What to know
- The Perkins Key Card is only accessible after collecting all three prior key cards
- You must return to the central satellite area to reach it
- The card is inside a newly unlocked building near the central staircase
- This key card completes the entire satellite access chain
Once you’ve secured every required access card across the Satellite Point of Interest, the final step in StarRupture is collecting the Perkins Key Card. This card serves as the ultimate clearance token, unlocking the last restricted building tied directly to endgame blueprint access.
Returning to the central satellite area
After collecting the Redleaf Override Access Card, Dr. Ellis Key Card, and Dr. Diaz Key Card, head back to the central section of the satellite complex, where you got the Red Key Card from. This area acts as the hub where all previously locked routes converge.
You’ll notice that new access points become available once all required cards are in your inventory, including a staircase leading toward another locked structure.
How to find the Perkins Key Card in StarRupture
Step 1: Go back to the satellite center
Navigate to the main central area of the Satellite POI where the buildings cluster around a shared access point.
Look for the staircase near the middle of the complex and climb it. This path was previously inaccessible or irrelevant earlier in the key card hunt.
Step 2: Locate the locked building
At the top or end of the staircase, you’ll find another locked building. This structure only becomes relevant after all earlier key cards are collected.
Step 4: Enter the building
Use your accumulated key card access to unlock the building and step inside. The interior is compact and designed as a final checkpoint rather than a maze.
Step 5: Pick up the Perkins Key Card
The Perkins Key Card is found inside the building in a visible, easy-to-spot location. Collect it to complete the satellite access sequence.
Interior layout and safety expectations
The Perkins Key Card room is intentionally low-pressure. There are no forced encounters, puzzles, or timed mechanics tied to picking up the card. The focus here is progression closure, confirming you’ve explored and unlocked the entire Satellite POI as intended.
What the Perkins Key Card unlocks
| Unlock type | Description |
|---|---|
| Final blueprint access | Enables endgame schematics and systems |
| Satellite completion | Fully unlocks the Satellite POI |
| Progression confirmation | Marks completion of key card chain |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Forgetting to return to the central area after collecting all key cards
- Missing the staircase that leads to the final building
- Assuming the Perkins Key Card spawns elsewhere on the map
Because this card only appears at the very end, many players overlook the need to backtrack to the satellite center.
Why the Perkins Key Card matters
The Perkins Key Card represents the final gate between exploration and full endgame access. It ensures that you’ve completed the satellite POI in the correct order and prevents early blueprint acquisition that could break progression balance.
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