Jak and Daxter: All Power Cells in Precursor Basin - Guide

After conquering your first full Zoomer level in Fire Canyon, Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy presents a less perilous but arguably more challenging vehicle level in Precursor Basin. While the dangers are fewer, mastering the Zoomer to complete the objectives here is no small feat. Whether you're racing to set new records, navigating through rings, or herding creatures, Precursor Basin offers a diverse set of driving challenges that are essential for earning every Trophy in the game.

Herd the Moles into their Hole

Kick off your adventure in Precursor Basin with a straightforward challenge: guiding blind moles back to their homes. The trick is to use the Zoomer to spook them into motion. Chase them around, utilizing the Zoomer's hop feature to make sharp turns and keep up with their erratic paths. Once you've successfully herded four moles into their holes, head back to the Geologist in Rock Village to claim your Power Cell. Before moving on, take the time to explore the rest of this area thoroughly.

Catch the Flying Lurkers

In the same vicinity as the moles, you'll encounter Flying Lurkers that scatter at the sight of your Zoomer. The key to catching them is to anticipate their flight patterns and cut them off during their turns. Strategically ramming into them will fulfill this objective, with the last Lurker dropping a Power Cell for your efforts.

Beat Record Time on the Gorge

The Gambler in the Village has a challenge for you: beat the record time on the Gorge race course. Located near the entrance to Precursor Basin, you'll need to navigate this tricky track in under 45 seconds. The course starts with a Lurker that you can use to gain extra height for jumps. Be sure to thread between pillars to grab Blue Eco for a speed boost, but remain cautious as sharp turns await. Maneuver through moving Pistons, avoid Dark Eco Crates, and make precise jumps to conquer this challenge. After beating the time, return to the Gambler in Rock Village to collect your Power Cell. Aim for under 40 seconds to earn a trophy, making it worthwhile to practice multiple runs.

Get the Power Cell Over the Lake

Spotting the Power Cell hovering over the lake is easy, but reaching it requires skillful driving and perfect timing. Start from the slope near where you chased Lurkers, ascend and navigate around the hole. Cross the narrow bridge, use the hop to leap over gaps between islands, and utilize ramps to reach the correct position. A series of jumps across three islands and a final narrow bridge will lead you to the Power Cell. Drive at full speed and jump from the second island to grab it.

Cure the Dark Eco Infected Plants

Take a break from intense vehicle platforming with this simpler challenge. Charge up with Green Eco and drive through the purple plants to cleanse them of Dark Eco. Be quick and precise, as the plants regenerate if you take too long. Use the Zoomer's hop to make sharp turns, and recharge at Green Eco Vents if needed. A few runs should suffice to cure all the plants and earn a Power Cell.

Navigate the Purple Precursor Rings

The Purple Precursor Ring challenge requires you to race through rings that appear sequentially. While less daunting than its blue counterpart, it still has its tricky moments. One such instance is when a ring appears off a natural bridge. Leap off the bridge to pass through it, then quickly reach the next ground-level ring. Another challenging moment comes near the end, where you'll need to jump after avoiding a hole to hit the final ring and secure your Power Cell.

Navigate the Blue Precursor Rings

The Blue Precursor Rings present a far more demanding challenge. Start near the slope for the lake Power Cell, but head left and down to find the first ring. The course becomes intricate as you navigate around a pillar, cross the lake with a high jump, and make precise turns. After looping around the Zoomer Trans-pad, tackle a tricky hop off a hill to reach an airborne ring. Navigate a crossroads and continue making sharp turns and jumps to hit all the rings. The final ring hangs over the edge at the top of a slope, leading to your Power Cell reward.

Free the 7 Scout Flies

Collecting all seven Scout Flies in Precursor Basin will net you another Power Cell. The first fly is near the Mole Hole. The second is atop the slope mentioned earlier. The third lies across the narrow bridge, near the purple precursor ring location. The fourth is on the right side of the raised area with a central hole, while the fifth is directly beneath it. The sixth can be found after hopping across three islands at the top of the slope, and the seventh is next to the first Blue Precursor Ring.