The map is your most valuable tool for navigating ZDR. Press the Minus button to open it. Here's what to look for:

- Blue Squares: Explored areas.
- Gray Squares: Unexplored areas.
- Red Doors: Missile Doors.
- Yellow Doors: Power Bomb Doors (when acquired).
- Green Doors: Standard doors.
- Purple Areas: E.M.M.I. Zones.
- White Dots: Save Stations.
- Orange Dots: Network Stations (also save points).
- Green Dots: Energy Recharge Stations.
- Blue Dots: Missile Recharge Stations.
- Yellow Dots: Teleportals.
- Pink Dots: Statues (often lead to upgrades).
- Question Marks: Unidentified items or abilities.
Use the map to plan your routes and identify potential upgrade locations.