How to Teleport in Abyss (March 2026) All Scientist Items Locations

Ever found yourself lost in the depths of Abyss, wishing you could instantly travel between locations? I know I have! After countless hours exploring the underwater world of Abyss: The Forgotten Past, I’ve mastered the teleportation system and discovered every scientist item location. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll share everything you need to know about teleportation in Abyss and where to find all those elusive scientist items.

Teleportation in Abyss is a game-changing mechanic that can save you hours of tedious backtracking. By collecting scientist items scattered throughout the underwater world, you’ll unlock the ability to instantly travel between discovered locations. Whether you’re a new player just starting your underwater adventure or a seasoned explorer looking to optimize your travel time, this guide has got you covered.

Quick Reference: All Scientist Items

Item Number	Item Name	Location	Zone	Difficulty
1	Research Log	Near crashed submarine	Coral Reef	Easy
2	DNA Sample	Inside underwater cave	Coral Reef	Easy
3	Ancient Artifact	Behind coral formation	Deep Ocean	Medium
4	Power Cell	In shipwreck	Deep Ocean	Medium
5	Data Chip	Near research station	Abyssal Plain	Hard
6	Fossil Sample	In rock formation	Abyssal Plain	Hard
7	Sonar Device	Hidden in seaweed	Volcanic Vents	Medium
8	Pressure Gauge	Near thermal vent	Volcanic Vents	Medium
9	Navigation Chart	In abandoned outpost	Crystal Caverns	Hard
10	Energy Crystal	Behind crystalline structure	Crystal Caverns	Hard
11	Blueprint	In locked container	Sunken City	Expert
12	Core Sample	At city center	Sunken City	Expert

Understanding Teleportation in Abyss

Before we dive into the locations of all scientist items, let’s first understand how teleportation works in Abyss. The teleportation system is directly tied to the scientist items you collect throughout the game. These items contain research data that unlocks teleportation capabilities at specific terminals scattered across the game world.

Prerequisites for Teleportation

To unlock teleportation in Abyss, you’ll need to meet these requirements:

1. Progress to Chapter 2: Teleportation becomes available after completing the initial tutorial chapters
2. Collect at least 3 scientist items: You need a minimum of 3 items to activate basic teleportation
3. Activate the first teleportation terminal: Located in the Coral Reef hub area
4. Complete the “Research Recovery” quest: This quest introduces the teleportation mechanic

Once these requirements are met, you’ll unlock the ability to teleport between any activated teleportation terminals in areas where you’ve collected scientist items.

How Teleportation Works

The teleportation system in Abyss operates through a network of research terminals that can be activated with scientist items. Here’s how it works:

1. Each major zone contains a teleportation terminal
2. To activate a terminal, you must collect all scientist items in that zone
3. Once activated, you can teleport to any other activated terminal
4. Teleportation costs energy resources (decreases as you collect more items)
5. Some special terminals require additional items or quest completion

The more scientist items you collect, the more efficient your teleportation becomes, reducing energy costs and unlocking additional teleportation points.

Step-by-Step Guide to Activating Teleportation

Now that you understand the basics, let’s walk through the process of activating teleportation in Abyss:

Step 1: Progress Through the Early Game

Complete the tutorial chapters and reach Chapter 2. This is when the scientist items begin appearing in the game world. You’ll receive the “Research Recovery” quest which will guide you to your first scientist item.

Step 2: Collect Your First Scientist Items

Start collecting scientist items in the Coral Reef zone. I recommend beginning with the Research Log (Item #1) as it’s the easiest to find and will help you get familiar with the scientist item system.

Step 3: Activate the Coral Reef Terminal

Once you’ve collected at least 3 scientist items from the Coral Reef zone, head to the central hub area where you’ll find the first teleportation terminal. Interact with it and select “Activate Terminal” to unlock basic teleportation capabilities.

Step 4: Explore and Collect More Items

With basic teleportation unlocked, you can now more efficiently explore other zones. Continue collecting scientist items to activate additional terminals and expand your teleportation network.

Step 5: Upgrade Your Teleportation

As you collect more scientist items, your teleportation network will become more efficient. Energy costs will decrease, and you’ll unlock special teleportation abilities like quick-travel to quest locations.

