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Main article: Maintenance Keycard

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Maintenance Keycard in Sons of the Forest is a crucial access item used to unlock restricted areas, primarily in underground bunkers and secured facilities. It is essential for progressing through certain locations and obtaining high-value loot.

Usage[edit | edit source]

The Maintenance Keycard grants access to locked doors found in various bunkers across the island. These areas often contain important resources, weapons, and lore elements. Acquiring this keycard is necessary to advance in exploration and gain entry to restricted sections.

Tips & Tricks[edit | edit source]

  • Look for the keycard in maintenance-related locations such as underground facilities.
  • Keep track of locked doors, as they may lead to valuable loot once the keycard is obtained.
  • Some keycard-locked areas may contain different types of foes, so be prepared before entering.

Worth It?[edit | edit source]

The Maintenance Keycard is an essential item for unlocking new areas and gaining access to valuable equipment. It is a must-have for progression, making it one of the most important key items in the game.


Updates[edit | edit source]

No. Version Changes
1. Patch 01 •  Fixed keycard guest not opening the two doors in bunker entertainment and not being needed to get into bunker residential
2. Patch 02 •  Changed face on maintenance keycard to not be player character
3. Patch 04 •  Player should no longer get into a bad state if they are spamming a weapon hotkey while opening a door with a keycard

Main article: Guest Keycard

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Guest Keycard in Sons of the Forest is an access card used to unlock specific doors in certain bunkers and restricted areas. It plays a key role in progressing through the game, granting access to valuable loot and lore-related locations.

Usage[edit | edit source]

The Guest Keycard is required to open designated locked doors, often leading to areas containing resources, weapons, and key story elements. Unlike other keycards, it is typically associated with locations tied to guest or recreational facilities within the game world.

Tips & Tricks[edit | edit source]

  • Search luxury or guest-related locations such as lounges, entertainment areas, or VIP sections to find its associated doors.
  • Keep track of locked areas encountered before obtaining the keycard to revisit them later.
  • Be cautious, as some keycard-locked rooms may contain enemies or environmental hazards.

Worth It?[edit | edit source]

The Guest Keycard is an important progression item, unlocking access to high-value locations. While not as critical as some other keycards, it provides essential resources and story-related discoveries, making it a worthwhile find.


Updates[edit | edit source]

No. Version Changes
1. Patch 01 •  Fixed keycard guest not opening the two doors in bunker entertainment and not being needed to get into bunker residential
2. Patch 02 •  Changed face on maintenance keycard to not be player character
3. Patch 04 •  Player should no longer get into a bad state if they are spamming a weapon hotkey while opening a door with a keycard

Main article: VIP Keycard

Overview[edit | edit source]

The VIP Keycard in Sons of the Forest is an advanced access card that unlocks high-security areas, often leading to some of the most valuable loot and key story locations. It is one of the most important keycards for late-game progression.

Usage[edit | edit source]

The VIP Keycard grants access to exclusive locked rooms and bunkers, typically containing high-tier weapons, supplies, and critical lore elements. Unlike other keycards, it is often linked to executive or high-status areas within the game world.

Tips & Tricks[edit | edit source]

  • Search high-end or executive locations such as luxury suites, secure offices, or restricted research areas.
  • Keep track of locked doors encountered earlier in the game, as they may require the VIP Keycard for access.
  • Prepare for potential threats inside VIP-locked areas, as they often contain high-value loot and story elements.

Worth It?[edit | edit source]

The VIP Keycard is a crucial item for unlocking top-tier locations, making it one of the most valuable access cards in the game. It is essential for late-game progression and acquiring some of the best resources available.


Updates[edit | edit source]

No. Version Changes
1. Patch 01 •  Fixed keycard guest not opening the two doors in bunker entertainment and not being needed to get into bunker residential
2. Patch 02 •  Changed face on maintenance keycard to not be player character
3. Patch 04 •  Player should no longer get into a bad state if they are spamming a weapon hotkey while opening a door with a keycard