The Halloween Spotlight Event in Michael’s Zombies is one of the most complex crossover updates yet, adding a new multi-step questline that can help you get limited-time exclusive collectibles. To earn both the Rune and the Key, you need to complete a scavenger hunt across different maps, shoot colored pumpkins, activate the Pack-a-Punch machine, and use clues to unlock a mysterious safe. So, to help you do that, here's a complete guide covering every location, requirement, and tip to make this easier.
How to Get Rune in Michael’s Zombies – Halloween Spotlight Event
The Rune Challenge requires activating and using the Pack-a-Punch machine on the Hallow’s Eve 2024 map. Once you shoot all seven colored pumpkins, the Pack-a-Punch unlocks near the underground area close to spawn. Upgrade a weapon for 4,500 Cash, then return to spawn and trade it to the Merchant NPC to receive the Rune Badge.
Steps to Get the Rune:
- Join the Hallow’s Eve 2025 map.
- Find and shoot all 7 colored pumpkins across the map.
- Collect at least 4,500 points by defeating zombies.
- Head to the underground area near spawn to access the Pack-a-Punch machine.
- Upgrade any weapon, then trade it to the Merchant near spawn.
- You’ll receive the Rune Badge for completing this challenge.
After you’ve earned the Rune, you can begin the Key Challenge.
All Pumpkin Locations in Michael’s Zombies
There are seven pumpkins total, each with a distinct color and a nearby sign to help identify them. You’ll need to shoot them all to activate the Pack-a-Punch. So, here's each of their locations and how to spot them:
| Pumpkin Color | Location | How to Find |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Pumpkin | Near spawn | On top of the blue house beside the spawn area. Look for a blue pumpkin sign on the road. |
| Yellow Pumpkin | Garage area (2,000 pts zone) | Inside the first garage after unlocking the next zone. A red pumpkin sign marks the spot. |
| Green Pumpkin | Left-side residential area (3,000 pts zone) | Walk left from the new zone and look for the green pumpkin sign. It’s beside a house. |
| White Pumpkin | Hill area (2,500 pts zone) | Follow the street uphill, then turn right at the white pumpkin sign. It’s on a rock nearby. |
| Orange Pumpkin | Graveyard near the Church (3,000 pts zone) | Found behind the church’s graveyard. Look for the orange glow. |
| Black Pumpkin | Cliffside near Church | Move downhill from the church and look off the cliff. The black pumpkin sits above a cave. Shoot while falling. |
| Purple Pumpkin | Underground near Lever area | Close to the spawn, near the stairs and lever area. Look right while going up the stairs to spot it. |
After all the pumpkins are shot, the Pack-a-Punch machine will be ready. Take your weapon and upgrade it, then trade it with the Merchant, and the Rune is yours.
How to Get Key in Michael’s Zombies – Halloween Spotlight Event
Once the Rune is collected, your next goal is to complete the Key Challenge, which involves finding a five-digit safe code hidden across multiple maps using a UV flashlight.
Steps to Get the Key:
- Return to the Lobby after completing the Rune.
- Click the “Donation” button, then click on the “???” option to enter a secret room.
- Inside, interact with the Safe in the center.
- Pick up the UV Light Attachment on the table nearby.
- Equip the UV Light on your weapon (recommended: pistol).
- Visit the required maps and use the UV light to find hidden code digits written on walls.
- Collect all 5 digits, then return to the Lobby and enter the full code on the safe.
- The safe unlocks, rewarding you with the Key Badge and 100 Emeralds.
Each player gets a unique safe code, so you’ll need to find all the digits yourself. Fortunately, only four of the five digits are required to unlock the safe, though finding all is recommended.
How to Get Codes in Michael’s Zombies
The five code digits are spread across several classic maps. The UV light reveals hidden clues and wall marks that guide you to each digit. So, here's each of the Codes and their maps:
| Code Digit | Map | Clue Location |
|---|---|---|
| Digit #1 | The Giant | Found near the main control room. Look for a glowing number on a Wall. |
| Digit #2 | The Lighthouse | Near the lighthouse base, on the left wall behind a crate. |
| Digit #3 | The Giant | Inside the bunker hallway, shine your UV light to find the Wall. |
| Digit #4 | One Window | On the interior wall beside the boarded window. |
| Digit #5 | Undead Nocturne | Hidden behind a Wall near spawn, visible only with UV light. |
Once you collect all digits, return to the Lobby’s hidden room, input the full 5-digit code, and open the safe. Inside, you will find the Key and some Emeralds, completing the Halloween Spotlight quest for Michael’s Zombies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It’s located underground near the spawn area on the Hallow’s Eve 2024 map. It only unlocks after shooting all seven colored pumpkins.
The Pack-a-Punch won’t activate unless you’ve shot all seven pumpkins. Check the list above and revisit missed areas.
Yes. You can upgrade any gun for 4,500 Cash, but it’s safest to use a pistol since it’s easy to trade later.
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