Delta Force Zero Dam Extraction: Full Guide to Secret Areas and Loot

Delta Force’s Extraction mode offers a wealth of exciting gameplay experiences, especially when it comes to exploring hidden areas packed with rare loot. One of the most popular maps, Zero Dam, is filled with secret areas that hold valuable rewards like gold-tier armor, exclusive weapon skins, and collectibles. In this guide, we’ll break down all the hidden spots, walk you through how to unlock these areas, and explain the best ways to maximize your loot collection in Zero Dam. Whether you’re hunting for hidden protocol crates or unique weapon skins, this comprehensive guide will ensure you make the most out of your time on this map.

Overview of Zero Dam’s Secret Areas

Zero Dam is a large and complex map, offering multiple hidden areas that contain high-tier loot. Throughout the map, players will encounter Secret Protocol Crates (SPC) that provide valuable items like gold vests, backpacks, and exclusive weapon skins for guns like the M4, P90, and M249.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Five SPC crates containing gold armor pieces and weapon skins.
• Additional crates and loot from hidden missions and boss fights.

Let’s dive into the details of where to find each secret crate and how to unlock them.

Secret Protocol Crate #1: M4 Skin

The first SPC crate is located on the Zero Dam structure itself and rewards you with an exclusive M4 weapon skin. This crate requires you to complete a jump puzzle.

1. Location: The jump puzzle starts on the dam, as indicated on your map.
2. Steps:
   • Head up a ladder to reach the dam.
   • Follow the concrete ledge around the dam structure.
   • When you reach a green area, look for a dagger symbol pointing downward. This is a clue to drop down.
   • Behind you is the first SPC crate, marked as D1.
3. Extraction: Once you grab the crate, extract safely to unlock the skin. Keep in mind that you can’t store this in your safe box—it must be carried in your backpack during extraction.

Secret Protocol Crate #2: Gold Backpack

The second SPC crate, which contains a gold backpack, is located in the southeast area of the map inside a bunker. This mission involves completing a breach specialist contract.r

1. Find the Contract: Head inside the bunker and accept the Breach Specialist Contract.
2. Complete the Mission:
   • Exit the bunker and head to a second, nearby bunker marked on your map.
   • Enter through a hatch or steps and place C4 on the mission door.
   • Defend against AI enemies while the door explodes.
3. Reward: Inside the room, you will find SPC crate D2, which contains the gold backpack. Once collected, you can only claim this reward once, after which it will give 5,000 credits for future extractions.

Secret Protocol Crate #3: Gold Helmet

The third SPC crate, rewarding players with a gold helmet, requires a more complex puzzle involving key cards spread across the map.

1. Starting Point: Begin at the construction site on the west of the map.
2. Solve the Puzzle:
   • Enter a building that requires you to solve a keypad puzzle. Listen to the beep code or check the numbers marked on the building itself. Enter the correct code to open the door.
   • Inside, collect the first key card.
   • Use this key card to open a nearby bunker.
   • Collect a second key card from inside the bunker.
   • Finally, head to the substation to collect the third key card from an elevated red container.

1. Unlock the Final Room: Use the final key card to enter the last room in this puzzle chain, located east of the substation. Inside, you’ll find SPC crate D3 containing the gold helmet.
2. Bonus: While here, grab an extra key card for your next adventure in the LLY Grove map.

Secret Protocol Crate #4: Gold Vest

The fourth SPC crate, which holds a gold vest, is hidden in another bunker at the construction site. This crate requires you to find numbers written in Morse code throughout the area.

1. Find the Codes:
   • The first number is next to the door where you start. It’s marked in Morse code and corresponds to the number 6.
   • The second number is located on a pillar in the nearby tunnel and is marked as 7.
   • The third number is found in the admin building’s tunnel system, marked as 9.
2. Unlock the Bunker: Return to the bunker and enter the code 5679 (try brute forcing the last number if needed).
3. Reward: Inside, you’ll find SPC crate D4 containing the gold vest.

Secret Protocol Crate #5: P90 Skin

The fifth and final SPC crate on Zero Dam holds a rare P90 skin. To unlock this crate, you’ll need to head back to the bunker where the Breach Specialist mission was completed.

1. Hidden Passage: In the bunker, find an area with red lighting underneath the floor. Crawl through this passage to reach a hidden door with a keypad.
2. Code: The code is 1470, which opens the door each time.
3. Reward: Inside, you’ll find SPC crate D5 containing the exclusive P90 skin.

Bonus Loot: M249 Skin from Boss Fight

In addition to the SPC crates, there is another special loot drop on Zero Dam: a crate containing an M249 skin. This loot comes from defeating the boss SED, located in the admin building.

1. SED Boss Fight:
   • Find and defeat the boss in the admin building.
   • Check his loot, as he may drop a crate with the M249 skin.
   • This drop is available in normal and confidential modes, but the boss does not always carry it.
2. Extraction: Once you have the skin, extract safely to unlock it for future use.

Bank Vault: Accessing Extra Loot and Gold Bars

The bank vault on Zero Dam holds some of the most valuable loot on the map, including gold bars worth over 300,000 credits. There are two different ways to access the vault:

1. Wall Breaker Mission:
   • When the map loads, check if your intro video shows the AA site firing. If not, you can complete the Wall Breaker mission by taking the contract located at the AA site.
   • Fire the rockets, which will open a secret area inside the dam. Head over and drill into the bank vault to access the loot.
   • The bank vault contains safes and gold bars scattered around the floor.
2. Pre-Opened Vault:
   • If your intro video shows the AA site firing, the vault will already be open. You can rush in without needing the mission, though the safes will remain locked.
   • This method allows for a quick collection of loot and gold bars without any mission requirements.

Conclusion

Exploring Zero Dam in Delta Force’s extraction mode offers a thrilling hunt for secret areas and high-value loot. From exclusive weapon skins to gold-tier armor, this map is packed with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. By following this guide, you’ll know exactly where to find each Secret Protocol Crate and how to complete the various missions required to unlock them. Don’t miss the opportunity to collect valuable items and increase your chances of success in future extractions.

FAQs

1. Can I farm the gold-tier items in Zero Dam?
   No, gold-tier items like the gold vest, helmet, and backpack can only be claimed once. After that, the crates will award credits instead.
2. Do I need to extract to unlock weapon skins?
   Yes, you must extract successfully with the crate to unlock the weapon skin. These crates cannot be placed in your safe box and must be carried in your backpack.
3. How do I get the M249 skin?
   The M249 skin is a drop from the boss SED in the admin building. Defeat him and check his loot for the crate containing the skin.
4. What happens if I fail to extract with a crate?
   If you fail to extract, you lose the crate and its contents. Ensure you’re well-prepared before attempting to leave the map.
5. Is the bank vault always accessible?
   The bank vault can either be opened via the Wall Breaker mission or be pre-opened depending on the intro video you receive when loading the map.