The Operation Anchorage DLC for Fallout 3 takes players out of the traditional Capital Wasteland and drops them into a snowy military simulation of historical Alaskan combat. Beyond the main objective of liberating the region from invading forces, diligent explorers can hunt down ten hidden intel terminals scattered across the map. Finding all of these briefcases awards the player with the Covert Ops perk, which provides a permanent bonus to your sneak, small guns, and lockpick skills.
Initial Intel in the Guns of Anchorage Mission
The first few intelligence briefcases are located early in the simulation during the assault on the Chinese artillery positions. You can find the first terminal inside the very first bunker structure you enter after crossing the high cliffs. The second piece of intel sits on a desk inside the command tent situated right before you reach the massive overlooking guns.
Securing these early terminals requires a careful approach because active firefights can easily distract you from thorough exploration. Players should ensure they clear the immediate area of hostile soldiers before systematically checking adjacent rooms and storage shelves. Gathering these items sets a strong foundation for unlocking the valuable gameplay perks at the end of the simulation.
Tracking Terminals in the Paving the Way Phase
Once you transition to the open-world portion of the simulation, your squad is tasked with securing the local listening post and mining town. The listening post contains two distinct intelligence packages hidden across its multiple industrial floors. One briefcase is located behind a locked door in the lower maintenance tunnels, while another rests near the primary communications array upstairs.
The nearby mining town holds additional secrets that require players to venture off the main dirt paths. You can find another terminal hidden inside an abandoned residential cabin near the edge of the snowy cliffs. Checking these areas carefully ensures that no collectables are left behind before advancing to the final assault.
Final Briefcases in the Operation Anchorage Campaign
The remaining intelligence terminals are located within the heavily fortified Chinese headquarter compound during the final push. One briefcase is tucked away inside a security checkpoint room just past the primary energy shield barrier. The final piece of military intel rests on a metal table inside General Jingwei's personal command pavilion.
Players must interact with all ten terminals before completing the final confrontation with the enemy general. Once the simulation ends and you return to the wasteland outpost, the game evaluates your collection progress. Achieving a complete set triggers the specialized perk that enhances your character's overall survival efficiency.
