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Marvel's Avengers

How to Get DNA Keys and Open DNA Chests

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DNA Keys are an important resource for DNA Chests, and are a must-have for the endgame for Marvel's Avengers Game. Read on to learn how to get DNA Keys and what they are used for!

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How to Get DNA Keys

Through Beating Villain Sector Missions

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You can get DNA Keys through beating Villain Sector Missions. These are daily missions that are given by the faction contacts. Villain Sector Missions involve you fighting and defeating a Boss. Once you have completed the mission you will be rewarded with a DNA Key. Because there are 2 factions you can do 2 of these Villain Sector Missions a day.

Marvel's Avengers Game Villains | List of Boss Battles

What are DNA Keys Used For

DNA Strongbox Found in Vaults Missions

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DNA Keys are the only way to unlock DNA Strongboxes (DNA Chests). These are unique Strongboxes that are found in Vault Missions. These Strongboxes contain loot and Upgrade Modules.

What is an Upgrade Module?

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Upgrade Modules are the main resource needed to upgrade your end game gear. Farming DNA Keys and Upgrade Modules are going to be necessary if you want your gear to reach the max level!

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