Rust Monument information: Satellite Dish

Satellite Dish is one of the key Rust Monuments in the game. It is perfect for the early-game push, providing players with a great place to recycle, a steady spawn of loot, and, of course, access to the blue card and blueprint fragments when they complete the green card puzzle.

In this article, we will provide you with a detailed guide to help you take over Satellite Dish and complete the green card puzzle. Read below to know more.

Rust Monument guide: Satellite Dish overview

Satellite Dish, as we stated above, is great for the early game. Providing you with a steady supply of components, scrap, and recyclables, it is suited for solos, duos, and smaller groups.

The Monument features a total of approximately 9 crates. There are chances of a military crate spawning in the core of the point of interest. We have attached an image showcasing the most common loot hotspots within the Monument.

Lastly, you need around 2-10% radiation protection to remain safe from the radiation poisoning emitted by the Monument. Primitive gear should generally sort it.

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Rust Monument guide: Satellite Dish puzzle

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you tackle the green card puzzle within Satellite Dish:

1) Head to the metal 2×1 building

First and foremost, locate the metal 2×1 building located away from the sat dishes. This is where you will find the fusebox. Insert the fuse and proceed to head to the back of the 2×1 building to locate the switch. Flick the switch to turn on the fuse timer.

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2) Head to the other metal 2×1 building

Next, locate the second 2×1 building under one of the massive dishes within the Monument. It will be located on the exact opposite side of the first building, across the core.

Here, you can swipe your Green Card and gain access to the building.

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3) Get the blue card

Once you’ve gained entry, you will find a blue card and a blueprint fragment on top of the table inside the room, and two loot crates. Loot all of them and proceed to exit the Monument.

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That’s everything we have to share for our Rust Monument guide for Satellite Dish

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