The Turnabout quest in Arc Raiders throws you into the heart of corporate conspiracy. Celeste tasks you with recovering damning evidence from the North Trench Tower, but getting inside requires strategy, preparation, and one crucial key. Here’s everything you need to breeze through this mission.
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Arc Raiders Quest Overview
| Quest Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Celeste |
| Location | North Trench Tower, Spaceport |
| Prerequisite | Complete “Digging Up Dirt” quest |
| Key Item Needed | Spaceport Trench Tower Key |
| Rewards | 2x Barricade Kit, 23,000 XP |
| Difficulty | Moderate (Combat encounters likely) |
Finding the North Trench Tower
The North Trench Tower sits on the northern edge of the Spaceport map, right beside the East Hangar and to the right of West Container Yard. You’ll recognize it immediately—it’s a distinctive white tower with blue staircases winding up the exterior.
Once you spot it, climb the first set of blue stairs to reach the upper platform, then locate the second staircase that leads to the tower entrance. But here’s the catch: both doors require the Spaceport Trench Tower key.
Getting Your Hands on the Key
The Spaceport Trench Tower key spawns randomly on the Dam Battleground map, typically inside high-value loot locations like Research facilities or Administration buildings. Check desks, breach lockers, and thoroughly search medium to high-loot areas in nearby structures.
Since it’s a random spawn, you might get lucky on your first run or need several attempts. Patience is key here—literally.
For more loot farming strategies, check out our Arc Raiders beginner’s guide.
Completing the Mission
After unlocking the tower door, head straight inside until you spot a staircase on your left. Take it to the second floor, then turn left again. You’ll find a yellow console waiting for you—interact with it to upload the Blackmail Files to Celeste and complete the quest.
Don’t rush out immediately after finishing. The North Trench Tower is packed with high-tier loot, so spend any remaining time searching the area for valuable items that’ll boost your future runs.
Combat Tips for Survival
The path to and inside the tower isn’t always clear. Arc units and hostile players frequently patrol this area, making combat encounters likely. Bring your strongest loadout with adequate healing supplies and ammunition.
Consider bringing teammates if you’re playing in a squad—having backup makes dealing with unexpected ambushes much easier. For optimal weapon recommendations, visit our Arc Raiders loadout guide.
Why This Quest Matters
Beyond the solid XP reward and useful Barricade Kits, the Turnabout quest advances the storyline involving corporate corruption within the game’s narrative. It’s part of a larger questline that reveals deeper conspiracies affecting the game world.
The quest also familiarizes you with the Spaceport map layout—knowledge that proves invaluable for future missions and PvP encounters in this high-traffic area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly do I find the Spaceport Trench Tower key?
The key spawns randomly in high-loot buildings on the Dam Battleground map, particularly in Research and Administration facilities. Check desks and lockers thoroughly. Since it’s random, multiple runs might be necessary.
Can I complete the Turnabout quest solo or do I need a team?
The quest is definitely soloable with proper preparation, but bringing teammates significantly improves your survival chances due to potential Arc unit and player encounters. Choose based on your skill level and risk tolerance.
