Loot and Map Interactions
Surviving REDSEC means mastering Fort Lyndon’s unique loot economy. Color-coded crates, class-locked vaults, upgrade kits, and mission rewards create a dynamic gear progression system that rewards map knowledge and tactical coordination.
This guide breaks down every loot source, interactive element, and class-specific advantage in Season 1. Learn what’s inside each crate type, where to find critical upgrades, and how to leverage your class for maximum squad advantage.
📦 Loot Crate Types
Fort Lyndon’s loot system uses color-coded crates with distinct rarity tiers and content pools. Understanding what each crate type offers is fundamental to efficient looting and squad gearing.
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Common Crates
Most plentiful containers on the map. Essential for early-game gearing but expect repetitive loot pools.
Hit these at drop-in for immediate upgrades over your starting pistol. Don’t linger—move to rare crates quickly.
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Rare Crates
”Pax Armata” style containers with superior weapon quality and occasional Strike Package call-ins.
Artillery strikes, smokescreen drops, UAV recon drones. Game-changing abilities worth prioritizing.
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Class Crates
Adaptive loot that tailors contents to the opener’s class. Highest-value containers on the map.
Only one player needs to open it. Let the class member who needs the loot interact to maximize value.
Tip:
Class Crate Examples: Recon opens → Sniper/DMR + recon gadgets. Assault opens → AR/Carbine + assault gadgets. Support opens → LMG + support gear. Engineer opens → SMG + engineer tools.
🔧 Additional Loot Sources
Crates aren’t the only gear sources in REDSEC. These alternative loot mechanics provide specialized items, upgrades, and strategic advantages that supplement the core crate system.
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Vehicle Loot
Parked vehicles contain themed supplies. Ambulances hold medical gear (defibs, health pouches), box trucks hide weapons/ammo.
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Mission Drops
Complete in-match contracts to trigger supply drops. Reward crates contain high-tier weapons with pre-equipped attachments.
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Weapon Upgrade Kits
Thin satchels with weapon-type icons. Boost gun rarity by adding attachments without finding a new weapon.
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Intel Caches
Briefcases marked with ”?” icon. Collectible intel items that grant Career XP toward progression unlocks.
Info:
Custom Weapon Drops: These tokens let you summon pre-made loadout guns from your main game “Favorited” weapons. Mission rewards are the primary source.
🎯 Weapon Upgrade Kit Deep Dive
Upgrade kits are easily overlooked but critical for mid-match power scaling. Here’s how to maximize their value.
Weapon Upgrade Kit System
Scale Your Arsenal Without Replacement
Don’t waste kits on weapons you’re about to replace. Use them on guns you’re comfortable with and plan to keep through mid-game. Store extras in inventory for later decisions.
🎖️ Class-Specific Map Interactions
REDSEC integrates class abilities into map design. Certain interactive elements are locked behind class restrictions, creating squad synergy opportunities.
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Engineer Vaults
Heavy-duty locked safes and vault doors scattered across Fort Lyndon. Only Engineers can crack them open using their Repair Tool gadget.
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Recon Intel
Recon excels at intel gathering through gadgets rather than exclusive map unlockables. No recon-only safes, but superior battlefield awareness.
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Support
No exclusive map unlockables, but critical team support through Supply Bag and medic abilities.
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Assault
All-round fighter with combat perks. No special map interactions but superior direct engagement tools.
Tip:
Squad Synergy: Coordinate Class Crate usage. The opener determines loot type—let your Engineer open if they need SMGs/tools, let Recon open for snipers/DMRs, etc.
🗺️ Critical Map Features
Beyond loot containers, Fort Lyndon includes strategic interactive elements that affect squad mobility, respawn economy, and vehicle access.
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Vehicle Terminals & Keycards
Heavy vehicles (tanks, etc.) require Vehicle Key Cards to unlock from designated garages. Keycards primarily earned through mission completion.
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Respawn Towers
Redeploy stations allow limited squad respawns. Radio tower structures scattered across Fort Lyndon enable eliminated teammates to rejoin.
Watch Out:
Respawn Tower Tactics: Activation is LOUD. Clear the area of threats before starting the progress circle. Position squad members to watch angles during the vulnerable countdown.
📊 Loot Priority Matrix
Not all loot sources provide equal value at different match stages. Use this priority framework to optimize your looting path.
| Match Phase | Priority 1 | Priority 2 | Priority 3 |
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| Early (Drop-in) | Common Crates Fast basic gearing | Rare Crates If accessible | Vehicle loot nearby |
| Mid-Game | Class Crates Optimal gear | Upgrade Kits Scale current weapons | Mission drops |
| Late-Game | Engineer Vaults High-tier cache | Mission Drops Custom loadouts | Rare crate clusters |
| Final Circle | Dead Enemy Loot Immediate upgrades | Upgrade Kits Last-minute scaling | Strike packages |
💡 Advanced Looting Strategies
Competitive REDSEC play requires more than knowing what’s in each crate. These tactical considerations separate efficient squads from chaotic scavengers.
- ✓ Plan loot routes before dropping
- ✓ Common → Rare → Class progression
- ✓ Avoid backtracking to picked areas
- ✗ Random wandering
- ✗ Over-looting in hot zones
Best for: Maximizing gear quality per minute
- ✓ Engineer hits vaults first
- ✓ Recon scouts next zone early
- ✓ Support grabs medical vehicles
- ✗ Everyone loots same building
- ✗ Ignoring class advantages
Best for: Coordinated squad efficiency
- ✓ Fast loot high-traffic areas
- ✓ Clear angles before opening crates
- ✓ Use mission drops as bait/traps
- ✗ Tunnel vision on single crate
- ✗ Ignoring audio cues while looting
Best for: Surviving contested drops
Success:
Economy Management: Don’t hoard upgrade kits or keycards expecting “perfect timing.” Use them when they provide immediate tactical advantage—survivability now beats theoretical optimization later.
🎓 Key Takeaways
Green = basic gear, Black/Red = high-tier + Strike Packages, Red w/ Icon = adaptive class loot. Prioritize Class Crates when spotted.
Thin satchels boost gun rarity without replacement. Common spawns, choose accuracy/mobility/reload paths. Use on weapons you’re keeping.
Only Engineers unlock safes/vaults using Repair Tool. High-tier loot inside. Always run at least one Engineer in squad composition.
Completing contracts triggers supply drops with pre-kitted weapons and Custom Weapon Drop tokens. Risk/reward balance—visible drops attract enemies.
Clear area before activation. Loud siren alerts enemies. Each tower only works once. Use Second Chance first when possible.