In the immersive world of ARC Raiders, players venturing into the Blue Gate map will encounter a notable landmark: the Ancient Fort, a crumbling relic of civilization perched imposingly on a hill. At the base of this fortress lies a cellar door, locked and brimming with high-tier loot. Gaining access, however, requires players to gather three Fuel Cells scattered throughout the fort. This article serves as a comprehensive guide to help players unlock the cellar door and maximize their loot.
To locate the Ancient Fort, head to the southernmost region of the Blue Gate map. This area is known for medium-value loot, so players should be prepared for encounters with fellow raiders and occasional ARC machine activity. Upon arrival, the locked cellar door can be found at the base of the fort’s western wall, adorned with three indicator bulbs reminiscent of those found at Raider’s Refuge.
Unlocking the cellar door involves a puzzle where players must find and insert three Fuel Cells into corresponding fuze boxes found within the Ancient Fort’s walls. Below are the specific locations for each fuze box:
- Fuze Box 1: Located at the southern wall of the Ancient Fort’s exterior.
- Fuze Box 2: Situated just beyond the first flight of steps inside the fort, in the second-floor courtyard.
- Fuze Box 3: Found within the main building on the second floor, adjacent to the ladder leading to the rooftop.
Engaging in this puzzle also plays a crucial role in the Locked Gate event within ARC Raiders, where players have a higher chance of uncovering coveted items like the Ancient Fort Security Code or the Bobcat Blueprint.
While exploring the Ancient Fort, players will discover multiple locations–over ten–where Fuel Cells can spawn. These locations often feature wooden pallets, indicating where the Fuel Cells are likely to appear. The following highlights the notable spawn locations:
- Location 1: West of the fort, inside a dilapidated house with a pole.
- Location 2: Directly opposite the southern exterior fuze box.
- Location 3: Next to a totaled car, just beside the other fuze box.
- Location 4: East of the Fort within a crumbled structure equipped with radio dishes and a generator.
- Location 5: Northeast by a broken home structure near a zipline.
Players can enhance their efficiency in gathering the Fuel Cells by utilizing ziplines–these can be deployed while carrying a Fuel Cell, allowing for quicker traversal back to the fuze panels. Alternatively, if the coast is clear, moving backwards while carrying a Fuel Cell can significantly increase speed, adding a tactical advantage while on the way to the fuze boxes.
Once all three Fuel Cells are successfully inserted into their respective fuze boxes, the Ancient Fort cellar door will unlock, revealing a treasure trove of high-value loot. However, players should quickly finish looting and head to a safe extraction point, especially as other players may also be vying for the rewards contained within. Storing valuable items in the Safe Pocket can provide an extra layer of security, ensuring that they are automatically extracted in case of unforeseen encounters.
With this guide, players will be well-equipped to navigate the challenges posed by the Ancient Fort and emerge with rich rewards in ARC Raiders.
