The Great Tarkov Airdrop Crate Glue Conspiracy [UPDATED]

Have you ever come across an airdrop crate in Escape From Tarkov that just won’t open? You might be wondering if there's some secret trick to it or if it's just another classic Tarkov bug. Well, my friends, let me introduce you to the return of the infamous Elmer's Glue Gang! Here’s what you need to know (and how to solve the issue).

UPDATE 11/10/24: after further investigation it seems that the bug is related to scav raids only.

It all started with a Reddit post that brought this peculiar problem into the spotlight: airdrop crates that simply refuse to open. Players across Tarkov have been finding these stubborn crates, unable to peek inside or grab any loot. Naturally, the community had to put their own spin on it.

Reddit Reactions: The Glue Chronicles

On Reddit, the players were quick to provide some explanations for these sealed crates. A cheeky user admitted, "I glued it shut, sorry." Others joined in, like another user commented, "I heard someone glued it shut and you can't open it without a certain melee weapon, sorry."

Then there was someone who pointed out something even more suspicious: "I went to the local Ultra mall and every single store was out of glue. I don’t know if it’s related or not, I just wanted to share." And let’s not forget another player joked, "New boss, Gluehar." Classic Reddit shenanigans at their finest.

The Mysterious Elmer's Glue Gang

The speculation didn’t stop there. Some players have suggested that the infamous Elmer's Glue Gang has returned, pulling off elaborate glue heists and sealing up the goods. One user claimed, "Oh, they glue those down so you cannot get into them actually." Another, added some humor, saying, "I saw a glue sniffer running around the other day. He might have spilled some and glued it shut." It’s clear that everyone is having a bit of fun with this, whether they’re the culprits or just amused spectators.

A Workaround for the Glued Crates

While the real reason behind this sticky situation remains shrouded in mystery, I do have a workaround for you! As one player mentioned, force-quitting EFT by pressing ALT+F4, restarting the game, and rejoining the abandoned raid allows you to finally open the crate and grab the loot inside.

The EFT Community Spirit: Embracing the Chaos

In true Tarkov spirit, players have turned a frustrating bug into something memorable and entertaining. Whether it’s memes about needing a blowtorch or the ongoing jokes about the return of the Elmer's Glue Gang, the community finds a way to laugh through the chaos. After all, there’s no better way to cope with Tarkov’s unpredictable world than by embracing it—glue, jokes, and all. And if we ever figure out who’s really behind all this glue, you’ll be the first to know!

BTW, if you have more info or any suggestions on how to solve the bug, feel free to let us know in the comments.

11/10/24 UPDATE: After further investigations, it appears that the bug happens when a player joins as a scav a raid where an airdrop crate is already present on the map (either on the ground or still dropping from the sky). This seems to bug the crate for the player scav, making it unlootable. Force-quitting by pressing ALT+F4 and rejoining the abandoned raid is confirmed to correct this.