Datalog / Primers : For Beginners The following is a list of Datalog entries for the Primers : For Beginners of " Final Fantasy XIII - 2 " . Some of the data is updated during the course of the game . Datalog . As you progress through the game , the datalog will gradually fill with entries on a variety of subjects . A message will appear in the upper left corner of the screen whenever a new entry is added . To browse this information , press / to access the main menu and then select Datalog . Those who have yet to play FINAL FANTASY XIII can brush up on basic gameplay by reading through ' Primers : For Beginners . ' Basic Controls . While exploring the map , certain occurrences or important LIVE events may partially restrict movement or camera controls . The Mini - map . The mini - map in the upper right corner of the screen displays a variety of helpful information . In addition to revealing the surrounding terrain , the mini - map indicates the direction of your objective and the positions of your companions . Camera Settings . A total of four camera control schemes and 11 levels of camera control sensitivity are available for selection . To modify your current setting , press / to open the main menu and then select Settings . Jumping . You can press / to jump up small steps or over objects blocking your path . You can also jump over larger obstacles in certain locations . Press / while standing on the glowing blue rings , and your character will automatically leap over the obstacle . Conversing with Others . Upon approaching the other characters you encounter while exploring , you will often be spoken to , or overhear something being said . These conversations occur automatically and do not require any action on your part . Certain conversations require a button press to initiate . In these instances , press / when the TALK sign is displayed . If there is more than one person you can speak to nearby , press / to switch between the available TALK signs . Treasure and Gadgets . When approaching treasure spheres or controllable switches , a button prompt will appear . Press / to perform actions such as obtaining items or activating machines . These actions will be ' locked ' when enemies are nearby , so be sure to first clear the area of hostiles . Battle Difficulty . The battle difficulty can be changed by going into the main menu and selecting Settings . There are two options : NORMAL MODE and EASY MODE . The current difficulty mode is displayed on the battle results screen . Switching to Easy Mode is one way to deal with tough monsters . However , the difficulty mode does affect your battle rank , and you will get more stars and rare items in Normal Mode . Skippable Cutscenes . You can press / at any time during a cutscene to pause the action . After doing so , pressing / will allow you to skip the rest of the scene if you so desire . Conversations between characters and LIVE events that occur during exploration can also be skipped in the same manner . Preparing for Adventure . You can now access Party Paradigms and the Crystarium ! Press / to open the main menu and select these options . Party Paradigms : Customize your paradigmsCrystarium : Develop your characters If you are not sure how to use these options , detailed information can be found in the Battle primers . Monster Crystals . You have obtained a monster crystal ! New functions have been added to Party Paradigms and the Crystarium , and you can now access Monsters in the main menu . Select Paradigm Pack within Party Paradigms and choose monsters to add into your paradigms . Monsters can also be developed in the Crystarium . Press / and select Monsters to customize your monstrous allies . If you are not sure how to use these options , detailed information can be found in the Battle primers .