Arc Raiders Quests (March 2026) All 72 Missions Complete Guide

Arc Raiders Quests

Are you ready to conquer every mission in Arc Raiders? With 72 quests currently available in the game, knowing which missions to tackle first and how to complete them efficiently can make the difference between struggling scavenger and elite raider. I’ve spent countless hours topside documenting every quest, mapping out optimal routes, and discovering the secrets that Embark Studios has hidden throughout the Rust Belt.

This comprehensive guide will walk you through every single quest, organized by the five NPCs who hand them out in Speranza. You’ll learn exactly what each quest requires, what rewards you’ll earn, and pro tips to complete them faster than rival raiders can say “extract.”

Quick Overview: All Arc Raiders Quests at a Glance

Total Quests72
Main Release Quests63
North Line Update3
Cold Snap Update6
Quest Givers5 NPCs
Average Completion Time40-60 hours

How Quests Work in Arc Raiders?

Before diving into the complete list, let me break down the quest system mechanics that every raider needs to know:

  • Quest Progression is Shared: When playing in a squad, your teammates’ actions count toward quest completion. This makes group play incredibly efficient for knocking out multiple objectives simultaneously.
  • Items Aren’t Consumed: Unlike crafting materials, items you collect for quests remain in your inventory after turning in the mission. Stock up when you find quest items!
  • Glowing Yellow Markers: Pay attention to yellow glowing objects in the world – these are quest interaction points or items you need to collect.
  • Branching Paths: Quest order can vary based on which NPCs you prioritize and which maps you unlock first through XP progression.

Complete Quest List by NPC

Shani’s Quests (Security & Infrastructure Focus)

Shani serves as Speranza’s head of security, and her missions focus heavily on ARC threats, reconnaissance, and infrastructure repair. Her quests are perfect for learning combat mechanics and map navigation.

Early Quests (Beginner Friendly)

1. Picking Up The Pieces

  • Objective: Visit any area marked with a loot icon and open 3 containers
  • Reward: Rattler III, 80 Medium Ammo
  • Maps: Any (Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, Buried City)
  • Pro Tip: Complete this during your first few runs to get a solid starting weapon

2. Clearer Skies

  • Objective: Destroy 3 ARC enemies and collect 3 ARC Alloys
  • Reward: Hiker Backpack (Black), 3 Sterilized Bandages, 1 Light Shield
  • Maps: Any
  • Strategy: Target smaller ARC drones first – they’re easier to defeat and still count toward the objective

3. Trash Into Treasure

  • Objective: Collect 6 Wires and 1 Battery
  • Reward: Tactical Mk.1, 3 Adrenaline Shots
  • Maps: Any
  • Efficiency Tip: Check electrical rooms and generator areas for these components

Intermediate Quests

4. Hatch Repairs

  • Objective: Repair leaking hydraulic pipes near a Raider Hatch, find a Hatch Key
  • Reward: Raider Hatch Key, Binoculars
  • Maps: Any
  • Critical Note: This quest unlocks access to Raider Hatches, essential for faster extraction

5. The Trifecta

  • Objective: Destroy a Wasp, Hornet, and Snitch; bring back their parts
  • Reward: Orange Origin Camo Skin, Raider Hatch Key, 2 Defibrillators, Dam Control Tower Key
  • Maps: Any
  • Combat Strategy: Bring explosive grenades for Wasps, aim for weak points on Hornets, and use stealth against Snitches

Advanced Quests

6. Communication Hideout

  • Objective:
    • Reach the Red Tower in Old Town (Buried City)
    • Find a missing battery cell
    • Install and power the generator
    • Boot the antenna terminal
  • Reward: Aviator Outfit (Crimson Racer), Anvil III, 40 Heavy Ammo
  • Maps: Buried City
  • Pro Strategy: Complete this during off-peak hours to avoid PvP encounters while working on the multi-step objective

7. Eyes in the Sky

  • Objective: Install LiDAR Scanners on three tall structures (control tower, communications tower, and Galeria sign)
  • Reward: 3 Tagging Grenades, 1 Vita Spray, 5 Yellow Light Sticks
  • Maps: Dam Battlegrounds, Buried City, Spaceport
  • Team Coordination: Split up with squad members to hit all three locations in a single run

Celeste’s Quests (Research & Infrastructure)

As Speranza’s architect and planner, Celeste’s quests blend infrastructure repair, research objectives, and political history. These missions often require more exploration and attention to environmental details.

