Welcome to the Saints Row (2022) hub! This entry in the long-running series drops you into the vibrant, chaotic streets of Santo Ileso. You'll build your criminal empire from the ground up, taking on rival factions like the Idols, Los Panteros, and Marshall Defense Industries. Expect a wild ride filled with over-the-top action, customizable vehicles, and plenty of opportunities for mayhem.
This guide is your go-to resource for mastering the unique challenges of Saints Row (2022). We'll dive deep into the game's core mechanics, with a special focus on succeeding in the intense vehicular combat that defines the series. Get ready to learn strategies and tips to dominate every firefight and chase that Santo Ileso throws your way.
All Discoveries in Rojas Desert North
Locate all Drug Pallets, Dumpster Dives, Lost Wheels, Weather Stations, and Photo Hunts in the Rojas Desert North region of Saints Row (2022). Includes locations and rewards.
Rojas Desert North is home to several Discoveries, including Drug Pallets, Dumpster Dives, Lost Wheels, Weather Stations, and Photo Hunts. Many of these are in elevated or hard-to-reach locations, making a helicopter the ideal vehicle for exploration.
All Drug Pallets in Rojas Desert North
There are four groups of three Drug Pallets scattered throughout Rojas Desert North. These are typically found on rooftops or other elevated areas. Collecting them grants cash and XP.
- Southwestern corner, near the Snake Oil Saloon Sign Photo Hunt.
- Northwestern corner, near a rail bridge.
- Southwest of the center, near a lake with a Lost Wheel.
- Northeastern corner, near a bridge spanning a lake.
All Dumpster Dive Locations in Rojas Desert North
There is one Dumpster Dive in Rojas Desert North, located behind a gas station in the south-center of the map, east of the Thunderpump Sign Photo Hunt. This dive yields the Recycler SMG visual mod.
All Lost Wheels Locations in Rojas Desert North
Rojas Desert North contains eight Lost Wheels. These are metal pinwheels that can be found by looking for motes of light. A helicopter is recommended for reaching these, as many are in elevated positions.
- Dual Nitrous Injectors (Bones of Kavanagh County): Southwest of the center, near a lake with three Drug Pallets.
- Crutches (A Bike Wrapped in Mystery): Western end, northeast of the Bored Clerks Shooting Gallery.
- Oversized, Heavy-Duty Tires (Bones of Kavanagh County): Northwestern corner, overlooking a rail bridge.
- Ship’s Helm (Ghost of the Frying Dutchman): North of the center, near the Sky Canyon Hidden History Discovery, on an elevated scenic overlook.
- Main Mast (Ghost of the Frying Dutchman): Southwest of the Bison Memorial Photo Hunt, on a rocky outcropping.
- Gunpowder Cannons (Ghost of the Frying Dutchman): Northeastern corner, north of a highway northeast of the Bison Memorial Photo Hunt.
- Wooden Hull (Ghost of the Frying Dutchman): Northeastern corner, on a mesa reached by air, southeast of the Kavanagh County Park Service shop.
- Fryer of the Deep (Ghost of the Frying Dutchman): Northeastern end, near a lake east of the highway northeast of the Bison Memorial Photo Hunt.
All Weather Stations in Rojas Desert North
Weather Stations are automatically completed upon discovery and aid in traversal by propelling you into the sky.
How to Find and Complete the Snake Oil Saloon Sign Photo Hunt
Search the southwestern end of the region for the Snake Oil Saloon. The target for this Photo Hunt is its iconic snake sign, located northeast of the saloon.
How to Find and Complete the Thunderpump Sign Photo Hunt
Follow the road northeast from the Snake Oil Saloon to find a Thunderpump gas station. The Thunderpump lightning bolt sign is located in front of the station. The region’s only Dumpster Dive is behind this gas station.
How to Find and Complete the Bison Memorial Photo Hunt
From the Thunderpump gas station, follow the road northeast and then east. Head up to an elevated parking lot marked by railing. Find the bison statue on the northern end of the parking lot, near the railing, and snap a photo.
How to Find and complete the Sky Canyon Hidden History
One of two Hidden History sites in the region, the Sky Canyon Hidden History is located northwest of the center of the map. Activate the large board in the center of the search area.
