Granny 4 Keys Explained
Keys are some of the most important items in Granny 4. They unlock rooms, safes, escape routes, and special areas throughout the map. Without the right key, progress can come to a complete stop — and since item placement changes with every playthrough, knowing what each key does (and where to start looking) saves you critical time.
Weapon Key
The Weapon Key unlocks the weapon locker, giving you access to tools that help you fend off Granny, Grandpa, and Slendrina during a chase.
Where to look: Weapon lockers are usually found in utility rooms, garages, or basement areas. The key itself tends to spawn in drawers, kitchen cabinets, or on shelves near the locker room — but placement is randomized each game, so check nearby storage first before searching the whole map.
Tip: Grab this key early if you’re struggling with enemy encounters, since the tools inside only temporarily stun enemies rather than defeat them permanently. For a full breakdown of what’s inside the locker, see our Weapons Guide.
Car Key
The Car Key is required for the vehicle escape route — one of the most reliable ways to leave the house once you’ve gathered what you need.
Where to look: Check the garage, entryway drawers, or key hooks near the front of the house first. Some presets hide it in a bedroom nightstand or inside the car itself (glovebox or trunk), so don’t skip checking the vehicle.
Tip: Confirm the car actually has fuel or isn’t sabotaged before committing to this route — some game modes require an extra step (like a battery or fuel can) before the car escape becomes usable.
Safe Key
This key opens a locked safe that often contains a critical item needed for progression — sometimes another key, sometimes a puzzle piece for a different escape route.
Where to look: Safes are typically in a study, office, or bedroom. The Safe Key itself is often hidden in nearby drawers, bookshelves, or disguised containers in the same room as the safe.
Tip: If you find the safe before the key, make a mental note of its location so you’re not backtracking across the map once you do find the key.
Playhouse Key
The Playhouse Key unlocks the Playhouse area outside the main house, where players can find useful puzzle items and objects tied to certain escape routes.
Where to look: This key usually spawns somewhere in the main house — kitchen drawers, bedroom dressers, or hallway cabinets are common spots. The Playhouse itself is typically located in the yard or garden area outside.
Tip: Don’t ignore the Playhouse once you’re inside — it often holds items that aren’t duplicated anywhere else in the main house, so a full sweep is worth the time.
Special Key
The Special Key grants access to unique, often optional areas that can contain rare items, hidden secrets, or shortcuts not required for every escape route.
Where to look: Because this key unlocks a less common area, it tends to be hidden in out-of-the-way spots — attics, locked closets, or rooms you might otherwise skip. Search areas you haven’t fully explored yet.
Tip: If you’re speedrunning or focused purely on escaping fast, this key is often skippable — but it’s worth grabbing if you’re exploring for hidden items or achievements.
Master Key
The Master Key is usually one of the final items needed to complete certain escape routes, and it consistently ranks as one of the most valuable items in the game — it’s listed as an S-tier, must-have item in our Best Items Ranked guide.
Where to look: Because it’s a high-value item, the Master Key tends to be well-hidden — locked drawers, high shelves, or rooms guarded by patrol patterns are common. It may also require solving a puzzle or collecting another item first, depending on the preset.
Tip: Prioritize finding this key once you’ve handled the basics (weapons, initial escape items), since many endgame routes are gated behind it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many keys are in Granny 4?
There are six main keys in Granny 4: the Weapon Key, Car Key, Safe Key, Playhouse Key, Special Key, and Master Key. Not every key is required for every escape route — which ones you need depends on which route you’re attempting.
Are key locations random in Granny 4?
Yes. Item and key locations are randomized each playthrough, so a key that appeared in a kitchen drawer in one game might appear in a completely different room the next time. Checking common spots — drawers, cabinets, shelves, and hidden compartments — is more reliable than memorizing fixed locations.
Which key should I look for first?
Most players prioritize the Weapon Key early for survivability, then work toward whichever key unlocks their intended escape route (Car Key for the vehicle route, Master Key for routes that require it late-game).
Final Thoughts
Learning what each key unlocks helps players plan their escape and avoid wasting valuable time searching the wrong areas. Once you’ve got the keys sorted, check out our Hammer Guide and Hidden Item Locations posts to round out your item knowledge before your next run.