All Scientist Items Locations

Let’s dive into the detailed locations of all 12 scientist items in Abyss. I’ve organized them by zones to make your collection journey more efficient.

Coral Reef Zone (Items 1-2)

The Coral Reef is the starting zone and contains 2 scientist items. These are the easiest to find and will help you get started with teleportation.

Item #1: Research Log

Location: Near the crashed submarine on the western side of the Coral Reef.

Detailed Directions:

1. Start at the Coral Reef spawn point
2. Head west until you spot the crashed submarine
3. The Research Log is on a table inside the submarine’s cockpit
4. Interact with it to add it to your collection

Pro Tip: The crashed submarine is also a landmark for several other quests, so take note of its location for future reference.

Item #2: DNA Sample

Location: Inside the underwater cave on the eastern side of the Coral Reef.

Detailed Directions:

1. From the spawn point, head east toward the rocky outcrop
2. Look for a small cave entrance near the large coral formation
3. Enter the cave and swim to the back
4. The DNA Sample is on a research table next to some glowing algae
5. Interact with it to collect

Pro Tip: The cave is dark, so make sure to equip your flashlight or use a light-emitting fish companion to navigate easily.

Deep Ocean Zone (Items 3-4)

The Deep Ocean zone becomes accessible after completing Chapter 3. It contains 2 scientist items that are moderately challenging to find.

Item #3: Ancient Artifact

Location: Behind a large coral formation in the northern part of the Deep Ocean zone.

Detailed Directions:

1. Enter the Deep Ocean zone from the Coral Reef connection point
2. Head north toward the darker waters
3. Look for a massive coral formation that glows slightly
4. The Ancient Artifact is hidden in a small crevice behind the coral
5. You may need to use your cutting tool to clear some seaweed blocking the path

Pro Tip: This area is patrolled by territorial fish, so consider using a stealth approach or bringing a defensive companion.

Item #4: Power Cell

Location: Inside a shipwreck in the southern part of the Deep Ocean zone.

Detailed Directions:

1. From the zone entrance, head south toward the ocean floor
2. Look for a large shipwreck half-buried in the sand
3. Enter the ship through the hole in the hull
4. Navigate to the engine room (middle section of the ship)
5. The Power Cell is on a console next to the engine

Pro Tip: The shipwreck is unstable, so move carefully to avoid triggering a collapse. Some areas may require you to solve a simple puzzle to access.

Abyssal Plain Zone (Items 5-6)

The Abyssal Plain is a vast, open area that can be disorienting to navigate. It contains 2 scientist items that are challenging to locate.

Item #5: Data Chip

Location: Near an abandoned research station in the western part of the Abyssal Plain.

Detailed Directions:

1. Enter the Abyssal Plain zone from the Deep Ocean connection
2. Head west toward the research station (visible as a glowing structure in the distance)
3. The Data Chip is on a terminal outside the station
4. You may need to restore power to the terminal before accessing the Data Chip

Pro Tip: The research station is guarded by automated security drones. Time your approach carefully or use an EMP device to disable them temporarily.

Item #6: Fossil Sample

Location: Inside a rock formation in the eastern part of the Abyssal Plain.

Detailed Directions:

1. From the zone entrance, head east toward the rocky outcrops
2. Look for a large rock formation with a distinctive spiral pattern
3. The Fossil Sample is embedded in the rock and requires extraction
4. Use your excavation tool to carefully extract the sample

Pro Tip: The rock formation is fragile, so use the lowest power setting on your excavation tool to avoid destroying the sample.

Volcanic Vents Zone (Items 7-8)

The Volcanic Vents zone is a hazardous area with high temperatures and active geysers. It contains 2 scientist items that require careful navigation.

Item #7: Sonar Device

Location: Hidden in a patch of dense seaweed near the northern geyser field.

Detailed Directions:

1. Enter the Volcanic Vents zone from the Abyssal Plain connection
2. Head north toward the active geyser field
3. Look for a patch of unusually dense seaweed
4. The Sonar Device is hidden within the seaweed
5. Use your cutting tool to clear a path to the device

Pro Tip: The geysers erupt on a predictable pattern. Time your movements between eruptions to avoid damage.

Item #8: Pressure Gauge

Location: Near a thermal vent in the southern part of the Volcanic Vents zone.

