Stuck inside the Spire of Clockwork in Crimson Desert? You’re not alone. This towering clockwork beast confuses even seasoned players — but once you know the steps, it’s incredibly satisfying to conquer. Here’s everything you need to crack it fast.
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How to Unlock the Spire of Clockwork
Before you even step inside, you need the Spire of Clockwork Key. The key is obtained after completing Chapter 8: Blood Coronation — you fight the final boss as Damiane, and the key drops as a reward. GameRant Don’t waste time trying to force your way in earlier; the gate simply won’t budge.
The Spire itself is located directly east of Demeniss City. Since inventory is shared across all characters, Kliff can use the key Damiane earned to open the door.
Step-by-Step Puzzle Solution
| Step | Action | Key Tip |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enter the Spire & pull Yellow Lever 1 | Jump and pull downward |
| 2 | Climb spinning gears to Floor 2 | Use Axiom Force for tricky jumps |
| 3 | Pull Yellow Lever 2 on Floor 2 | Aim for the centre of the lever |
| 4 | Beware the glitchy staircase | Walk slowly, hug the centre |
| 5 | Grab the hidden chest (upper left) | Easy to miss — don’t skip it! |
| 6 | Exit through the spinning dial gap | Go left on the catwalk outside |
| 7 | Press wall button to call elevator | Takes you to the very summit |
| 8 | Interact with the Abyss Gate | Unlocks fast travel + Abyss realm |
One thing to be aware of: there is a set of stairs that can glitch players through the geometry if approached carelessly. Take them slowly and avoid clipping the edges — getting stuck means restarting from an earlier point.
What Do You Get at the Top?
Completing the Spire of Clockwork is less about loot and more about unlocking progression pathways — it acts as a gateway to deeper Abyss content tied to late-game challenges and endgame areas. Nerds Chalk It also counts toward the Lands Meet the Sky challenge, pushing you closer to the Conqueror of Spires trophy. Vault
If you’re hunting all 8 Spires in the game, check out our Crimson Desert complete beginner’s guide on TechnoSports and our best open-world RPGs to play in 2025 for what to play next
FAQs
Q: Can I enter the Spire of Clockwork before Chapter 8?
No — the gate is locked until you complete A Fleeting Dream and receive the key as a quest reward.
Q: What is Axiom Force and do I need it here?
Yes! Axiom Force is essential for reaching moving gear platforms, as normal jumps simply won’t carry you far enough
