There are five Obelisks spread across Tidefall, and each one presents a different riddle or environmental challenge rather than a simple button press.
Your first step is simply to locate them, because they are not placed in obvious spots. They are usually hidden in side tunnels, high ledges, or deep ravines.
When you interact with an Obelisk, it will present a cryptic message that refers to something in Tidefall’s world rather than giving direct instructions.
Some riddles ask you to observe fish behavior, while others reference landmarks like waterfalls, coral structures, or fallen ruins.
A common method is to explore the nearby area carefully before attempting an answer. Many puzzles only make sense after you have seen specific scenery.
In some cases, you may need to catch a certain fish or retrieve a special item before the Obelisk accepts your solution.
Other Obelisks require you to visit multiple locations in order and return with the correct knowledge.
Once you solve a puzzle correctly, the Obelisk will glow and grant you a reward such as a rare item, progression credit, or access to deeper areas.
If you fail, you can try again, but you must think differently rather than repeating the same guess.
Completing all five Obelisks is essential for fully finishing the Tidefall update, because several late-game mechanics are locked behind them.
Experienced players treat these puzzles as a mixture of exploration, logic, and memory rather than brute-force gameplay.