Arc Raiders

[bigmike20vt]

Useful thing to know for those of you just starting - If you call the extraction point before the time runs out you wont die even if the timer runs out, just make sure you press the extraction point before time hits zero, otherwise dead!

interesting. that will make the achievement to extract with is it under 5 seconds on the clock easier then?!.
I have not hung around to see what happens when the arc orbiter arrives . I plan ed on doing it but got a bit nervous and bottled it

 

[Thekwango]

I plan ed on doing it but got a bit nervous and bottled it

even on a freebie, with next to nothing in my backpack, i for some reason get very very twitchy once that timer drops below 5 mins.....and when it hits sub 3, nothing's stopping me from bolting to the extract. team mates in trouble, don't care, that lift needs to be called and i need to be in it and pressing E!! i can't see me ever getting that sub 5sec achievement, certainly not through choice

 

[Distracted]

interesting. that will make the achievement to extract with is it under 5 seconds on the clock easier then?!.
I have not hung around to see what happens when the arc orbiter arrives . I plan ed on doing it but got a bit nervous and bottled it

Screen goes black and you die. After another of the big bombs arrive that you see at 5 and 2 minutes.
Unfortunately there's nothing to see other than that.

As said above tho, even if the timer runs out, if there's an elevator already on the way (called any time before the timer runs out), even if it hasn't arrived by the time the timer hits zero, then even after the big bomb hits (practically on top of you), you can safely extract.

I was really hoping to see some massive mother ship, or armada of Arc come swarming in to overwhelm you at the end, but it wasn't to be. Maybe they'll add something like it in the future.

 

[RedMogg]

Useful thing to know for those of you just starting - If you call the extraction point before the time runs out you wont die even if the timer runs out, just make sure you press the extraction point before time hits zero, otherwise dead!

Good to know, thank you.

I got the "less than 5 seconds" achievement the other night - was a bit of a 5p-50p moment, as I'd just found the bits I needed to upgrade my Refinery and the first time I'd ventured out with level 3 kit.

 

[bigmike20vt]

I got my 1st leaper kill today (no achievement for it though - I thought there was one.

it was on buried city and it tried to follow. me into the subway and trapped itself .
that's another level 3 bench upgrade checked off now

 

[bigmike20vt]

oh quick question. I was on the blue gate map and I found a massive engine .

I was able to put 2 energy cells into it which fired the engine up, spinning a massive turbine and firing off flames.

but other than that I could not see anything else to do with it.
Does anyone have any ideas please ?

taa

 

[Diddums]

oh quick question. I was on the blue gate map and I found a massive engine .

I was able to put 2 energy cells into it which fired the engine up, spinning a massive turbine and firing off flames.

but other than that I could not see anything else to do with it.
Does anyone have any ideas please ?

taa

How to complete the Deforester Husks Puzzle​

Step 1: Locate the Structure

1. Head to either of the two possible husk locations on the map — look for a large, walkable space-station-style structure.
2. Approach the structure and search for electrified panels — these panels mark the start of the puzzle.
3. Make sure the area is clear of enemies before beginning; once started, the puzzle is timed and dangerous.

Step 2: Insert Arc Power Cells

1. Find the three interactors (control panels) scattered around the structure.
2. Two of these panels require Arc Power Cells to activate.
3. Locate Arc Power Cells nearby (they’re usually on the floor or beside machinery).
4. Pick up each Arc Power Cell and insert it into its corresponding panel.
5. Once both are powered, the puzzle sequence activates automatically — flames will begin firing.

Step 3: Navigate the Flames

1. As soon as you activate the second panel, flames will start spewing across the interior of the husk.
2. Watch the flame patterns and move only when it’s safe.
3. After the second panel is powered, the upper platform begins to rotate, and the flames rotate with it, creating moving hazards instead of static ones.
4. Stay patient — move between flame bursts to avoid taking damage and having to restart.

Step 4: Reach the Final Panel

1. Climb the side of the structure and jump onto the upper platform — this shortcut saves valuable time (the puzzle is on a timer).
2. Once on the platform, follow the rotation of the flames instead of running against them.
3. Carefully weave through the moving flames until you reach the final control panel.

Step 5: Complete the Puzzle and Claim Rewards

1. Interact with the final panel to complete the puzzle.
2. Wait for the confirmation sound or visual cue — this means the challenge is complete.
3. The reward container will unlock nearby.
4. Open the loot chest to claim your weapons case and additional items.

Tips

• Timing and precision are key—watch flame patterns carefully.
• Climbing and jumping to the upper platform early can save precious seconds.
• Bring friends for easier completion, especially if attempting both husks in a single run.

 

[Nullzzz]

oh quick question. I was on the blue gate map and I found a massive engine .

I was able to put 2 energy cells into it which fired the engine up, spinning a massive turbine and firing off flames.

but other than that I could not see anything else to do with it.
Does anyone have any ideas please ?

taa

After you put the second cell in, a walkway is accessible directly above your head, exit out of the husk, and jump onto the walkway, dodge a bit of fire and interact with the button.
Loot was pretty disappointing when I did it.

 

[gpuerrilla]

Bought the entire deck in less than a minute with all the credits I had stored up from before the expedition

Same.

 

[ED209]

Well I decided to buy the game and only done the intro mission.

Looks quite good so far looking forward to jumping on when I have more time.

Any tips\suggestions etc?

 

[Seb.F]

Well I decided to buy the game and only done the intro mission.

Looks quite good so far looking forward to jumping on when I have more time.

Any tips\suggestions etc?

Don't be afraid to just free loadout it for a while. Also early on focus on building up your stash and getting your workbenches levelled up. You probably want looting augments to start if I'm honest. If you make it back with a free loadout, the grey box augment you get with free can be traded with Lance for a green one too. Quests come secondary imo.