Directive 8020 does not ship with a traditional new-game-plus mode. Like every Dark Pictures entry, it substitutes Curator's Cut — a second-pass campaign told from Akin's perspective — and Chapter Select for replay needs.
NG+ vs Curator's Cut vs Chapter Select
| Feature | Curator's Cut | Chapter Select |
|---|---|---|
| New scenes | Yes (~90 min) | No |
| Changes POV | Yes — Akin | No — Brianna |
| Carries relationships | No | Yes (from selected chapter) |
| Unlocks new ending | Yes — Ending S | No |
FAQ
Does Directive 8020 have new game plus?
Not in the traditional sense. Directive 8020 substitutes Curator's Cut — a second playthrough from Akin's perspective with new cut-scenes — for a conventional NG+ mode.
What carries over to Curator's Cut?
Premonition counts and Curator's Library entries carry over. Relationship flags do not — Curator's Cut starts with a fresh trust matrix.
Can you replay Directive 8020 for new content?
Yes — Curator's Cut adds roughly 90 minutes of unique cut-scenes and unlocks Ending S, the secret ending.