Detailed Directions:

1. From the zone entrance, head south toward the thermal vents
2. Look for a vent that emits a distinctive blue glow
3. The Pressure Gauge is attached to a monitoring station next to the vent
4. You may need to solve a pressure calibration puzzle to access the gauge

Pro Tip: The monitoring station is temperature-sensitive. Use your coolant spray to prevent overheating while solving the puzzle.

Crystal Caverns Zone (Items 9-10)

The Crystal Caverns zone is a beautiful but maze-like area filled with glowing crystals. It contains 2 scientist items that are tricky to locate due to the zone’s complex layout.

Item #9: Navigation Chart

Location: In an abandoned outpost in the western part of the Crystal Caverns.

Detailed Directions:

1. Enter the Crystal Caverns zone from the Volcanic Vents connection
2. Head west toward the abandoned outpost (marked by a flickering light)
3. The Navigation Chart is on a table in the main room of the outpost
4. You may need to restore power to the outpost to access the chart

Pro Tip: The Crystal Caverns have many dead ends. Use your mapping tool to mark visited areas and avoid going in circles.

Item #10: Energy Crystal

Location: Behind a large crystalline structure in the eastern part of the Crystal Caverns.

Detailed Directions:

1. From the zone entrance, head east toward the large crystal formations
2. Look for a crystal that emits a rainbow spectrum of light
3. The Energy Crystal is hidden in a small alcove behind this crystal
4. You may need to solve a light-refraction puzzle to access the alcove

Pro Tip: Some crystals in this area can be used to redirect light. Experiment with different angles to solve the light-refraction puzzle.

Sunken City Zone (Items 11-12)

The Sunken City is the final zone and the most challenging to navigate. It contains 2 scientist items that are expert-level to find and collect.

Item #11: Blueprint

Location: In a locked container in the northern district of the Sunken City.

Detailed Directions:

1. Enter the Sunken City zone from the Crystal Caverns connection
2. Head north toward the administrative district
3. Look for a secure container with a complex locking mechanism
4. The Blueprint is inside this container
5. You’ll need to solve a multi-step puzzle to unlock the container

Pro Tip: The locking mechanism puzzle requires items from previous zones. Make sure you have the Ancient Artifact (Item #3) and the Power Cell (Item #4) in your inventory.

Item #12: Core Sample

Location: At the city center plaza, the final area of the Sunken City.

Detailed Directions:

1. From the zone entrance, navigate to the central plaza
2. The Core Sample is on a monument in the center of the plaza
3. You’ll need to defeat the zone’s guardian to access the monument
4. After defeating the guardian, interact with the monument to collect the Core Sample

Pro Tip: The guardian is vulnerable to energy weapons. Make sure to upgrade your weapon with the Energy Crystal (Item #10) before attempting this fight.

Advanced Teleportation Strategies

Now that you know where to find all the scientist items, let’s discuss some advanced strategies to make the most of the teleportation system in Abyss.

Energy Management

Teleportation consumes energy resources, but there are ways to minimize this cost:

1. Collect more scientist items: Each item reduces teleportation costs by 5%
2. Use teleportation during off-peak hours: Energy costs are lower during in-game night cycles
3. Upgrade your teleportation module: Complete the “Efficient Travel” quest to reduce energy consumption by 20%
4. Plan efficient routes: Group quests and exploration by zone to minimize teleportation frequency

Unlocking Special Teleportation Points

Beyond the standard terminals, there are special teleportation points that offer unique advantages:

1. Quest-specific teleportation points: Some major quests unlock temporary teleportation points
2. Hidden teleportation points: Discovering secret areas may unlock hidden teleportation points
3. Community teleportation points: In multiplayer mode, players can share discovered teleportation points
4. Seasonal teleportation points: Special events may unlock limited-time teleportation points

Combining Teleportation with Other Travel Methods

While teleportation is efficient, combining it with other travel methods can optimize your exploration:

1. Use submarines for long-distance travel: Submarines are more efficient for traveling between zones
2. Use swim speed boosts for local exploration: Speed boosts are more efficient for short distances within a zone
3. Use current streams for directional travel: Some zones have underwater currents that can speed up travel in specific directions
4. Use companion mounts for difficult terrain: Some companions can traverse difficult terrain more efficiently

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Based on my experience, here are some common mistakes players make when trying to unlock and use teleportation in Abyss:

1. Skipping zones: Don’t skip zones when collecting scientist items. You need all items in a zone to activate that zone’s teleportation terminal.
2. Not upgrading equipment: Some scientist items are in hard-to-reach places that require upgraded equipment.
3. Ignoring side quests: Some side quests reward teleportation upgrades or energy resources.
4. Not saving frequently: The game has occasional bugs that can reset teleportation progress if not saved properly.
5. Missing hidden items: Some scientist items are hidden in plain sight but easy to miss if you’re not thorough.

