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Outer Worlds 2

How to Get N-Ray Scanner

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N-Ray Scanner is a gadget in the Outer Worlds 2. Read on to learn how to get it, how to use it effectively, and other important details about this gadget.

How to Get N-Ray Scanner

Progress through N-Ray Range Quests

You can find the N-Ray Scanner at the N-Ray Range, which can be accessed during the following quests:

  • On the Trail of the Traitor (Main Quest)
  • Discrete Mathematics (Main Quest)
  • The Dawn of the Glorious Betrayal (Companion Quest)

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How to Use N-Ray Scanner

Allows Seeing Through Walls

The N-Ray Scanner lets you see hostile NPCs, wires, and objects of interest through walls. Using the gadget equips the scanner on your head and gives you x-ray vision while in use, enemies and NPCs will be highlighted through walls during this.

You'll also have +20% Critical Chance on your attacks while the scanner is active.

N-Ray Scanner Information

N-Ray Scanner
Outer Worlds 2 - N-Ray Scanner
Description Allows you to see through walls, showing hostiles, wires, and objects of interest. It also grants bonus critical hit chance in combat while the scanner is active.
Energy Cost 4/s
Effect +20% Critical Chance

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