In beginning of the game, jobs like Ann Denis or Amanda Johnson ask you to fix a broken electrical outlet. The task feels bugged because the game doesn’t point you to the right spot. The repair process itself can also feel frozen.
What we cover here:
Where to Find Hidden Broken Outlets
First of all, you should find the outlets because some of them are not easy to find. You might search the whole living room, but the socket is behind a random object.
Here are the most common places to check during early missions:
- Behind the small cabinet next to the fridge.
- Behind the cabinet near the stove.
- Next to the computer table in the children’s room.
The location can also change. If you replay a mission, the broken socket might spawn in a completely different room. Check the mini-map every time. The map shows the broken device with a tiny red icon. This saves you from dragging every chair around the house.
How to Repair the Outlet (Step-by-Step)
You don’t need to visit the tablet store for this job. You just need to interact with the broken piece on the wall.
Follow these simple steps to complete the assembly:
- Walk up to the dirty brown outlet and press E.
- Wait for the camera to zoom in.
- Hold left-click on the center screw to remove the face-plate.
- Remove the side screws on the wire housing.
- Connect all three wires to their proper spots.
- Put the housing, side screws, and face-plate back together.
How to Fix Outlet Glitch and Bug
Sometimes, the camera zooms in, and glitches. The screen looks frozen. Other times, the wires start sparking, and the game will not let you move forward.
Here is how you solve these specific glitches:
| The Problem | The Solution |
|---|---|
| Outlet Glitch | You must hold down left-click on the specific parts highlighted in blue. A quick click will not work. |
| Wires are Sparking | The sequence is strict. Connect the Earth cable first. This is the green and yellow striped wire. Screw it down completely before touching the other two wires. |
Do I Need to Buy a New Socket?
Many players assume they missed a step or need to buy a replacement part from the store. You absolutely do not. This is purely an interact and assemble task. The game handles everything once you press the E prompt on the correct wall spot.
FAQ
Can the broken outlet location change?
Yes. The game randomizes locations sometimes. A broken socket might appear in the bedroom during one run and the living room during the next.
Is the missing outlet task a glitch?
Usually, it is not a bug. The socket is just hidden behind a heavy piece of furniture or placed in a room you did not expect.
Why does the repair highlight disappear?
You need to follow the exact assembly order. If you try to jump ahead, the game will not let you interact with the parts.