All Discoveries in Rojas Desert South
Find all Drug Pallets, Lost Wheels, Weather Stations, Photo Hunts, and Hidden Histories in Rojas Desert South for saints row. Use a helicopter for desert collectibles.
Drug Pallets in Rojas Desert South
Drug Pallet Pickups are simple treasure hunts where you find stacks of drugs to earn cash and XP. Most can be reached by jumping and climbing, but a helicopter makes it easier. Drug Pallets usually come in groups of three or four. In Rojas Desert South, there are three groups of three Drug Pallets:
- Along the road leading to the Cranston Dam in the southwestern corner of Rojas Desert South. You’ll find them strewn along the railroad tracks running under the road.
- Near the northern edge of Rojas Desert South, near an old mining facility overlooking a marsh. One is in the marsh, but the other two are near and upon the mining facility. You’ll need to platform to reach a deck overlooking the desert for one.
- Along the southeastern end of Rojas Desert South, along the western end of a lake south of the Ringers shop.
Lost Wheels Locations in Rojas Desert South
Rojas Desert South has seven Lost Wheels, including all five parts of the Lost Dust Buggy. The best way to find these is to fly around looking for motes of light. Many are in elevated places difficult to reach on foot; a helicopter is suggested.
- Titanium Roll Cage: Along the southwestern end of Rojas Desert South near Cranston Dam. Find it in the dam’s parking lot, descend metal stairs, then head to the southern edge of the dam.
- Scuffed-up Rear Wheel: Along the southern end of Rojas Desert South, east of the Cranston Dam.
- Reinforced Roll Cage: Just north of the center of the region, this is the southeasternmost of three. Northwest of the Ringers shop, along the base of an industrial winch. Circle around to the northwestern end of a nearby building, climb to the upper roof, then jump to the winch.
- Off-Road Tires: Just north of the center of the region, this is the southwesternmost of three. Northwest of the Ringers shop, on top of rocks overlooking a small lake.
- Heavy Rear Coil Springs: Just north of the center of the region, this is the northwesternmost of three, due west of the **Tombstone Angel** Photo Hunt. Atop a rocky cliff looking out over the desert plains, at the base of a taller mesa. Ascend the slope along the southeastern side.
- Hotrod Engine: Along the northern end of Rojas Desert South, this is the southern of two. Atop a mesa across (northeast from) a derelict mining facility (a trio of Drug Pallets are nearby). A helicopter is likely waiting once you land.
- Yellow Racing Top: Along the northern end of Rojas Desert South, this is the northern of two. Atop a mesa.
Weather Stations in Rojas Desert South
Interact with these to propel yourself into the sky. They are automatically completed upon discovery and assist with traversal.
How to Find and Complete the Tombstone Angel Photo Hunt
The lone Photo Hunt in Rojas Desert South is just north of the center of the area, between two large lakes, northwest of the Ringers shop. It's in a small, neglected cemetery where you’ll find the Tombstone Angel statue.
How to Find and Complete the Route 66 Hidden History
One Hidden History site is in Rojas Desert South, near the Ringers shop in the southeastern corner. The five signs are near the Ringers building, the “Rock Shop” across the street, and the Thunderpump gas station.
- In the center of the search area, opposite the Ringers shop stand, in the parking lot of the Ringers store.
- A helicopter or other flying vehicle is highly recommended for collecting most items in Rojas Desert South due to their elevated locations.
- Motes of light in the distance can help guide you to Lost Wheels and Weather Stations.
All Discoveries in West Providencia
Find all Drug Pallets, Weather Stations, Photo Hunts, and Hidden Histories in West Providencia. Your guide to every discovery in Saints Row (2022).
Alright, let's dive into all the cool stuff hidden around West Providencia in Saints Row! This area is packed with little collectibles and challenges that are great for earning some extra cash and XP. Think of it like a treasure hunt scattered across the district.
All Drug Pallets in West Providencia
These are pretty straightforward. You're looking for stacks of drugs, usually stashed in elevated spots like rooftops. Just grab 'em to get some cash and XP. While you can often reach them by jumping and climbing, grabbing a helicopter makes it a breeze. They usually come in groups of three or four, so keep an eye out for those clusters!
All Weather Stations in West Providencia
These are neat little interactive points. When you find one, just interact with it, and it'll launch you into the sky. They're automatically completed once you discover them and mostly serve as a fun way to get around the map faster.
