Completing the “Premeditated Malpractice” side mission in the Dead Space Remake offers players a richer understanding of the narrative, particularly the tragic transformation of Brant Harris into the Hunter. Below is a detailed walkthrough to help you successfully navigate this mission:

Step-by-Step Guide to “Premeditated Malpractice”

1. Unlocking the Side Mission
– Location: This side mission becomes available at the end of Chapter 5: Lethal Devotion or the start of Chapter 6: Environmental Hazard.
– Action: After successfully freezing the Hunter in the cryo chamber, visit the Medical Deck. Here, you will find a Hunter Tissue Sample that triggers the mission. Once you collect the sample, expect a communication from Daniels, prompting you to scan it.

2. Scanning the Tissue Sample
– Destination: Travel to the DNA Scanner on Level 1 of the Main Lab within the Medical Deck.
– Action: Interact with the DNA scanner and analyze the tissue sample. This step will provide you with initial insights into the genetic makeup of the Hunter.

3. Finding Harris’s ICU Bed
– Destination: Navigate to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) located on Level 4 of the Medical Deck.
– Action: Locate the damaged ICU chamber. Interact with the hologram recording found there, which will reveal vital details regarding Brant Harris’s tragic fate and the experimentation he underwent.

4. Investigating Ore Storage
– Destination: Make your way to the Ore Storage area.
– Action: Thoroughly search the Ore Storage for any items or documents related to the mission. Keep an eye out for notes or logs that might provide additional context.

5. Finding the Report on the Bridge
– Destination: Head to the Bridge area next.
– Action: Look for a specific report detailing the events that led to the creation of the Hunter. This document is crucial for understanding how Brant Harris became a victim of Dr. Mercer’s experiments.

6. Investigating Hydroponics
– Destination: Proceed to the Hydroponics deck.
– Action: Explore this area to uncover more clues and items relevant to the side mission. Pay attention to environmental storytelling elements that may enhance your understanding of the situation.

7. Completing the Mission
– Final Location: You can wrap up the side mission as early as Chapter 7: Into the Void.
– Action: Return to the Diagnostic Lab. There, listen to the audio log to finalize the mission. This log will encapsulate the findings and theories you have gathered throughout the mission. At this point, you can also collect additional loot, including an upgrade for your Stasis module, enhancing your capabilities moving forward.

Important Notes
– You can begin this mission anytime before reaching the Point of No Return at the end of Chapter 11: Alternate Solutions.
– To efficiently track your progress, make sure to set the side mission as active. This will enable the locator to guide you to your objectives.

By carefully following these steps, you will navigate the “Premeditated Malpractice” side mission successfully, shedding light on Brant Harris’s sorrowful story and the dark consequences of the Marker’s influence on the USG Ishimura crew. Enjoy the chilling atmosphere and rich lore that Dead Space Remake has to offer!