With the launch of Warzone 2.0, Activision introduced an entirely new open-world extraction mode called DMZ, set across 16 different sectors of the expansive battleground Al Mazrah. After just two months, DMZ has already amassed over 15 million players according to estimates, as gamers are drawn to the unparalleled freedom of its sandbox environments. Among the many secrets hidden throughout Al Mazrah are valuable keys that unlock exclusive rewards. One such key is the Police Academy Private Locker Room Key, a rare find that unlocks a stash of elite loot.
In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll break down everything you need to know about locating this coveted key and the prizes within the police locker room.
Introduction to DMZ: A Radical New Warzone Game Mode
DMZ represents a dramatic shift for the traditionally battle royale-focused Warzone franchise. Instead of a closing circle, DMZ matches center around infiltrating Al Mazrah‘s sprawling city streets, dense neighborhoods, and open desert to complete objectives, vanquish AI foes, and successfully extract with your chosen loot.
Players assemble into teams of up to three operators. You begin each match by selecting a customizable loadout of both weapons and equipment. Permadeath is not enabled, so you respawn if killed. Importantly, any rewards you extract with are persistent – you retain all weapons, gear, and currency between matches.
This creates intense risk-reward gameplay as you push to find rare items but must exfiltrate safely to keep them. Below we‘ll examine one such high-tier prize: the Police Academy‘s locked loot room.
Overview of DMZ Gameplay and Mechanics
The goal across DMZ‘s Open World, High Value Target, and Raid variations is to complete objectives while navigating and looting Al Mazrah‘s sprawling areas:
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Missions – Side objectives that award resources, keys, and more. Includes elimination targets, secure intel, and destroying supplies.
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Strongholds – High risk, high reward dungeons defended by multiple elite AI enemies who drop specialized gear upon defeat.
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Contacts – Friendly AI characters who dispense missions in exchange for commission fees. Earn enough trust to unlock powerful rewards.
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Extractions – Designated exfil points you must reach to safely leave with all acquired loot. Call for a helicopter or armored transport to escape.
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Inventory – Persistent across matches. Store weapons, equipment, keys, intel, and resources. Craft items and customize loadouts.
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Progression – Unlock perks, additional gear, vehicles, and abilities by gaining XP and completing challenges.
Now let‘s navigate to the coveted Police Academy locker room itself within Al Mazrah‘s sprawling concrete jungle.
Navigating to the Police Academy in Al Mazrah
Al Mazrah comprises a massive playable area across downtown city districts, suburban neighborhoods, an airport, and open desert wilderness. It‘s divided into 16 distinct sectors labeled A-P.
The Police Academy can be found within Sector E of central Al Mazrah City. Look for the large multi-story building just south of the TV Station POI and north of Al Sharim Pass.
Police Academy situated in central eastern Sector E of Al Mazrah
This district features winding streets and allies so stay vigilant when approaching. Clear any hostile AI forces in the area before entering the academy grounds.
Pass through the main motorized gates and proceed into the U-shaped driveway encircling the main entrance. The locker room itself is not actually within the academy walls. You must head south across the street into a smaller annex structure.
Infiltrating the Police Academy Locker Room
This otherwise anonymous building adjacent to the academy holds a secret – a locked high-tier loot room. Enter and navigate up the stairwell to a hallway lined with distinctive orange doors.
Peer down the corridor and you‘ll notice a single locker situated along the back wall, bathed in a ray of light beaming through a window. This mundane locker contains top-grade contraband, but only for those wielding the right key.
The inconspicuous locker room harboring valuable weapon blueprints
Interact with the locker once you acquire the Police Academy Private Locker Room Key, and watch as it automatically unlocks to reveal two boxes inside.
This key is the only way to unlock the trove of rewards within: two exclusive weapon blueprints every DMZ looter desperately craves.
Finding Al Mazrah‘s Coveted Locker Room Key
While there are a few potential methods, randomness plays a major role in obtaining the locker room key. Here are some proven techniques:
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Eliminating Heavy and High Value Targets – The most dangerous AI enemies have a small chance to drop keys upon defeat.
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Completing Faction Missions – Certain multi-stage missions reward keys, including "Seize Asset," "Deny Intels," and "Eliminate HVTs."
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Searching Supply Boxes – Looting locked containers found at POIs can produce keys.
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Clearing Strongholds – End-game dungeons filled with enemies who may hold keys.
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Checking Buildings – Scour desks, shelves, and floors within structures for potential spawns.
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Personal Buy Station – Use currency to purchase loot from the inventory, which refreshes after extracting.
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Hidden Caches – Seek out secret stashes defended by AI for jackpots of gear.
Tenacity and persistence are vital, as the Police Academy key can materialize when you least expect it. I once found it on a random enemy body after a Supply Chopper crashed!
Now let‘s unbox the academy locker room‘s two exclusive weapon blueprints.
Police Academy Locker Contents: M13B Rifle Blueprint
Upon unlocking the locker, you‘ll discover two sealed weapon blueprint boxes. Interact to automatically open the crates.
The first holds the M13B assault rifle blueprint, complete with a suite of pre-configured attachments. This automatic bullpup rifle platform excels in mid-long range engagements with minimal recoil.
The M13B rifle blueprint‘s tailored attachments increase stability
The included modifications improve aiming stability and steadiness for ranged battles across Al Mazrah‘s open deserts and elevated hillsides:
- Cronen LP945 Mini Red Dot for precise sighting
- FSS Bullseye compensator to mitigate recoil
- FSS Ensign ELF-V stock for aiming and mobility
- FSS Tac-Wrap handle for added control
This customized M13B blueprint is ideal for filling your medium distance capability gap when running a sniper/SMG loadout.
Police Academy Locked Crate #2: BAS-P SMG Blueprint
Cracking open the locker room‘s second box grants the BAS-P submachine gun blueprint. With an emphasis on mobility and handling, this BAS-P variant is purpose-built for CQB engagements.
The BAS-P SMG blueprint excels in close quarters firing
Configuration highlights include:
- Cronen Mini Pro optic for quick target acquisition
- FSS Sharkfin 90 barrel for maneuverability
- FSS Close Quarters stock to boost ADS and walking speed
- Stip-40 grip tape for added recoil control
- Sleight of Hand perk for faster reloads
Between the tailored M13B and BAS-P blueprints, the Police Academy key provides access to extremely formidable weapons you won‘t find anywhere else. They are perfect complements for DMZ‘s frenetic, ever-changing firefights.
Additional DMZ Key Guides and Resources
While the Police Academy locker room is a major highlight, it is just one of many loot dungeons accessible via keys dotted around Al Mazrah. Be sure to also check out guides covering the following major DMZ keys:
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Omar‘s Auto Repair Key – Unlocks a secluded garage loaded with rare vehicle upgrades and mods.
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CH7 Editorial Department Key – Grants rooftop access to an office building‘s supply cache.
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Clock Repair Tools Key – Opens a certain stronghold reward box containing powerful killstreaks.
For more DMZ guides, tips, and resources, check out the links below:
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DMZ Strategy Guide – Overview of optimal meta tactics and loadouts.
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10 DMZ Loadout Recommendations – Build lists for all playstyles.
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DMZ: 6 Tips to Survive as a Beginner – Essential advice for new players.
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Analyzing the Al Mazrah Map – Explore all districts and points of interest.
Mastering Warzone’s all-new DMZ mode takes time and dedication. But the unparalleled freedom of its open world, coupled with the lure of elite loot like the Police Academy locker room, offers an experience that no battle royale can match. Happy hunting!
