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Getting the Red Key (13)
Duke Nukem 3D

Getting the Red Key (13)

Find the Red Key in Duke Nukem 3D by defeating Octabrains and Battlelords on a dangerous staircase. Includes RPG Ammo and Devastator Ammo.

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Find the Red Key in Duke Nukem 3D by defeating Octabrains and Battlelords on a dangerous staircase. Includes RPG Ammo and Devastator Ammo.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    From the previous room, go around the corner to find the staircase.
  2. 2
    At the top of the staircase, you will find canisters and some babes.
  3. 3
    You must kill the canisters to continue. This will cause some Octabrains (a type of enemy) to spawn.
  4. 4
    These enemies will do some damage to the Battlelord and Commanders that are behind them.
  5. 5
    As you go up the stairs, a Battlelord will spawn behind you.
  6. 6
    Clear out the other Battlelord at the top of the stairs.
  7. 7
    After you kill them, you will find the Red Key, Devastator Ammo, and an Atomic Health.

Secrets:

  • Jump onto the post office box to find a Large Medikit.
  • Open the "No Loitering" sign above you to get RPG Ammo.
  • If you use the Night Vision Goggles (a piece of equipment that enhances vision in dark areas) while on the stairs, there is a hint for secret 4.
Tips
  • The staircase is dangerous.
  • Killing the canisters will cause Octabrains to spawn.
  • A Battlelord will spawn behind you as you ascend the stairs.
  • Another Battlelord is waiting at the top.

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