How and why I should scan the environment in Jedi Fallen Order? Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order guide, walkthrough
Last update: 22 November 2019
In Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order you will find many items or objects that can be scanned. These items will complement your knowledge of the game world after they get scanned. Below we have described how to scan items or objects and why should do it regularly.
- What can I scan?
- How to scan objects and items?
- What are the advantages of scanning objects?
- Data Collector
What can I scan?
BD-1 scans all interesting objects and items that lie in your surroundings - plants, story items, enemies, encrypted messages and various interactive elements of the world you can use.
In the initial phases of the game, the BD-1 will constantly stop for a moment to scan something. Let him do it and don't rush his actions.
How to scan objects and items?
If you miss something worth scanning, the BD-1 will jump off your back, run up to the object and call you. Approach him and press the appropriate key or button. Then, BD-1 will scan the item.
What are the advantages of scanning objects?
Experience points - for every scan completed by BD-1 you will receive experience points. This is one of the main reasons why it is worth letting him scan the environment.
Information about the game world - some objects have an interesting history. You can read about them when you enter the game's log.
Encrypted messages - scanned messages are one of the in-game collectibles. In order to get them, you have to scan particular some particular objects or items.
Weaknesses of enemies - scanning dead enemies will allow you to learn about their weak spots. This way you will be able to defeat your enemies faster in next battles.
Data Collector
In our guide you will find a list of opponents that can be encountered in Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order. We have prepared this list to help you with getting the Data Collector achievement. It involves scanning all types of opponents. Don't worry about bosses though, BD-1 scans them automatically.