Unlocking All Leads in Atomfall: A Guide
- By Thomas
- Jul 17,2025
Developed by Rebellion, *Atomfall* is a gritty post-apocalyptic RPG that throws you into a world where survival is never guaranteed—and it won’t hold your hand along the way. The game’s questing system is intentionally cryptic, which might seem daunting at first, but it's this very mystery that makes the experience so rewarding. If you're looking to uncover every secret the game has to offer, here’s a complete guide on how to unlock all Leads in *Atomfall*.
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In *Atomfall*, there are a total of 27 Leads, each serving as a gateway to quests that range from core story progression to optional side narratives. Out of these, only nine are essential for completing the main storyline. The remaining 18 will lead you to hidden stories, unique encounters, and deeper world-building. Below is a comprehensive list of all Leads, including how to unlock them and whether they are essential for story progression.
| Lead | How to Unlock | Type |
|---|---|---|
| The Interchange | Obtain the Modified Keycard in the Derelict Bunker. | Essential |
| Atomic Batteries | Obtain “Finding: A Fruitful Trade” in St. Katherine’s Church in Wyndham Village. Obtain “Finding: Batteries and All” in the Sewer Tunnels in Casterfell Woods. | Essential |
| Interchange: Miscellaneous | Obtain “Finding: Strange Noises from Below” at the Site Office. | Optional |
| Hearing Voices | Talk to Reg Stansfield in the Slate Mine Caves. | Optional |
| Interchange: Wyndham Village Entrance | Talk to Captain Sims in the Village Hall in Wyndham Village. | Essential |
| St. Katherine’s Church | Obtain “Finding: Bloodied Note” in St. Katherine’s Church in Wyndham Village. | Optional |
| The Bakery | Obtain “Finding: To Call Him a Monster” in the Garage in Wyndham Village. | Optional |
| Dr. Garrow | Obtain “Log: Mayday” at the Helicopter Crash Site in Casterfell Woods. | Optional |
| Casterfell Dam Data Store | Obtain “Finding: Dam Data Store Has Been Powered Down” in the Dam Data Store in Casterfell Woods. | Optional |
| Mother Jago | Talk to Mother Jago at the Old Mine in Casterfell Woods. | Optional |
| Medical | Insert the Atomic Battery in the Alpha Battery Terminal at Dam Store Alpha in the Interchange. | Optional |
| Dr. Holder | Obtain “Log: Holder Is Up to Something” and Church Cellar Key at the Interchange, in Medical. | Optional |
| Interchange: Skethermoor Entrance | Obtain “Finding: Delivery to the Interchange” at the Protocol Workshop in Skethermoor. | Essential |
| A Signal Redirector | Obtain “Finding: Torn Signal Redirector Plans” in Brinsop Manor in Skethermoor. | Essential |
| Oberon | Answer the ringing telephone outside the Derelict Bunker in Slatten Dale. | Essential |
| Interchange: Slatten Dale Entrance | Obtain “Finding: Buried Secrets” at Bunker L7 in Slatten Dale. | Essential |
| Infiltrators | Obtain “Finding: Coded Message” at the Helicopter Crash Site in Slatten Dale. | Optional |
| Convoy Five | Talk to Molly Jowett at the Trader Camp in Slatten Dale. | Optional |
| The Little Tea Room | Obtain “Finding: Protocol’s Secrets” at the Boathouse in Wyndham Village. | Optional |
| Captain Sims | Talk to Captain Sims in Wyndham Village. | Optional |
| Grendel’s Head | Talk to Alf Buckshaw at the pub in Wyndham Village. | Optional |
| Datlow Hall | Talk to Prudence Rook at Datlow Hall in Casterfell Woods. | Optional |
| Interchange: Casterfell Woods Entrance | Obtain “Finding: Entrance South of Datlow Hall” in Casterfell Woods. | Essential |
| Joyce Tanner | Talk to Joyce Tanner in the Remote Bunker in Casterfell Woods. | Optional |
| Growth Stimulant | Obtain “Finding: She Took the Stimulant into the tunnel” at the Interchange. You’ll find this along the path leading to Medical. | Optional |
| Escape | Talk to Dr Holder at St. Katherine’s Church in Wyndham. | Essential |
| The Windfall Shipment | Obtain “Finding: Windfall’s Discovery Dies With Me” and the Windfall Keycard in the Protocol Workshop in Skethermoor. | Optional |
And that’s every single Lead in *Atomfall*, including how to unlock them and whether they’re essential for completing the game. For more in-depth guides, walkthroughs, and updates, be sure to check out The Escapist. Happy exploring!
