Mastering Precursor Basin in Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy's Zoomer Challenges
Precursor Basin, following Fire Canyon, presents a deceptively challenging vehicle-based level in Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy. While less overtly dangerous, its intricate objectives demand skillful Zoomer control. This guide details each challenge, providing tips for trophy hunters aiming for 100% completion.
Herd the Moles: A Simple Start
This initial task involves guiding four blind moles back to their burrows using the Zoomer. Strategic maneuvering and skillful use of the Zoomer's hop for sharp turns are key to efficiently herding them. Reward: A Power Cell.
Catch the Flying Lurkers: A Trickier Chase
These elusive creatures require pursuit and skillful ramming. Anticipating their movements and cutting them off at turns is crucial. The final Lurker yields a Power Cell.
Beat the Gorge Record Time: A Thrilling Race
The Gambler's challenge: beat 45 seconds on the Gorge racecourse. Mastering the course involves utilizing Blue Eco speed boosts, avoiding Dark Eco crates, and executing precise hop-turns. A sub-40-second time earns a trophy. Reward: A Power Cell.
Retrieve the Lake Power Cell: Precision Platforming
This demands precise driving and timing. Navigate a series of narrow bridges and gaps, utilizing the Zoomer's hop to clear distances. A series of strategic hops across islands leads to the Power Cell.
Cure the Dark Eco Plants: Green Eco Gardening
Use Green Eco to revitalize the infected purple plants. Speed and efficient maneuvering are essential, as plants regenerate if left unattended. Reward: A Power Cell.
Navigate the Purple Precursor Rings: A Timed Race
This timed challenge requires navigating a series of purple rings before time expires. The most challenging sections involve precise jumps and timing, particularly the aerial ring off a natural bridge. Reward: A Power Cell.
Navigate the Blue Precursor Rings: Advanced Ring Mastery
The blue rings present a significantly harder challenge. Strategic use of the Zoomer's hop for aerial maneuvers is crucial, especially over the lake and across challenging terrain.
Careful navigation around pillars and precise timing are vital to successfully complete this challenge.
Reward: A Power Cell.
Free the Scout Flies: A Hidden Item Hunt
Locate and collect all seven Scout Flies scattered throughout Precursor Basin. This requires exploration and attention to detail. Reward: A Power Cell. This concludes the Precursor Basin challenges.
