The Escape of Lydia is a single-player narrative expansion included in the Season Pass or available separately. Released in mid-2017, this DLC serves as a short prequel to the main story, putting you in control of Lydia, the female sniper previously introduced in the main campaign.
Key Features
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Prequel storyline featuring Lydia as playable character
Experience events leading up to the main game, including Lydia’s escape after the assassination of General Rokva and subsequent pursuit by Georgian forces. -
Two mission structure: infiltration and long-range takedown
The first mission focuses on infiltrating an occupied village to extract intel and optionally acquire a custom sniper rifle. The second mission tasks you with securing high ground, tagging targets via drone, and executing a precise, high-distance headshot against a key figure. -
Focused stealth and long-range gameplay
Emphasis is on subtle infiltration, drone tagging, and precise sniper execution—stealth-conscious design mirrors core mechanics of the main game. -
Unlocks weapons and gear carried over from main campaign
Lydia retains access to your main-playthrough loadout, including custom rifles and gear, offering continuity in equipment between missions. -
Optional exploration for hidden gear
Completing side objectives allows you to find exclusive gear like the custom sniper rifle, before exfiltrating the area. -
Compact but story-rich content
With only two missions, the DLC offers a brief but meaningful narrative expansion and a different perspective on events surrounding the main protagonist.