Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate season has introduced some fresh challenges in the Solo Ops playlist. Guardians can embark on solo missions tasked to uncover hidden data pads that are scattered all across the Solo Ops playlist maps. Finding them can unlock progress to specific seasonal objectives. The Destiny 2 guide here details where to locate these valuable intel caches across the locations.
Where to find all Solo Ops Data Pads in Destiny 2?
Three distinct Solo Ops environments have data pads needed for the initial Destiny 2 challenges. Each of these pads—Skywatch (Cosmodrome), The Salt Mines (EDZ) and Caldera (Kepler) is cleverly placed in the mission flow. They require keen observation instead of complex detours. So, even new players can snag them without any trouble. The success here is hinged on knowing where to look during each operation’s key moments. Knowing specific locations can help save some valuable time hunting.
In Cosmodrome’s Skywatch operations, the data pad presents itself early on. Transition to the Skywatch zone and immediately scan the area on your left. Spot the pad resting there conspicuously, right atop the weathered barrel. It is impossible to miss when entering.The EDZ Salt Mines pad appears later on in the mission. Clear the first 2 Taken Anchors and then proceed to the final one. Watch out for the rocky drop-off section. The pad there (final Taken Anchor) waits on a rusted crate, facing the path.The Caldera operation on Kepler needs a bit more progress. For it, complete the main objective—sabotaging falling depots at first. The action would unlock access to a subsequent cave area that features derelict structures. Enter the new terrain and look to your right. The data pad remains positioned directly opposite the ruined building, marking a landscape shift.
Tips for smoother gameplay
The data pads spawn reliably, but knowing their exact locations helps save time. Here, Skywatch remains easiest and is practically hidden in plain sight. A focus on mission progression and awareness of the environment would help. Players can expect similar scavenger hunt challenges to come up in the coming weeks. Quite likely it would extend to the other maps of Solo Ops or activities like Empire and Strikes Hunts.Mastering the initial data pad location will offer a solid foundation to tackle Edge of Fate’s evolving secrets. Keep the Ghost ready for scanning, as you continue to push deep into the mysteries of the season. More hidden knowledge awaits discovery.