Here is a guide on how to get a can opener (in English: Can Opener) in Sons of the Forest and where to find it on the map.
You need the can opener in Sons of the Forest to open canned food and gain access to additional food such as cat food.
The can opener is not an essential item that would leave you stranded in the main story, like the key cards. However, this small item can easily help you acquire more food.
Where can I find a can opener?
There are a total of 3 locations on the map where you can find a can opener. There is no specific order that you need to follow. It’s enough if you visit one of the 3 locations to secure a can opener.

How do I find a can opener? At the red marker, you will find two tents in the snowy surroundings. Next to one of the two, various items lie in the snow, including the can opener.
The yellow marker leads you to the coast. At this location, you will find a can opener, as well as a soda and a watch.
The blue marker shows you an abandoned camp. Orient yourself by the waterfall; next to it is the camp full of loot. Among the items, there is also a can opener. The item is located next to a corpse. Additionally, you can find the following items in the camp:
- 2x supply cases
- 4x liquor
- food
- 2x watch
- 2x rope
- 2x laptop (circuit boards)
- 4x golf balls
What are the requirements for the can opener? To get a can opener, you do not need any tools and do not have to meet any requirements.
How do I use the can opener?
How do I open a can? Open your inventory with the “I” key. Select the item in the inventory by right-clicking it. Also, right-click the can you wish to open. Then go to the gear icon, and the can will be opened.
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