In Cucina Stellata, collecting all six key halves is a must for anyone wanting to uncover the hidden old letters tucked away in the dresser drawers. Some pieces are straightforward to find, but catching the elusive spider that leads you to a crucial key half adds an unexpected layer of challenge to the hunt. It’s a satisfying task that rewards careful exploration and attention to detail.
The key halves can be discovered in any sequence, giving you freedom to explore. Below are detailed locations and steps for gathering each piece to complete the three keys.
First Key Pieces Locations
First Half: Cellar Staircase
As you make your way back to the kitchen, keep an eye on the cellar staircase. You’ll spot the first half of your initial key right along this path.
Second Half: Cupboard
The second half of this key is tucked inside a cupboard. Simply open it up to grab this vital piece and complete your first key.
Second Key Pieces Locations
First Half: Beside the Bread
Head over to the kitchen’s wooden cabinet. Just beside the bread, you’ll find the first half of the second key lying within easy reach.
Second Half: Box in the Cellar
Descend into the cellar and locate the shelf where the cheese is stored. Look directly beneath that shelf to find a box. Tap it to reveal the second half of your second key.
Open the box lid, and claim the key half inside. This finishes collecting all parts needed for the second key.
Third Key Pieces Locations
First Half: Follow the Spider
The third key’s first half requires more effort. Your challenge: track down a spider moving about the kitchen.
Kick off the chase by opening the top-left cupboard in the kitchen. When you spot the spider, tap it to make it scurry to a new spot.
Keep locking onto the spider and tapping it as it darts to different locations.
Follow it persistently until it reaches the crucifix by the front door.
Tap the spider on the crucifix, causing it to fall and unveil the first half of the third key. Don’t forget to pick it up.
Hold onto this piece as you prepare to find the final key half.
Second Half: Loose Brick in the Cellar
Back in the cellar, search the wall next to the large kegs for a loose brick. This is the hiding spot for the last half of the third key.
Tap on this loose brick repeatedly until it comes free. Behind it lies the final key piece you need to complete the trio.
How to Use the Three Keys
With all six pieces collected, assemble the three full keys. Then head to the dresser and use them to unlock each drawer.
Each opened drawer contains an old letter, revealing hidden story elements and secrets of the game’s world.
Unlocking all three drawers also grants the Old Letters achievement, a rewarding end to your diligent searching.