How to complete Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warfare: YBL-1 secret passage location

Aryan Singh
How to complete Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warfare

The Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warzone is all about delving deep into the YBL-1 bunker and uncovering a secret passage. So, here’s how to complete the task, and a shortcut you can take to make things easier.



The Shortcut task given by Handshake in Gray Zone Warfare is one of multiple quests attached to the YBL-1 bunker. In this case, the Vendor asks you to look for a secret passageway that connects to the bunker to the military stronghold that is Fort Narith.

If you’ve infiltrated the bunker before, you’ll be aware that venturing through can be a pain due to the abundance of enemies hiding inside. Dealing with them can also complicate your search for the passage.

With this in mind, here’s how you can complete the Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warfare, including the shortcut you can take to get into the bunker easily.

Gray Zone Warfare: How to complete Shortcut task

To complete the Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warfare, head inside the YBL-1 bunker and look for a passage that connects the bunker to Fort Narith. The quest will wrap up once you’ve discovered the secret passage.

No matter which entry point you access the bunker through, you will encounter enemies and maybe even some PvP. The location is packed with narrow hallways so make sure to check your sides as enemies can be lurking anywhere.

Bunker storage entrance location in Gray Zone Warfare

The YBL-1 Storage Entrance in Gray Zone Warzone is an easier way to access the bunker, and you can find it at 142 122 (map coordinates). Look for a small hole guarded by a fence and jump in to enter the bunker.

Gray Zone Warfare bunker storage entrance
The storage entrance is the best way to approach the task.

Taking the route will see you land inside the bunker storage area which can have some enemies patrolling around. But the task is comparatively easier by opting for this approach.

Secret passage location in Gray Zone Warfare

After entering the bunker from the storage entrance in Gray Zone Warfare, follow these steps to find the passage:

  1. From the entrance, head straight and take the first left.
  2. Head forward and enter the hallway towards the right.
  3. Now take the left turn, which leads to a broken staircase. The message “You will never leave this place” will be painted on the wall.
  4. Jump down to the lower level at the staircase and turn right.
  5. You’ll be able to spot a passage covered in rubble, run up to it to complete the objective.
Gray Zone Warfare bunker passage
The passage has turned into a pile of rubble.

After ticking off the objective, the Shortcut task will be complete.

Shortcut rewards in Gray Zone Warfare

Here are all the rewards for completing the Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warfare:

  • Recon vest
  • $7000
  • 1000 XP
  • +150 Reputation with Handshake

That was how to complete the Shortcut task in Gray Zone Warfare. For more on the game, check out our other guides:

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About The Author

Aryan is a Games Writer at CharlieIntel who specializes in sports and racing games, including EA Sports FC, NBA 2K, and Forza. He's also a big fan of massive RPGs such as Starfield, Elden Ring, and Cyberpunk. Aryan has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and previously wrote for sports websites Pride of London, Sportsmanor, LWOF, and Thick Accent. You can contact him at [email protected].