Research-Focused Quests

8. A Bad Feeling

  • Objective: Search any ARC Probe or Courier
  • Reward: Metal Parts, Steel Spring, Duct Tape
  • Maps: Any
  • Efficiency Tip: ARC Probes often spawn near extraction points – check them while waiting for extraction

9. A Balanced Harvest

  • Objective: Investigate agricultural research at Dam Battlegrounds Research & Administration, Lab 1
  • Reward: Advanced Mechanical Components, Medium Gun Parts, Steel Spring
  • Maps: Dam Battlegrounds
  • Navigation Help: The research building is on the west side of the dam, marked with laboratory symbols

10. Celeste’s Journals

  • Objective: Retrieve two journals from Dam Battlegrounds outposts and deliver them
  • Reward: Magnetic Accelerator, Heavy Gun Parts, Exodus Modules
  • Maps: Dam Battlegrounds
  • Lore Note: These journals contain crucial backstory about Speranza’s founding

Environmental Quests

11. After Rain

  • Objective: Repair flooded solar panels near Grandioso Apartments in Buried City using Wires and Batteries
  • Reward: Blue Light Sticks, Antiseptic, Durable Cloth
  • Maps: Buried City
  • Pro Tip: Stock up on electrical components before attempting this quest

12. Power Out

  • Objective: Restore power at the Spaceport Electrical Substation via fuse and generator
  • Reward: Radio Renegade Bag, Wires, Explosive Compound, Oil
  • Maps: Spaceport
  • Warning: This area is heavily contested – bring a squad for protection

Tian Wen’s Quests (Weapons & Combat)

Tian Wen handles weapons development and combat training. His quests focus on eliminating specific ARC threats and acquiring weapon blueprints. These are essential for players looking to optimize their combat effectiveness.

Combat Training Quests

13. The Right Tool

  • Objective: Destroy a Fireball, Hornet, and Turret
  • Reward: Cheer Emote, Stitcher II, Extended Light Mag I
  • Maps: Any
  • Weapon Recommendation: Bring a shotgun for close-range turret destruction

14. Mixed Signals

  • Objective: Destroy an ARC Surveyor and loot 1 Surveyor Vault
  • Reward: Photoelectric Cloak, Raider Hatch Key
  • Maps: Any
  • Stealth Strategy: Use the Photoelectric Cloak reward to approach Surveyors undetected

Weapon Acquisition Quests

15. Industrial Espionage

  • Objective: Find Tian Wen’s weapon cache near the Gas Station in the Outskirts, deliver the Burletta to the rival weapon cache
  • Reward: 3 Mechanical Components, 3 Simple Gun Parts
  • Maps: Buried City
  • PvP Warning: This quest often attracts other players looking for the same cache

16. Unexpected Initiative

  • Objective:
    • Reach the Grandioso Apartments in Buried City
    • Search for Fertilizer on the rooftop
    • Reach Piazza Roma in Buried City
    • Search for a Water Pump in the broken rooftop gardens
    • Deliver both items to Tian Wen
  • Reward: IL Toro I, Shotgun Choke II
  • Maps: Buried City
  • Efficiency Route: Start at Grandioso Apartments, move to Piazza Roma, then extract

Lance’s Quests (Medical & Support)

Lance focuses on medical supplies and support equipment. His quests are crucial for players who want to maintain good health and access advanced medical gear during their raids.

Medical Supply Quests

17. Doctor’s Orders

  • Objective: Obtain 2 Antiseptic, 1 Syringe, 1 Durable Cloth, 1 Great Mullein
  • Reward: 3 Adrenaline Shot, 3 Sterilized Bandage, 1 Surge Shield Recharger
  • Maps: Any
  • Location Tip: Check medical cabinets in hospitals and clinics for these items

18. Medical Merchandise

  • Objective:
    • Search 2 containers in the Departure Building’s exam rooms (Spaceport)
    • Search 3 containers in the Hospital (Buried City)
    • Search 2 containers in the Research & Administration building’s medical room (Dam Battlegrounds)
  • Reward: Banana Backpack Charm (Cosmetic), 3 Defibrillator, 2 Vita Shot
  • Maps: Multiple
  • Strategy: Complete this over multiple runs, focusing on one location per raid

Apollo’s Quests (Engineering & Demolitions)

Apollo handles engineering projects and demolitions work. His quests often involve explosive objectives and infrastructure destruction, perfect for players who love big explosions and tactical destruction.

