Learn how to use the Signalscope in Outer Wilds! This guide covers its basics, how to track explorers, and its use in finding hidden signals. Get started on your cosmic journey!
Alright, let's get you started with one of the most crucial tools in your explorer's kit: the Signalscope. Think of it as your cosmic ear trumpet, letting you tune into the universe's many whispers. Before you even blast off, you'll get a chance to play around with it right here on your home planet, Timber Hearth.
Walkthrough
- 1Talk to Gneiss: First up, find Gneiss. They'll give you the lowdown on what the Signalscope does – basically, it lets you listen to all sorts of sounds across the solar system. It's your key to finding things that aren't easily seen.
- 2Play Hide-and-Seek: After Gneiss, look for Galena and Tephra. They'll want to play a game of Hide-and-Seek. This is your first real test with the Signalscope! They're just kids, so they won't go far, but you'll need to use the Signalscope to pinpoint their locations. It’s a fun way to get the hang of tracking down specific signals.
- 3Use it in the Observatory: Later, when you're exploring the Observatory, you'll find a special 'museum shard' that glows blue. Use your Signalscope here too; it'll pick up a unique sound from this shard, showing you another way the Signalscope can be used to investigate strange objects.
- 4Track Down Fellow Explorers: This is where the Signalscope really shines. Once you're ready to leave Timber Hearth, you'll learn that some of your fellow explorers are already out in the solar system. Each one is playing a unique instrument, and their Signalscope signal is how you'll find them. You can even spot their camps by the smoke rising from them.
Tips
- Don't underestimate the Hide-and-Seek game; it's the best way to learn the Signalscope's basics without any real pressure.
- Remember that the Signalscope isn't just for people; it can pick up other signals too, like those from the museum shard. Keep an ear out for anything unusual!
- When tracking explorers, remember their camps are also valuable resources for refilling oxygen and finding fuel.
Explorer Signals:
Here’s a quick rundown of who you can track and what they’re playing:
| Traveler | Instrument | Location | Frequency |
| Gabbro | Flute | Giant's Deep | Outer Wilds Ventures |
| Esker | Whistling | The Attlerock | Outer Wilds Ventures |
| Riebeck | Banjo | Brittle Hollow | Outer Wilds Ventures |
| Chert | Drum | Ember Twin | Outer Wilds Ventures |
| Feldspar | Harmonica | Dark Bramble | Outer Wilds Ventures |
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