Atomic Heart: How to Order the Hawk to Land

In Atomic Heart, players take control of P-3 as he fights his way through Facility 3826 to stop a robotic revolution. The first few levels of the game are straightforward corridor shooting. Once players reach the over-world, there are a few new mechanics introduced. One of these is the Hawk security balloons.

These balloons act as the central hub of the facility's security, covering large areas. After taking a train to Lesnaya Station, players are tasked with entering the Exhibition Park. P-3 needs to use the nearby Volan Tower and Hawk to do so. This acts as a tutorial of sorts on how to deal with security in the open-world portions of Atomic Heart. Follow this guide to order the Hawk to land on the ground.

Exhibition Park

The objective will guide P-3 to the gate across from the train station. Getting near to it will reveal the gate is locked. Charles will tell P-3 to locate the Hawk Terminal nearby.

Locked Terminal

Head west from the gate to find the locked terminal building at the Boat Station. Watch out for the tough Black Jumpsuit VOV-A6 and the camera guarding the area. The objective will tell players to "Order the Hawk to Land," but the mission marker will stay on the locked Atomic Heart door. This may leave players confused about how to proceed.

Activate the Volan

To the northeast of the locked terminal is one of the Volan towers. Using Atomic Heart's scanner will show that the tower and locked terminal are connected. Players can cross the shallow water to get there and ascend the tower. Another Black Jumpsuit guard is patrolling near the tower's base, but can be easily ignored. Use the terminal at the top of the elevator to access the security cameras.

Unlock the Terminal

Choose the correct camera to take control of. This will be the camera at the Boat Station, which should be repaired by the time the player arrives. Point it towards the locked door and press R1/RB to open the doors.

Order the Hawk to Land

With the doors opened, the player can return and use the terminal. Press on Hawk Maintenance, and the balloon will descend to the center of the lake. Run across the water to grab onto the pipe underneath the balloon.

Zipline Towards the Park

After holding on, the Hawk will rise into the sky above the lake. Multiple ziplines will extend down to the ground. Turn the camera around 90 degrees and press R1/RB to ride the zipline right behind P-3. This will land players in Exhibition Park.