How do you get the Bolt Press in Outbound?

The Bolt Press is unlocked via Satellite Download at signal towers in Starting Level. It costs 7x Scrap Metal to build.

Building

Bolt Press

Bolt Press is a building piece in Outbound. Turn your scrap metal into bolts for your next big project. Build from 7× Scrap Metal. Also a production station with 1 recipe.

Last updated Jun 22, 2026 (Build 902)

How to Unlock

Satellite DownloadBolt Press

Allows you to press sturdy metal bolts for when something needs tightening.

Region:Starting Level

Found in Pool 1 Key Units (pick 3)

Alongside: Nailer, Metal Smelter

Available at 3 signal towers in Starting Level

Where to Find It

Discover signal towers in Starting Level to collect download vouchers. 3 of 20 downloads offer the Pool 1 Key Units, which contains Bolt Press. Markers show approximate locations.

View all towers on the interactive map

Crafting Costs

Scrap Metal× 7

Production Recipes

7s per cycle1 recipe

Input

Scrap Metal×2

Output

Bolts×1

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