Mass Effect 2: Delay Reaper IFF Instalation

I wanted to play Mass Effect 2 again but now picking different options and morale.

But I forgot about the internal countdown do Omega 4 Relay that, according to wiki, is randomly computed based on number of available missions which, I think, start counting from the moment I give EDI an OK to proceed with IFF install.

So, I was going on with my playthrough, went to Tali's Trial at Migrant Fleet (for which I took Legion as second squadmate - I wanted to watch the world burn) and after that, while finishing some planet explorations, suddenly, I was interrupted by the main questline with Collectors invasion and crew abductions.

And here starts the problem. Although I'm playing to be a ruthless renegade, I want everyone alive but I can't complete even one single mission prior to go through Omega 4 relay, otherwise, as well known, Kelly Chambers (and half of the crew) would die.

I don't have ME2 DLCs, not other than the ones included in trilogy box, the one I bought. I was planning to buy them next Monday but before doing so I would like to know if with this little number of remaining missions available before abductions, I'll be able to complete all the questline of all worth to get DLCs.

If not, is there anything else I can do, even if I have to use Gibbe ME2 Save Editor, or rollback prior to Reaper IFF acquisition is my only solution?

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Best Answer

Looking at the top answer there is a serious problem with having neither Tali nor Legion loyal as they are the only two people who can complete the first section of the collector base without being killed and that is only when they are loyal.

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How long until Reaper IFF is installed?

By completing the Reaper IFF Mission, you have effectively kick-started the road to the end of the game by activating a Countdown and a Journal Check: The Countdown starts at 4, and ticks down by 1 after completing any Mission, N7 Side Quest or DLC content. Once it hits 0, the Reaper IFF will be ready to be installed.

When should I acquire Reaper IFF?

So, we recommend you treat the Reaper IFF as your ME2 Point of No Return. Endeavor to complete every side quest and especially complete every ME2 loyalty mission, plus buy any upgrades or weapons you need before starting and completing the Reaper IFF mission, and you'll have the best chance at the end of the game.

Who should I take to get the Reaper IFF?

There's a ton of fighting on the Reaper ship, so you'll want a squad that can fight. Grunt is arguably the best companion to add to your squad for this mission due to his incendiary ammo being useful against well-armored Scions, as well as his health regeneration and fortification ability.

How many missions can you do after Reaper IFF?

You only get one mission after, and that's best gonna be spent on legion's loyalty mission as it's the only time you can do it.

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