Here's what you should know about picking Richter's side when the sensor choice comes up - you'll get a nice chunk of 2024 coupons right away which is definitely worth considering for early gear. The interesting part is getting access to this acid tunnel route (code 2765), and honestly, it's pretty clever since you can avoid those annoying IPSF patrols around the main entrance to the Sphere. Just remember, while sneaking in might be easier, getting back out means dealing with some well-guarded checkpoints so plan accordingly.

Something to keep in mind about factions - going with Richter puts you in good standing with Spark and you'll meet their leaders Star and Scar pretty early on, but Colonel Korshunov and his Ward folks won't be too happy. You're not locked out of anything major, but missions like Answers Come at a Price will definitely have a different feel since you'll be working more closely with Spark to get into those labs. The paths kind of merge later on but those early choices definitely color how everyone treats you.

Tip - those extra coupons at the start are perfect for grabbing suppressors or better armor which really helps when you run into IPSF later trust me youll want the extra protection