The Guitar Location in The Forge

The guitar in The Forge sits in the basement level, on a workbench in the far corner of the metalworking area. You reach it by going down the main staircase from the ground floor, turning left at the bottom, and walking past the furnace. The guitar is on the right side of the room, resting on a wooden bench next to a vise and some hand tools.

The basement is not locked, and you do not need a key or special item to pick up the guitar. It is a free-standing object you can grab at any point in the game. The area is well-lit by overhead fixtures, so visibility is not a problem even on a first visit.

Key Takeaways

  • The guitar is located on a workbench in the basement of The Forge, past the main furnace on the right side of the room.
  • You can pick up the guitar without unlocking anything or meeting any conditions — it is available from the start of the game.
  • The basement is accessed by taking the main staircase down from the ground floor and turning left at the bottom.
  • Once you have the guitar, you can use it to play music or complete music-related tasks elsewhere in the game.

How to Navigate the Basement

The basement of The Forge is a single large room with a clear layout. The main staircase brings you down into the center of the space. From there, the furnace dominates the left wall, with its large metal frame and heat grates visible from the stairs.

Walk straight past the furnace and continue to the back right corner of the room. The workbench where the guitar sits is against the far wall. You will see it clearly once you are in the back section — it is the only bench with a guitar on it, and the surrounding tools and metal stock make it unmistakable.

What You Can Do With the Guitar

Once you pick up the guitar, it goes into your inventory as a usable item. You can carry it with you to other locations in the game. Some areas have specific spots where you can set the guitar down and play it, which may trigger events or unlock new paths.

The guitar is also required for certain quests or challenges that involve music. Check your quest log to see if any active tasks mention the guitar or music-related objectives. If you are stuck on a puzzle or door, returning to play the guitar in different locations is often the solution.

Common Mistakes When Looking for the Guitar

Many players miss the guitar on their first visit because they do not go all the way to the back corner of the basement. The workbench is not when ready visible from the stairs — you have to walk the full length of the room to see it clearly.

Another common mistake is assuming the guitar is locked behind a door or gate. It is not. The basement is open and accessible, and the guitar sits out in the open. If you see a locked door in the basement, that is a different area or puzzle — the guitar itself has no lock.

If You Cannot Find the Guitar

If you have walked to the back right corner of the basement and do not see the guitar, check that you are in the correct room. The Forge has multiple levels and sections. Make sure you took the main staircase down and turned left, not right.

If you are on the correct level and the guitar is not there, it may have been picked up by another player in a multiplayer session, or a game glitch may have moved it. Try reloading your save file and returning to the basement. If the problem continues, restart the game entirely.

What Happens After You Get the Guitar

Once you have the guitar in your inventory, your next step depends on your current quest or objective. Some players are sent directly to a specific location to play it. Others have to explore and find the right place on their own.

The guitar is a key item, meaning the game will not let you drop it or sell it until you have completed the tasks that require it. Keep it in your inventory and check your quest log regularly to see where you need to go next.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to do anything special to pick up the guitar?

No. Walk up to the workbench and press the interact button (usually E on keyboard or X on controller). The guitar will go straight into your inventory. There is no puzzle or condition to meet first.

Can I leave the guitar in the basement and come back for it later?

You can, but it is not necessary. The guitar does not take up much inventory space, and you will likely need it soon after finding it. Carrying it with you is simpler than making a second trip.

What if I already picked up the guitar and lost it?

Check your inventory first — it may still be there. If it is not, retrace your steps to any location where you set it down. If you dropped it in a different area, it should still be on the ground where you left it. Pick it up again and keep it with you.

Is the guitar the only item on that workbench?

The guitar is the main item of interest. There may be other tools or metal pieces on the bench, but only the guitar is a usable inventory item. Take the guitar and leave the rest unless a quest specifically asks for something else.