The Rebreather is found in a dark cave on the northern coastline of the island, requiring you to navigate underwater sections, while the Rope Gun is located in a different cave, accessible after acquiring the Rebreather. Both items are crucial for progression, allowing access to further tools like the Shovel.
Rebreather Location and Preparation
To obtain the Rebreather, you must first locate Cave A, situated in the northern part of the island, specifically near the coastline. This cave is identifiable by bodies skewered on the shoreline and yellow cans floating in the water or placed outside an alcove in the cliff wall. The entrance will be boarded up, requiring an axe to chop through the boards.
Before entering, it is highly recommended to prepare for the dark conditions and potential encounters within. The cave is largely unlit, making a light source essential. While a lighter can be used, a crafted torch (requiring Cloth and a Stick) offers a wider illumination area, and a Flashlight, if already obtained, is also beneficial. Additionally, consider building a shelter and saving your game near the cave entrance.
Navigating the Beach Cave
Upon entering the Beach Cave, the first notable item is a laptop with a flashing red light. Interacting with this laptop will mark the location of the Entertainment Bunker on your GPS map. Near the laptop, you will find cases to loot for resources like Flares and 9mm Ammo. Crucially, an Air Tank for the Rebreather is located to the right of the laptop. Further into this initial section, two bodies are present, with one offering The Sunset Times newspaper clipping.
The path through the cave is generally linear. You will encounter areas lit by blue lights and small directional lights. Bats will fly out in certain sections, and you’ll need to crouch to pass under low ceilings. Proceed past hanging skeletons and a floating rubber ring. Eventually, you will encounter two enemies; these can be run past if you are not prepared for combat. Beyond these enemies, the path splits.
Acquiring the Rebreather
After the path splits, the left route leads directly to the Rebreather. However, it is advisable to first take the path to the right to collect the Stun Gun and a piece of the Artifact.
| Item | Location (from split) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stun Gun | Right | Found on a hanging body at a dead end, past mutant babies. |
| Artifact | Right | Near boards, after returning from the Stun Gun path. |
| Rebreather | Left | Directly accessible after the split, once Stun Gun/Artifact are optional. |
The right path is linear and narrow initially, passing a body and entering a larger area with hanging skeletons. Breakable boxes are found to the left of these skeletons. You will encounter mutants, but can run past them. Continue until you see crosses and stalagmites with a slumped dead body. From here, go right to find a Radio playing from the ceiling and a laptop underneath. This path leads to a dead end where the Stun Gun is located on a hanging body, past mutant babies. After collecting the Stun Gun, return to the slumped body and take the left path, where you will find more crosses and boards, leading to the Artifact piece.
Once you have explored the right path (or if you choose to skip it), return to the split and take the left path. This route will lead you to the Rebreather, which is essential for further underwater exploration in the game.
Obtaining the Rope Gun
The Rope Gun is located in a separate cave, which becomes accessible only after you have acquired the Rebreather. The Rebreather allows you to traverse underwater sections, which are necessary to reach the cave containing the Rope Gun. The Rope Gun itself is vital for further plot progression, as it enables you to cross gaps in caves and ultimately reach other important tools like the Shovel. Specific details about the Rope Gun’s cave entrance are not provided in the source, but its dependency on the Rebreather is confirmed.
FAQ
Where is the Rebreather located? The Rebreather is located in Cave A, a dark cave found on the northern coastline of the island.
Do I need any tools to enter the Rebreather cave? Yes, you will need an axe to chop down the boarded-up entrance of the cave.
What should I bring into the Rebreather cave? It is highly recommended to bring a light source such as a torch or flashlight, and an Air Tank, which is found inside the cave near the entrance.
Can I get the Rope Gun before the Rebreather? No, the Rope Gun is located in a cave that requires the Rebreather to access its underwater sections.
What other items can I find in the Rebreather cave? Inside the Rebreather cave, you can also find an Air Tank, Flares, 9mm Ammo, The Sunset Times newspaper clipping, the Stun Gun, and a piece of the Artifact.