Platform-Specific Information

Teleportation in Abyss works slightly differently depending on your platform:

PC

• Keyboard shortcuts for teleportation menu (default: T key)
• Additional teleportation options with mouse controls
• Mod support can enhance teleportation capabilities (use at your own risk)

PlayStation

• DualShock touchpad for quick teleportation access
• Additional haptic feedback when using teleportation
• Share button support for sharing teleportation points with friends

Xbox

• Xbox SmartGlass integration for additional teleportation options
• Achievement system includes teleportation milestones
• Kinect voice commands for teleportation (optional)

Nintendo Switch

• Touch screen support for teleportation menu navigation
• Motion controls for selecting teleportation destinations
• Local wireless sharing of teleportation points with nearby Switch consoles

Recent Updates and Changes (March 2026)

The developers of Abyss have released several updates related to teleportation in March 2026:

1. New scientist item: A previously undiscovered scientist item was added to the Sunken City zone
2. Teleportation cost reduction: Overall energy costs for teleportation have been reduced by 10%
3. New teleportation animations: Visual effects for teleportation have been enhanced
4. Bug fixes: Fixed several bugs related to teleportation terminal activation
5. Performance improvements: Teleportation loading times have been reduced significantly

Frequently Asked Questions

How many scientist items are there in Abyss?

There are currently 12 scientist items in Abyss, distributed across 6 zones. Each zone contains 2 scientist items that you need to collect to activate that zone’s teleportation terminal.

Can I teleport before collecting all scientist items in a zone?

No, you must collect all scientist items in a zone before you can activate that zone’s teleportation terminal. However, you can use teleportation in other zones where you’ve already activated terminals.

What happens if I miss a scientist item?

If you miss a scientist item, you won’t be able to activate that zone’s teleportation terminal. However, you can always return to that zone later to collect the missing item.

Is there a way to track which scientist items I’ve collected?

Yes, you can check your scientist item collection status in the menu under “Research” > “Scientist Items”. Collected items will be marked with a checkmark.

Can I teleport between zones directly?

No, you can only teleport between activated teleportation terminals. Each zone has one terminal that you can teleport to once activated.

Does teleportation work in multiplayer mode?

Yes, teleportation works in multiplayer mode, and you can share discovered teleportation points with your teammates.

What happens to my teleportation points if I start a new game?

Teleportation points are tied to your save file. If you start a new game, you’ll need to collect scientist items and activate terminals again.

Are there any shortcuts to finding scientist items?

While there are no official shortcuts, some scientist items are easier to find than others. Following this guide will help you locate all items efficiently.

Can I use teleportation during combat?

No, you cannot use teleportation during combat. You’ll need to defeat all enemies in the area or escape combat before teleporting.

Is there a limit to how often I can teleport?

There’s no limit to how often you can teleport, but each teleportation consumes energy resources. Make sure you have enough energy before teleporting.

Conclusion

Teleportation in Abyss is a powerful tool that can significantly enhance your exploration experience. By collecting all 12 scientist items and activating the teleportation terminals in each zone, you’ll unlock the ability to travel instantly between discovered locations, saving time and energy resources.

I hope this comprehensive guide has helped you understand the teleportation system in Abyss and locate all the scientist items. Remember to explore thoroughly, upgrade your equipment regularly, and don’t hesitate to revisit zones if you’ve missed anything.

Happy exploring, and may your journeys through the depths of Abyss be efficient and rewarding! Don’t forget to bookmark this guide for future reference, as I’ll update it with any new information or changes to the teleportation system.

If you found this guide helpful, be sure to check out our other Abyss guides on ofzenandcomputing.com, including our comprehensive equipment upgrade guide and our detailed walkthrough of the Sunken City zone.