Pressure Plates

A Pressure Plate is an activation mechanism that sends a signal through attached Wires when triggered. Pressure plates can be triggered not only by the player, npcs, and enemies, but also Boulders. This can be used as a delay, or to trigger a row of traps as it rolls down a hallway.

Plates can be purchased from a Mechanic or taken from a natural source, since they are randomly generated on the map during world creation as the trigger for traps. The plate sits partially hidden on top of blocks, so they may be difficult to spot. The color of naturally spawned Pressure Plates is dependent on the color of block it is generated on top of. They should be approached with caution, however, as each one is connected to a Dart Trap, Explosives, or Active Stone Blocks (which drop a Boulder when activated).

Pressure Plates allow you to see laid wires when held, which can help you to avoid traps.

Pressure Plates can also be used for opening and closing doors without having to click on them, although be careful that they are not unintentionally triggered by NPCs or enemies