Strategy Guides

Everything new players need to know about Arc Raiders, from your first raid to extracting successfully.

Step-by-step walkthrough of your initial raids, including loadout recommendations and extraction tips.

Updated weapon rankings based on current meta. Best weapons for DPS, utility, and solo play.

Optimal builds for aggressive, stealth, and support playstyles. Includes weapon and gear recommendations.

How to build and manage your wealth in Arc Raiders -- from starter funds to endgame affluence.

How to survive and extract alone. Routes, timing, and tactics for solo players.

Team composition, role assignments, and callout strategies for coordinated squads.

Complete list of Trials challenges and how to complete them efficiently.

Engagement rules, positioning, and combat tactics for PvP encounters.

What late-game Arc Raiders looks like -- loadout standards, economic management, PvP at the highest level, and Expedition readiness.

Night Raid, Electromagnetic Storm, Snowfall, and more. How weather affects gameplay.

60-day preparation cycle, seasonal wipes, and permanent rewards explained.

Maximizing your Battle Pass rewards. Best tiers and progression tips.

Optimal routes for gathering specific materials. Best maps and times.

Complete breakdown of the perk system in Arc Raiders. Covers categories, synergies, best combinations, and common mistakes.

How the insurance system works in Arc Raiders -- filing claims, managing fees, and maximizing your return rate.

Optimal routes and strategies for farming every material type in Arc Raiders.