How to use the Scout Canon glitch for completing Peak challenges

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The Peak Mesa update introduced a new biome, along with fresh items and a new glitch to exploit. One of the standout items is the Scout Cannon—a device that fires explosive projectiles and can be used with a special speedrun technique.

If you’ve been playing Peak for a while, you know how dangerous the biomes can be, even with a team of Scouts. The Scout Cannon glitch is a quick way to move past each biome, from Shore to Caldera, right up to the Peak, where freedom is waiting. Here’s what you need to know to use this glitch and speedrun through the entire game.

How to Use the Scout Cannon Glitch in Peak

Since the Mesa biome was added, players have been experimenting with the new items, especially the Scout Cannon, which has quickly become popular among those who enjoy chaos. Some players have discovered that the Scout Cannon can launch you much farther than expected. By following specific steps and timing carefully, you can be shot straight through the game all the way to the Peak.

Note: This glitch might be fixed in future updates, so it’s best to try it now while you still can.

The main trick is to position the cannon on the Shore coast, then place a backpack inside, light the fuse, and blast off into the sky. While airborne, spam the Play Dead emote repeatedly until you reach the Peak. Once there, you can call the helicopter by lighting a flare and wait for rescue as you continue flying.

Tips for the Glitch

Always place the cannon on the Shore coast before inserting the backpack.
Light the fuse, then fire yourself into the air.
During flight, spam the Play Dead emote using the keyboard for easier control.
Use a flare at the Peak to signal for helicopter rescue.

Step-by-Step Guide for the Scout Cannon Glitch

Start a new game and head to the Shore coast looking for luggage.
Find the Scout Cannon in the luggage. If it doesn’t appear, restart the game.
Pick up the Scout Cannon if it spawns.
Grab a flare from the plane.
Collect your backpack from the sand.
Face the Shore biome, go to the left of the fire.
Take out the Scout Cannon from your inventory.
Position the cannon before placing it.
Aim the cannon upward by scrolling with the mouse wheel; then click three times downward for the perfect angle.
Place the cannon on the ground and load your backpack inside.
Light the fuse.
Quickly jump into the cannon.
As you’re launched into the sky, spam the Play Dead emote (press R and select it).
When the game displays the Peak biome title, take out your flare.
Light the flare and call the helicopter.
Be patient and wait for the countdown to end, then the helicopter will pick you up.

Using this glitch allows you to unlock badges like the Speed Climber, Balloon, and Naturalist badges, adding a bonus to your achievements in the game.

Pro tip: This glitch is easiest to perform with a keyboard and mouse because it makes selecting and spamming the emote much simpler. Also, packing Bing Bong in your inventory can help unlock the Bing Bong Badge and the Bing Bong cap more easily.