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How can I disable the destruct sequence?

  • 1 of 5: You need to override the rogue AI's system.
  • 2 of 5: When you attempt to do so, a Code Entry Minigame will come up.
  • 3 of 5: If you finish it fast enough, the destruct will be aborted, and you won't be killed.
  • 4 of 5: Also, if you do it *really* fast, you can get some bonus credits.
  • 5 of 5: NOTE: If you don't want to mess with the minigame, you can pull your weapon and shoot the power junction to the left of the computer until it blows up. Your XP reward will be the same, but you won't get any credits (and you'll probably take some damage).