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Fallout: New Vegas Hints

How can I get to the tunnels without using the elevator?

  • 1 of 7: Go down the stairs near the elevator to reach the Oxygen Recycling level, then go down more stairs to get to the Food Production level and then the Common Areas level.
  • 2 of 7: Go east through a door to reach the upper walkway in a large room, then cross to its other side and turn left to find a door that leads to some stairs.
  • 3 of 7: On the lower floor, kill any nearby spore carriers, then look on the north side of the room for a door labeled "QUARTERS." It's locked, and you'll have to have a Lockpick skill of 50 or higher to pick it open.
  • 4 of 7: Past it, open the first door on the left and kill the spore carriers in the room. Look on the shelves to find the Vault 22 Cave Door Keycard.
  • 5 of 7: Retrace your steps to the upper walkway, then go back to the Food Production level.
  • 6 of 7: Go up the stairs and turn right, then go to the end of the hallway and look for a door just to the right of you.
  • 7 of 7: Go through that door and cross the room, then use the terminal to unlock the door to the cave tunnels.