In The Alters, you can build a team of up to six characters, including your starting companion Jan. Unlocking these additional allies requires both story progression and resource management.

How to Acquire Alters

• Starter Character: Begin with Jan the Technician
• First Addition: Receive a free Alter slot early in the campaign
• Story Unlock: Character Lucas enables a second slot through narrative progression

Unlocking Additional Slots

• Quantum Upgrades: Access final three slots through qubit-level advancements
• Chip System:
  • Locate damaged chips during missions
  • Repair components in your Workshop
  • Install upgrades at quantum computer station
• Each successful installation unlocks new team capacity

Maximum Team Size

The game supports six active Alters simultaneously once all upgrade requirements are met.

FAQ

Q: What’s the maximum Alter capacity?

Six team members, including your original character Jan.

Q: How do I expand my team?

Advance through story missions and upgrade quantum computing capabilities using repaired chips.

Q: Chip locations?

One available in Act 1, two more in Act 2.

Q: Required infrastructure?

• Workshop for chip repairs
• Quantum computer for installation