What to know

  • There are 20 known keys in ARC Raiders spread across all main battleground maps.
  • Each key opens locked rooms, bunkers, or structures with high-tier loot.
  • Keys are usually found in containers, lockers, or dropped by enemies.
  • Carrying the right key can make extractions faster and loot runs safer.

ARC Raiders features a wide range of collectible keys that grant access to restricted zones filled with valuable loot and gear. Knowing where to find these keys and what they unlock can make a big difference in your success rate. Below is a full list of all key locations and their uses across every map in the game.

All keys in Arc Raiders: Quick overview

Key Number Key Name Map Use
1 Raider Hatch Key All maps Opens Raider Hatch extraction point
2 Dam Surveillance Key Dam Opens Water Treatment Control door
3 Dam Staff Room Key Dam Unlocks Research & Administration door
4 Dam Control Center Tower Key Dam Unlocks Control Center Tower door
5 Dam Testing Annex Key Dam Unlocks two Testing Annex doors
6 Spaceport Trench Tower Key Spaceport Opens Trench Tower door
7 Spaceport Container Storage Key Spaceport Opens Container Storage building door
8 Spaceport Ground Control Key Spaceport Opens Ground Control Tower door
9 Spaceport Outskirts Bunker Key Spaceport Opens Outskirts Bunker door
10 Spaceport Warehouse Key Spaceport Opens Shipping Warehouse door
11 Buried City Town Hall Key Buried City Opens Town Hall building door
12 Buried City Residential Master Key Buried City Unlocks multiple apartment doors
13 Buried City JKV Employee Access Card Buried City Opens J Kozma Ventures building door
14 Buried City Hospital Key Buried City Opens hospital door
15 Blue Gate Communication Tower Key Blue Gate Opens tower access door
16 Blue Gate Confiscation Room Key Blue Gate Unlocks confiscated goods room
17 Blue Gate Cellar Key Blue Gate Opens cellar entrances
18 Blue Gate Village Key Blue Gate Opens old village building door
19 Patrol Car Key All maps Opens rear of patrol vehicles
20 Spaceport Control Tower Key Spaceport Unlocks upper control room in Spaceport Tower

ARC Raiders all keys locations and uses

Key 1: Raider Hatch Key

  • Location: Found in loot containers, can be crafted with Advanced Electrical Components and Sensors, or purchased from trader Shani.
  • Use: Unlocks Raider Hatch extraction points, allowing faster map exit.
  • Tip: Great for quick extraction runs, but lost upon death.

Key 2: Dam Surveillance Key

  • Location: Found in the Dam Battlegrounds area, mostly in the Water Treatment Control building.
  • Use: Opens a locked control room with high-tier loot.
  • Tip: Ideal for early-game loot runs.

Key 3: Dam Staff Room Key

  • Location: Found in administrative containers around the Dam map.
  • Use: Unlocks the Research & Administration building staff door.
  • Tip: Helps access crafting materials and rare components.

Key 4: Dam Control Center Tower Key

  • Location: Dropped around Control Center structures on the Dam map.
  • Use: Opens tower door leading to the upper control decks.
  • Tip: Expect stronger ARC machine presence near this area.

Key 5: Dam Testing Annex Key

  • Location: Found within or near the Testing Annex building on Dam.
  • Use: Unlocks two different doors within the Testing Annex.
  • Tip: Access both rooms in a single run for efficient looting.

Key 6: Spaceport Trench Tower Key

  • Location: Found around Trench Tower containers in Spaceport.
  • Use: Opens a door within the Trench Tower zone.
  • Tip: Good mid-tier loot, but prepare for open-field fights.

Key 7: Spaceport Container Storage Key

  • Location: Found in lockers and crates in Container Storage buildings.
  • Use: Unlocks the Container Storage facility.
  • Tip: Often guarded by ARC units; clear before entering.

Key 8: Spaceport Ground Control Key

  • Location: Found in Ground Control Tower containers on Spaceport map.
  • Use: Unlocks access to the Ground Control Tower rooms.
  • Tip: The tower provides valuable vantage points for defense.

Key 9: Spaceport Outskirts Bunker Key

  • Location: Found near map edges and bunkers in Spaceport outskirts.
  • Use: Opens a small Outskirts Bunker for hidden supply stashes.
  • Tip: Safer loot option for solo players.

Key 10: Spaceport Warehouse Key

  • Location: Found inside the Shipping Warehouse in Spaceport.
  • Use: Unlocks a secured section inside the warehouse.
  • Tip: Check for heavy player presence before entering.

Key 11: Buried City Town Hall Key

  • Location: Found in containers scattered throughout Buried City.
  • Use: Unlocks the Town Hall door, often containing valuable loot.
  • Tip: Expect other players nearby due to high loot density.

Key 12: Buried City Residential Master Key

  • Location: Found in residential blocks across Buried City.
  • Use: Opens multiple apartment doors in the same area.
  • Tip: One of the most efficient keys for urban scavenging.

Key 13: Buried City JKV Employee Access Card

  • Location: Found near the J Kozma Ventures building in Buried City.
  • Use: Unlocks a secured corporate facility door.
  • Tip: Contains specialized crafting items and rare loot.

Key 14: Buried City Hospital Key

  • Location: Found on higher floors of the hospital in Buried City.
  • Use: Unlocks restricted rooms inside the hospital.
  • Tip: Ideal for players searching for medical supplies.

Key 15: Blue Gate Communication Tower Key

  • Location: Found near tower base structures and tunnels in Blue Gate.
  • Use: Unlocks a door at the Communication Tower.
  • Tip: Perfect for players using sniper or ranged setups.

Key 16: Blue Gate Confiscation Room Key

  • Location: Found within tunnels or nearby apartments at Blue Gate.
  • Use: Opens the confiscated goods room in the tunnel area.
  • Tip: Expect close-quarter combat; use shotguns or SMGs.

Key 17: Blue Gate Cellar Key

  • Location: Found in basements of Blue Gate’s old village buildings.
  • Use: Unlocks cellar doors containing supplies and loot.
  • Tip: Great for stealthy players preferring low visibility routes.

Key 18: Blue Gate Village Key

  • Location: Found in crates and shelves inside old village structures.
  • Use: Unlocks locked rooms in abandoned village homes.
  • Tip: Often less contested, ideal for quieter loot runs.

Key 19: Patrol Car Key

  • Location: Found in lockers, containers, or dropped near patrol car spawns.
  • Use: Unlocks the trunk of patrol cars that contain random loot.
  • Tip: Usually holds moderate gear, handy for quick resource gains.

Key 20: Spaceport Control Tower Key

  • Location: Found inside high-security crates in Spaceport’s upper tower levels or near pilot offices.
  • Use: Unlocks the Spaceport’s main Control Tower access door, giving entry to top-tier loot and control terminals.
  • Tip: High vertical risk zone — ideal for endgame looting or team runs.

Maximizing your key runs in ARC Raiders

Keys are single-use, so plan your raids carefully. Always check which battleground you’re entering and only carry keys relevant to that map. Prioritize safer entry zones like the outskirts or lower buildings, and use extraction keys like Raider Hatch Keys for fast exits when carrying rare loot. Remember — dying means losing the key.