Research and outposts
Research Scans
Research requirements vary by objective. Reading the active request first lets you collect the specific research data that…
WHERE & HOW TO FARM
Research Scans
Current campaign research objective and its indicated mission target or data source.
Before you go
- Access to the active campaign research interface.
- A mission area containing the requested target or data source.
- The scanner or collection action specified by the objective.
Farming steps
- Open the research objective and read the exact requirement.
- Note the requested data type and any target named on the mission map.
- Travel to that mission area and reveal the indicated target.
- Use the scan or collection interaction shown for that object.
- Check the objective panel for progress before leaving the area.
- Gather any remaining amount or objective item requested.
- Return to the research interface and unlock the technology once requirements are met.
- Follow the currently active objective because research asks can change with progression.
- Confirm objective progress before using a rift to leave the mission.
Repeat, collect and use
Repeat when a later research objective requests another scan or data type. Each specific research unlock is a progression step, not an endlessly repeatable reward.
Common mistakes
- Collecting a different resource because it looks similar: match the named requirement exactly.
- Leaving before verifying progress: check the active panel in the field.
- Assuming every scan grants research points: use the objective’s stated collection method.
When to stop or switch
Stop scanning once the active requirement is complete and the intended research node is available; move to the next listed objective.
Sources & fact checks
What you can get here
Open a guide to find other locations and see what the item is used for.