Arc Raiders Turnabout Quest Guide

In the Arc Raiders Turnabout quest, Celeste tasks you with traveling to the North Trench Tower in Spaceport to upload a set of blackmail files. It’s a dangerous assignment, but that’s standard procedure in Arc Raiders. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about Turnabout and explain exactly how to finish it without unnecessary setbacks.

After accepting the quest, Celeste will hand over a single Spaceport Trench Tower Key. This key must be in your inventory during the raid in order for the objective to register. Since the North Trench Tower is a contested area and often draws other raiders, it’s highly recommended that you store the Spaceport Trench Tower Key in a secure pocket to avoid losing it if you’re taken out.

If you happen to lose the Spaceport Trench Tower Key, you won’t be able to complete the Turnabout quest until you secure another one. Like most keys in Arc Raiders, the drop rate is relatively low and completely random. That said, many players report better odds when looting residential buildings. If you’ve already misplaced your key, you’ll need a bit of luck on your side to find a replacement.

Once you’re prepared and have your key safely tucked away, follow the steps below to complete Turnabout.

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Where to find the North Trench Tower and upload the Blackmail Files

The North Trench Tower sits at the extreme northern edge of the Spaceport map. This location is frequently contested, as other players may also be attempting the same quest—or simply looking for easy eliminations and loot. Stay alert while approaching. It’s also common to encounter a Bastion roaming beneath the point of interest, while Rocketeers patrol overhead. In short, this is a high-risk zone that should be approached carefully and strategically.

Provided you have the Spaceport Trench Tower Key in your inventory upon arrival, make your way up the exterior stairs on either side of the North Trench Tower. At the top, you’ll find a locked door that can be opened using your key.

Double-check that you’re at the North Trench Tower before unlocking anything. The Spaceport Trench Tower Key also works on the South Trench Tower, and using it in the wrong location could cost you your only key.

Once you’ve unlocked the correct door and stepped inside, immediately head upstairs—either to the left or right, depending on which entrance you used. In the room above, you’ll spot a glowing yellow terminal. Interact with this terminal to upload the blackmail files to Celeste. As soon as the upload completes, the Turnabout quest will be marked as finished.

With Turnabout wrapped up, you’re free to extract at your convenience. The Central Elevator is often the most straightforward escape option from this area. However, before leaving, take advantage of the North Trench Tower’s strong loot potential. The POI is known for valuable finds and is worth revisiting if you manage to obtain another Spaceport Trench Tower Key in future raids.

For additional help, be sure to check out our complete Arc Raiders quest list here at Gamer Choice.