Tracking down every electronic reader in Detroit Become Human offers players a fascinating window into the expansive lore and political tension of its futuristic world. With a total of 46 distinct covers spread across digital tablets in various chapters, finding them all requires keen observation and specific narrative choices. Completing this massive collection is essential for unlockable trophy achievements and obtaining 100 percent completion.
Understanding How Magazines Work
Unlike standard static collectibles in action games, magazines in Detroit Become Human feature two distinct articles per physical tablet. Players must swipe the controller touchpad to read both covers and register both articles in their extras menu. Missing the secondary article on any tablet will prevent the collectible from counting toward the final total.
Early Game Chapters and Key Locations
The journey begins early in the narrative across chapters like Shades of Color, A New Home, and The Painter. In Shades of Color, Markus can inspect a magazine sitting on a bench near the station plaza right after stepping off the bus. Later on, Connor can find additional reading materials placed on kitchen counters and office desks during investigative sequences.
Choice-Dependent Magazine Spawns
Several magazines in the game only appear based on decisions made in earlier chapters, making a single playthrough insufficient for total completion. For example, the magazine found in Waiting for Hank changes depending on whether Markus decided to push or spare Leo in the Broken chapter. Understanding these branching paths ensures you can plan optimal chapter replays to acquire every missing issue.
Late Game Collectibles and Final Steps
As the narrative climaxes in chapters like Crossroads and Battle for Detroit, players must remain vigilant for final collectible opportunities. Specific endings, such as choosing between a peaceful protest or an armed revolution with Markus, dictate which final issue appears at the bus terminal. Carefully following these branch requirements will ensure every single item is unlocked in your extras menu.
