Locked Gate Arc Raiders Event Returns – Speedrunners Already Found These 4 Security Code Locations In Minutes

The Locked Gate event has made its triumphant return to Arc Raiders as part of the Cold Snap update. This rare map modifier challenges squads to hunt down four security codes hidden across the Blue Gate map. Once collected, players unlock an exclusive underground section packed with high-tier loot and the coveted Bobcat SMG blueprint.

What Is The Locked Gate Event?

The Locked Gate is a challenging map modifier that appears on The Blue Gate alongside other seasonal events. It operates similarly to established modifiers like Hidden Bunker and Electromagnetic Storm. When selected, the event imposes specific constraints to increase difficulty and engagement.

Players face fewer active return points, meaning escape opportunities are limited throughout the raid. Additionally, raider hatches are deactivated, forcing teams to rely on careful route planning. The core objective remains straightforward: locate all four security codes and deliver them to the Gate Control Room at Warehouse Complex.

Finding The Gate Control Room Location

Before hunting security codes, squads must first locate the Gate Control Room in Warehouse Complex near the map’s center. This hub contains multiple computer terminals requiring the four security codes for activation. Upon arrival, expect resistance from several ARC units stationed throughout the area.

The control room features terminals on both sides monitoring the four code locations. Approaching any terminal reveals which security codes have been collected and which remain outstanding. If a terminal lacks an interaction prompt, another player squad has already entered that code.

All 4 Security Code Locations Explained

The four security codes spawn at Ancient Fort, Pilgrim’s Peak, Raider’s Refuge, and Reinforced Reception. Each location contains the key hidden randomly inside any searchable container. The search requires patience since containers are distributed throughout each area.

Ancient Fort presents the most challenging hunt due to abundant containers scattered across ruins. Pilgrim’s Peak similarly demands thorough searching among numerous locations. Conversely, Raider’s Refuge and Reinforced Reception expedite the process with fewer containers to check. Acquiring codes in any order works fine, and safe pockets allow storing codes across multiple raids.

“These keys can appear in any searchable container, which means it can take some time to turn over each container before you find it.”

— IGN Arc Raiders Guide, Comprehensive Coverage

Unlocking The Underground Section And Rewards

Once all four codes are entered into Gate Control Room terminals, the outer gates unlock automatically. A notification broadcasts this achievement to every player on the map, triggering competition for premium loot. The Gate Control Room accessible gate leads directly to the underground Traffic Tunnels region.

This hidden section contains substantially rarer blueprints compared to surface-level farming. The Bobcat SMG blueprint drops from traffic tunnel rooms with increased frequency, making this the primary objective for players seeking exclusive weapons. However, rival squads will contest looted items, so teamwork and map control prove essential.

How Does Locked Gate Compare To Other Cold Snap Features?

The Locked Gate event exists alongside Cold Snap‘s additional content including new cosmetics, festive items, and expanded blueprint spawn locations. The Cold Snap update v1.7.0 also brought skill tree reset functionality and toggle ADS options independent of the Locked Gate modifier.

Unlike standard Blue Gate runs, Locked Gate imposes strategic constraints forcing squad coordination and efficient route planning. The limited return points structure fundamentally changes survival tactics, rewarding teams with superior map knowledge and positioning. This creates uniquely engaging gameplay distinct from traditional raiding experiences.