Locked Gate Arc Raiders returns with insane Bobcat blueprint changes that sellers didn’t expect

The Locked Gate event has returned to Arc Raiders following the Cold Snap update on December 16, 2025. This rare map condition exclusively appears on the Blue Gate map and offers players an intense cooperative challenge to unlock hidden underground areas. The event disappeared from the game previously but is now live once again with the opportunity to score the highly coveted Bobcat blueprint and other ultra-rare loot.

Understanding the Locked Gate Event Structure

Locked Gate functions as a special map condition similar to Hidden Bunker, Cold Snap, and Electromagnetic Storm events. Players must actively select this modifier when starting a match on Blue Gate. The primary objective involves gathering four security codes scattered throughout specific locations on the map. The event modifies the standard Blue Gate experience by reducing the number of available Return Points and disabling Raider Hatches entirely, forcing teams to plan their extraction routes carefully.

The Gate Control Room serves as the central hub located in the Warehouse Complex near the map’s center. This is where players must insert the collected security codes into terminals to unlock the outer gates. Multiple ARC units guard these locations, creating an authentic combat challenge. Working with teammates significantly improves success rates since other players will also hunt these codes.

Security Code Locations and Collection Guide

The four required security codes always spawn in the same locations, though the exact container containing each code is randomized within those zones:

Ancient Fort – Located in the eastern section of the map
Pilgrim’s Peak – Positioned in the southern area
Raider’s Refuge – Found in the western region
Reinforced Reception – Situated in the northern section

Each code can spawn inside any searchable container within these locations, meaning thorough exploration is essential. Players must expect intense competition from other raiders pursuing the same objectives. Once all four codes are collected and inserted into their respective terminals at the Gate Control Room, the outer gates unlock automatically, sending notifications to all players in the match.

Location	Security Code Name	Map Zone
Ancient Fort	Ancient Fort Security Code	Eastern Region
Pilgrim’s Peak	Pilgrim’s Peak Security Code	Southern Region
Raider’s Refuge	Raider’s Refuge Security Code	Western Region
Reinforced Reception	Reinforced Reception Security Code	Northern Region

Accessing the Underground Loot Areas

After successfully unlocking all four terminals, the checkpoint beneath the outer gates opens to reveal underground tunnels. These Traffic Tunnels contain significantly more valuable loot than standard Blue Gate matches. The environment mirrors the typical underground areas accessible on regular raids but features enhanced spawn rates for rare items.

The underground sections contain high concentrations of searchable containers and offer a genuine chance to obtain the Bobcat blueprint and other ultra-rare weapons. However, this remains random loot, meaning extraction with specific blueprints is never guaranteed. All players in the match can access this area simultaneously after the gates unlock, so competition for loot intensifies considerably once players enter.

“The rooms within the Traffic Tunnels have a chance to drop rarer blueprints, such as the Bobcat. There’s still a random chance, so there’s no guarantee you’ll get anything incredibly rare, and you have to get it before the other players in your match loot them.”

— IGN Arc Raiders Guide, Official Wiki

Blueprint Drop Rates and Farming Strategy

The Cold Snap update significantly altered blueprint availability across Arc Raiders. Players reported explosive increases in blueprint drop rates following the December 16 patch, with some community members noting that blueprint sellers previously charging premium prices now face market saturation. The Bobcat blueprint, once considered extremely rare, became more accessible post-update.

Standard blueprint farming locations show approximately 1-2% drop rates in random containers. However, specific container types like raider caches, weapon boxes, and security lockers feature substantially higher blueprint spawn chances. Locked Gate events offer above-average loot density, making them ideal for players specifically hunting for rare crafting recipes. The underground tunnels accessed after unlocking all gates provide the concentrated loot necessary for efficient farming runs.

Is Completing Locked Gate Worth Your Time?

The Locked Gate event demands significant time investment and coordination with teammates. Players must collect four codes across distant map locations while facing ARC enemy opposition. The risk-reward calculation depends entirely on personal objectives. Hunters specifically seeking the Bobcat blueprint or other rare weapons will find this event valuable despite the competitive pressure.

The event provides access to loot otherwise unavailable in standard Blue Gate matches, making it justified for dedicated blueprint farmers or players completing collection goals. However, casual players seeking quick loot runs might find regular matches more efficient. The decision ultimately hinges on whether the potential for rare blueprint extraction outweighs the orchestrated effort required to unlock the underground areas.