must first side with him during the Welcome On Board questline. Choosing to help Juan instead of Jack Matt leads to a unique series of objectives involving a former GRE scientist. If you stick with Jack Matt initially, Juan will not be available as a recipient for the transmitter.
On the other hand, Frank is always available as a choice regardless of your previous faction loyalties. His passion for uniting the survivors of Villedor makes him a compelling candidate regardless of your early game decisions.
Consequences of Giving the Transmitter to Juan
Siding with Juan essentially installs a bug onto the broadcast tower while keeping the Peacekeepers in technical control. This gives Juan secret surveillance capabilities to spy on Jack Matt and track Peacekeeper activity. However, this path leads to Peacekeeper propaganda dominating the radio frequencies throughout the city.
Because Juan and the Peacekeepers focus on political control rather than civilian welfare, they fail to warn the public during a future crisis. As a result, choosing Juan eventually leads to severe civilian casualties later in the storyline.
Consequences of Giving the Transmitter to Frank
Selecting Frank allows the Nightrunners and Survivors to establish Radio New Hope across Villedor. Frank uses the airwaves to boost morale, spread vital information, and unite the local communities. This decision also helps Frank overcome his past trauma and restores his motivation to lead.
Most importantly, Frank utilizes the radio network to warn citizens about an impending missile strike later in the campaign. His early warning saves countless lives, making this choice the most beneficial path for the general populace.
Which Option Should You Choose?
Players focused on securing the best outcome for the citizens of Villedor should unequivocally choose Frank. His ability to prevent mass casualties makes his route the morally sound option for most playthroughs.
However, choosing Juan provides intriguing story developments for players interested in political espionage and discovering hidden secrets. Evaluating your narrative priorities and roleplay preferences will help you make the right call at the top of the VNC Tower.
