Exploring The Forest: Opening A Boat In Nature

The Forest is an open-world survival horror game developed by Endnight Games. In the game, players can find an abandoned boat, or yacht, in a bay on the southwestern coast of the peninsula. The yacht contains supplies but is dangerous to access due to sharks in the surrounding waters. To open the locked door on the boat, players need to obtain a keycard. There are different ways to obtain the keycard, including defeating the final boss, Megan Cross, or choosing the non-cannon ending.

The boat in the forest is locked and requires a keycard to enter

To obtain the keycard, you must progress to the endgame and defeat the final boss, Megan Cross. After defeating Megan, you will need to choose the non-cannon ending and place her body in the first artifact. She will then drop the keycard.

It is important to note that the gold keycard is different from the employee keycard, and it will not open the Vault Door entryway to the lab. The gold keycard will grant you access to the locked door on the yacht, as well as security doors within the Sahara Laboratory.

Additionally, the choices you make near the conclusion of the story will determine how you use the keycard. You may use it to access an artifact on the yacht, or you may need to return to the endgame cave to use it.

The yacht is located in a bay on the southwestern coast of the Peninsula. It contains supplies, but accessing it can be dangerous due to the presence of sharks in the surrounding waters. It is recommended to have a small raft or boat to reach the yacht safely.

You can obtain the keycard by defeating the final boss, Megan Cross

Defeating Megan Cross, the final boss, is crucial to obtaining the keycard and unlocking the boat in "The Forest." Here are some detailed tips to help you take down Megan and get your hands on that keycard:

Megan Cross, the Final Boss:

Megan Cross, the daughter of Mathew Cross, is the formidable final boss you must face in "The Forest." She has a range of devastating attacks and an alarming amount of health, so preparing for this battle is essential.

Armor and Inventory:

Before taking on Megan, ensure you have full creepy armor or max out your bone armor. Additionally, stock up on healing items, food, and either money or sodas to maintain your energy and thirst levels.

Weapons and Tactics:

Explosives are your best friend when facing Megan. They will stun her, giving you an opportunity to deal melee damage or throw a Molotov cocktail. Fire arrows, flare rounds, and the flare gun are also effective for stunning her. If you're playing on hard mode, be extra cautious as flame weapons are less effective, and Megan is faster and more powerful.

Megan's attacks include swiping with her legs when you're close, striking in a rolling motion, leaping at you from a distance, charging at you when you're far away, and spinning aggressively when you're at a moderate distance. Her most vulnerable moment is when she stops to spawn mutant babies, giving you a chance to attack.

Obtaining the Keycard:

To obtain the keycard, defeat Megan Cross and proceed to pick up her body. Take her body to the Resurrection Obelisk, where you can finish your quest to save your son.

Remember, this is an endgame scenario, so make sure you're well-prepared before entering the final area. Good luck, and may you unlock that boat door!

Alternatively, you can obtain the keycard by choosing the non-cannon ending

To open the locked door on the boat in The Forest, you need the gold keycard. This can be obtained by defeating the final boss, Megan Cross, and choosing the non-cannon ending.

In this ending, you will need to kill Megan and put her body in the first artifact, and she will drop the keycard. The gold keycard will then allow you to access the boat and the locked door within it.

It is worth noting that choosing this alternative ending will not grant you the achievement for finishing the game. Additionally, the boat and its surrounding area are dangerous locations, with sharks in the waters and frequent cannibal patrols. However, the boat can be a useful backup location or temporary hideout when overwhelmed on the shore.

The boat contains supplies, but it is dangerous to access due to sharks in the surrounding waters

Sharks are hostile and will attack if you come too close. They can be seen swimming from a distance due to their dark shape in the water. If you get too close, a shark will charge and bite you, dealing 55 points of damage, regardless of any armour worn. However, you can dodge a bite by jerking to the left as the shark tries to bite you. Sharks can be killed from the shore or any platform out of the water with 2-3 arrows or 1-2 spears.

If you are playing the PC version of the game, setting the ocean quality to flat makes it easier to spot sharks and other underwater creatures. You can also change the ocean quality to "Flat" in the Options > Graphics settings to make it easier to see the sharks.

The house boat is another option for travelling safely on the water. It offers protection from sharks and provides a place to rest and store items. You can also build upon the house boat, adding structures such as walls, floors, and furniture to customise and maximise your space.

To anchor the house boat, hold down the E key for 2-3 seconds. This will keep the boat in place until the anchor is removed. This is useful if you need to take a break or explore the area.

If you are unable to build a raft or acquire a house boat, you can try to swim to the boat. However, be extremely cautious of the sharks and try to maintain a safe distance. Keep in mind that the boat may be challenging to access, and the journey may be dangerous.

The boat's interior is cramped and has limited building potential

The yacht's small size and limited functionality as a base make it challenging to use for an extended period. Players may need to be creative in how they utilise the space and consider what items and structures are most essential for their survival. It is also important to note that cannibals frequently patrol the area, especially if the yacht was a crash location. As a result, players will likely experience frequent attacks if they choose to build their base on the ground nearby.

One strategy to overcome the limited space and security concerns is to build a tiny base on the island behind the yacht, which is out of reach of the cannibals. This way, players can use the yacht as a backup location or temporary shelter when under attack, taking advantage of the fact that cannibals cannot swim out to the boat.

Additionally, the presence of sharks in the surrounding waters further complicates the use of the yacht as a base. Players will need to construct a small raft to safely travel back and forth between the yacht and the shore or nearby island, adding to the overall challenge of surviving in this location.

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