Rattle Snake Photo Hunt
For this one, you'll need to snap a photo of some specific graffiti. Head to the Branded store in West Providencia. From there, go west until you see a vacant lot on your north side. The Rattle Snake graffiti is painted on the side of a building to the east, facing back towards the Branded store. Get that camera ready!
Grind Rail Photo Hunt
This Photo Hunt involves a grind rail. Make your way to the southwestern part of West Providencia, under the elevated highways where three roads meet. You'll find a skate park there. Look for a yellow grind rail situated between two ramps. It's out in the open and pretty easy to spot. This area is also southwest of the Friendly Fire location.
Santo Ileso Before 1854 Hidden History
This Hidden History is located in the north-central part of West Providencia, in an elevated parking lot surrounded by shops. It's all about the history of Santo Ileso before 1854. You'll need to interact with a few signs to complete it:
- Find a large board right next to the stairs that lead up to the “Ice Cream Parlor”.
- Look for a sign near a big orange building and a cactus on the north side of the parking lot.
- Head northeast from the previous sign to find another one in front of the Blacksmithy, still on the north side of the parking lot.
- Go to the southern end of the parking lot and find a sign near a cactus, just a bit into the desert (southwest of the first board).
- From the southern edge of the parking lot, follow a dirt trail uphill to the south. You'll see this last sign off to your right as you climb.
Street Art of Santo Ileso Hidden History
This Hidden History is tucked away near a highway on the southeastern edge of West Providencia, amidst some houses. An “El Poco Patio de Salvamento” sign marks the spot from the south, but a water tower is a more noticeable landmark. It's just southeast of the Rat Rods store. You need to find five signs to complete this:
- The first sign is a large board located just south of the water tower, easy to see.
- Head southwest from the large board to find a second, smaller sign near the southern gate of this area, right in front of a quirky bug sculpture.
- Go north from the first sign to find a third sign at the base of the water tower.
- Continue north past the water tower and across some train tracks. Immediately turn left after the tracks to find the fourth sign near a train car.
- Keep going north from the fourth sign to find the fifth sign on your left, near another odd bug statue.
Panther Rock Fast Travel
Right in the middle of West Providencia, along the main highway, you'll spot a large rock formation that looks like a panther – hence the name, Panther Rock. To unlock it as a Fast Travel point, you just need to take a photo of it. Head to a parking area south of the Panther Rock marker; you should be close enough from there to get a good shot for the Discovery.
Be Your Own Boss
Follow our step-by-step guide to complete the 'Be Your Own Boss' mission in Saints Row (2022). Includes objectives, strategies, and tips for defeating enemies and protecting friends.
- 1Mope To The Kitchen: Follow the mission marker to the kitchen. You will move at a slow pace.
- 2Find Food Or Whatever: Interact with the refrigerator. You will find a waffle and vodka.
- 3Toast Your Lonely Waffle: Go to the toaster and interact with it. The waffle will be thrown on the floor.
- 4Oh, Just Flop On The Couch: Shuffle to Neenah on the couch. A cut-scene will play where Neenah receives a call about Kev and Eli being in danger from Los Panteros at a party.
- 5Get To The Idols Party: Travel to the Idols' rave party. There is no in-game time limit, but speed is advised.
- 6Rescue Kev and Eli: You will learn about Los Panteros roadblocks. Smash through them and shoot any gang members. Follow the neon strip to locate the party. Engage Los Panteros gang members.
- 7Defeat The Collective Member: In the room with Kev and Eli, an Idol boss and goons will appear. This is a tough fight. Use a machine gun, prioritize killing henchmen before focusing on the boss.
- 8Protect Your Friends: Defend your friends while they get Eli to the truck. Use your SMG to fend off Los Panteros emerging from the main road.
- 9Defend The Truck: Get into the truck and defend it from sustained attacks. Sideswipe enemy vehicles. You will then defend from the truck's roof with a rocket launcher, destroying incoming Panteros bikes and cars. The mission ends with an escape through a train tunnel.
- During the initial depression phase, movement is very slow.
- When facing the Idol boss and goons, prioritize eliminating the smaller enemies first to reduce incoming damage.
- Switch to your SMG or machine gun for close-to-mid-range combat against multiple enemies.
- The truck defense section requires constant awareness of threats from all angles. Use the rocket launcher effectively to clear groups of enemies.
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