What is the Drone Archive Key in Slime Rancher 2

Here's a quick rundown on what the Drone Archive Key does in Slime Rancher 2, in case you've unlocked it and don't know what to do next.

There’s a lot to do in Slime Rancher 2, and as you venture through the world, Viktor, Mochi, Ogden, Thora, and Bob will contact you via the in-game Comm Station. This is one way to unlock new things at the Fabricator. You may have encountered the Drone Archive Key if you’re already pretty deep in the story. So, what does the Drone Archive Key do in Slime Rancher 2?

What Does the Drone Archive Key do in Slime Rancher 2

The Drone Archive Key unlocks the Archived Log dialog screens from the Research Drones, revealing more of the story in Slime Rancher 2. When you have the Drone Archive Key, you can interact with a Research Drone and press X to view the Archived Log.

The Archive Key utilizes Miles Tech decryption algorithms to unlock access to archived logs on Research Drones.

Where to Find the Drone Archive Key in Slime Rancher 2

The Drone Archive Key is given to players by Mochi Miles at the Comm Station after popping the Flutter Gordo in southern Starlight Strand.

After defeating the Flutter Gordo by feeding it 25 Moondew Nectar, players will have access to a new cave. The cave contains a Pod with the Starlight Strand Portal. You’ll also notice some new messages at the Comm Station when you return to The Conservatory. Speak with Mochi Miles, and that’s how to unlock the Drone Archive Key.

Screenshot via Gamer Digest/Slime Rancher 2

The Drone Archive Key can be crafted at The Fabricator for the following materials:

  • 1500 Newbucks
  • 20 Fire Plort
  • 10 Lava Dust
  • 20 Hunter Plort
  • 20 Jellystone
  • 1 Drone Archive Key
Slime Rancher 2 - Drone Archive Key - Fabricator
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That’s everything you need to know about where to find the Drone Archive Key and what it does in Slime Rancher 2.

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