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The best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks

Here are all the best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks, including how to unlock and equip them as you continue Cal’s journey to restore the Jedi Order.

Cal Kestis, the protagonist of the Star Wars action-adventure game, who can be customised with the best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks.

Looking for the best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks? Perks offer a wide variety of passive effects for your abilities, including your block, parry, and damage capabilities. You begin the next instalment of Cal’s journey with three perk slots, and can acquire more over time – but with limited room, you may find yourself with more perks than you know what to do with.

Not all Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks are created equal. You might prefer to opt for less powerful perks that grant you more overall utility in the action-adventure game, or you might want to prioritise a single perk. Equally, some may improve the efficacy of your Star Wars Jedi Survivor healing stim, while others may encourage you to  switch your lightsaber stances on the fly. Whatever your preference, here’s everything you need to know about perks in Star Wars Jedi Survivor.

The perks collection that can be accessed at meditation points to equip Wisdom, one of the best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks.

The best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks

The best perks in Star Wars Jedi Survivor can often depend on your chosen playstyle. That said, there are some perks that can absolutely be of service to you as you explore the galaxy.

If you’re looking to get ahead on your skills, we recommend equipping Wisdom as early as possible. While it requires three perk slots to equip, the bonus experience nets you Star Wars Jedi Survivor skill points in record time, which is a great benefit during the early hours.

It’s easy to become overwhelmed by enemies, but Centered offers a moment of breathing room by applying an area-of-effect stagger to enemies. Simply pop a healing stim you’re in dire straits and go on the immediate offensive to turn the tide of battle. This perk also has the benefit of taking up two slots, leaving at least one remaining slot free for additional buffs.

As far as one-on-one combat is concerned, Shatter is the go-to perk for tearing through an enemy’s guard in record time, especially when paired with the Star Wars Jedi Survivor crossguard lightsaber. Finally, Versatility applies a temporary damage buff after switching stances, which is guaranteed to appeal if you prefer to dip into the full scope of Cal’s lightsaber moveset.

Zee's Datadisc Decryption shop, which stocks a range of the best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks, as well as an additional perk slot.

All Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks

There are 25 Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks in total, and they’re mainly acquired by completing missions or defeating powerful enemies on your journey. A number of perks are also available to purchase from Zee’s shop on Koboh. Finally, a further three perks are available to equip in new game plus, all of which grant you the option to customise gameplay aspects in your second playthrough of the RPG game.

Here are all Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks:

Perk Effect Number of Slots Location
Resilience Block Meter is increased. One Encounter Zee in a High Republic Chamber underneath Pyloon’s Saloon.
Centered Enemies in a small area are staggered when Cal is healing. Cal can take one hit and not be interrupted. Two Defeat Rayvis on Shattered Moon as part of the main story.
Perplexity Increases damage dealt by characters affected by Confusion. Two Defeat Dagan Gera for the third time as part of the main story.
Precision Cal’s parry timing is shorter but he deals more stamina damage to enemies after a successful parry. Two Align the laser in the Stone Spires chamber on Koboh.
Dexterity Lightsaber throws deal more damage. Two Complete the Chamber of Reason near the first Mogu you encounter on the way to the Forest Array.
Shatter Attacks are more effective at breaking enemies’ guard. Two Inside the Rancor cavern in Sodden Grotto.
Fortification HP regenerates up to a minimum amount. Three Past the entrance to the Forest Array. Follow the passage that leads to the BD-1 cosmetic and cross the gap.
Fellowship Allows BD-1 to carry an extra Stim charge. Four Within the Jedi Temple in Untamed Downs next to Fort Kah’lin.
Marksmanship Your Blaster shots deal more damage when you’re using Blaster stance. Three Top of the manse in Koboh Stone Spire.
Gambler Increases the XP you earn, but you can no longer restore after death. Four Defeat the Sutaban Alpha legendary beast on Jedha.
Recuperation Increases the Force Meter’s minimum regeneration. Three Complete the Chamber of Connection in Viscid Swamp.
Persistence Each enemy you kill while Slow Time is active replenishes a small amount of HP. Two Complete the Chamber of Fortitude in Southern Reach.
Wisdom Gain more experience from defeating enemies. Three Purchase from Zee’s shop in Pyloon’s Saloon.
Steadfast Absorb one hit without being interrupted while sprinting. One Purchase from Zee’s shop in Pyloon’s Saloon.
Equilibrium Using Force powers increases the damage of the next lightsaber attack. Three Purchase from Zee’s shop in Pyloon’s Saloon.
Flux Regenerate a small amount of Force Meter over time, but your maximum Force Meter is reduced. One Purchase from Zee’s shop in Pyloon’s Saloon.
Versatility  Deal extra damage temporarily after switching lightsaber stances. Three Purchase from Zee’s shop in Pyloon’s Saloon.
Elixir Healing stims also fill a small amount of the Super Meter. Two Purchase from Zee’s shop in Pyloon’s Saloon.
Purity Increases damage dealt by friends and enemies. One Available in new game plus.
Warrior Remixes combat encounters with new, tougher enemies. One Available in new game plus.
Trendsetter  Randomises your cosmetics on death. One Available in new game plus.

Cal Kestis kneeling down to retrieve the Resilience perk, one of the best Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks.

How to unlock Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks

You automatically unlock perks in Star Wars Jedi Survivor once you reach Pyloon’s Saloon on Koboh. Speak to Zee underneath the saloon to receive the Resilience perk, which automatically grants you access to the perks system.

How to equip Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks

You can equip and customise Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks at meditation points, along with Star Wars Jedi Survivor lightsaber upgrades and stances. These meditation points allow you to select from the collection of perks you’ve already discovered, though you’re restricted by the number of perk slots you have available.

That’s everything you need to know about Star Wars Jedi Survivor perks. Be sure to pair them with Star Wars Jedi Survivor traversal abilities to help you explore the different planets you unlock on your journey. We also recommend brushing up on the Star Wars Jedi Survivor bosses and enemies that can cause trouble for you along the way.