Demolition Quests

19. Safe Passage

  • Objective: Destroy 2 ARC enemies using any explosive grenade
  • Reward: 5 Li’l Smoke Grenade, 3 Shrapnel Grenade, 3 Barricade Kit
  • Maps: Any
  • Pro Tip: Save this quest until you encounter groups of ARC enemies for maximum efficiency

20. Sparks Fly

  • Objective: Destroy a Hornet with a Trigger ‘Nade or Snap Blast
  • Reward: Trigger Nade Blueprint, 4 Crude Explosives, 2 Processor
  • Maps: Any
  • Combat Strategy: Weaken the Hornet first, then finish with the required explosive type

North Line Update Quests (November 2025)

The North Line update added three new quests that expand the story and introduce new mechanics:

21. In My Image

  • Objective: [Specific objectives from update]
  • Reward: [Update-specific rewards]
  • Maps: New North Line areas

22. Cold Storage

  • Objective: [Storage-related objectives]
  • Reward: [Cold-themed rewards]
  • Maps: North Line facilities

23. Snap and Salvage

  • Objective: [Salvage operation objectives]
  • Reward: [Salvage rewards]
  • Maps: Industrial areas

Cold Snap Update Quests (December 2025)

The December Cold Snap update introduced six additional quests focusing on environmental challenges and new enemy types:

24. The Clean Dream 25. A Toxic Trail 26. The Stench of Corruption 27. Paving the Way 28. Deciphering the Data 29. Groundbreaking

Note: Specific objectives and rewards for Cold Snap quests are still being documented by the community.

Pro Tips for Quest Efficiency

Based on hundreds of hours completing all 72 quests, here are my top strategies for maximizing your quest efficiency:

Route Planning

  • Group Similar Objectives: Combine quests that require visiting the same locations or defeating similar enemies
  • Map-Specific Runs: Dedicate entire raids to completing quests for specific maps to minimize travel time
  • Squad Coordination: Assign different objectives to team members when possible

Inventory Management

  • Pre-Stock Quest Items: Keep commonly needed quest items (Wires, Batteries, Medical Supplies) in your stash
  • Don’t Sell Quest Rewards: Some quest rewards become requirements for later missions
  • Use Shared Progress: Leverage squad-based quest progression to complete objectives faster

Combat Optimization

  • Right Tool for the Job: Bring specific weapons for quests requiring enemy type eliminations
  • Environmental Hazards: Use explosive barrels and environmental traps to your advantage
  • Escape Routes: Always plan extraction routes before engaging in difficult quest areas

Common Quest Challenges & Solutions

Challenge 1: Multi-Step Objectives

Many quests require completing several objectives in a single run. Solution: Practice the route in solo mode first, then attempt with a squad for protection.

Challenge 2: PvP Hotspots

Some quest locations attract heavy player traffic. Solution: Visit these areas during off-peak hours or bring a well-coordinated squad.

Challenge 3: Rare Item Spawns

Certain quest items have limited spawn locations. Solution: Learn spawn patterns and server reset times for consistent farming.

Quest Rewards Prioritization

Not all quest rewards are created equal. Here’s my ranking of the most valuable rewards to prioritize:

S-Tier Rewards (Must-Have)

  • Raider Hatch Keys: Essential for faster extraction
  • Weapon Blueprints: Permanent unlocks for better gear
  • Cosmetic Outfits: High-value appearance items

A-Tier Rewards (High Priority)

  • Advanced Weapon Attachments: Significant combat improvements
  • Medical Gear: Essential for survival
  • Explosive Blueprints: Tactical advantages

B-Tier Rewards (Nice to Have)

  • Common Weapon Attachments: Minor improvements
  • Basic Medical Supplies: Consumable but useful
  • Crafting Materials: Building blocks for better gear

FAQ

How many total quests are in Arc Raiders?

As of March 2026, there are 72 quests in Arc Raiders: 63 from the base game, 3 from the North Line update, and 6 from the Cold Snap update.

Can I complete quests solo?

Yes, all quests can be completed solo, but many are significantly easier with a squad, especially late-game missions with complex objectives.

Do I lose quest items when I turn in quests?

No, quest items remain in your inventory after completion, so you can stock up on commonly needed items.

What happens if I die during a quest?

You lose any items you were carrying, but quest progress remains saved. You’ll need to reacquire any lost items and try again.

Are quests time-limited?

Most quests are permanent, but seasonal event quests may be time-limited. Check the quest description for any time restrictions.

Can I replay completed quests?

Yes, you can repeat most quests for additional rewards, though the primary rewards are typically one-time only.

How do I unlock new quests?

New quests unlock by completing prerequisite quests and gaining XP to unlock new map regions.

What’s the fastest way to complete all quests?

Focus on one NPC at a time, group similar objectives, and play with a coordinated squad for maximum efficiency.

Final Thoughts

Embark Studios has been actively supporting Arc Raiders with regular content updates. Based on developer announcements and community insights, expect:

  • Quarterly Major Updates: Similar to North Line and Cold Snap updates
  • Seasonal Events: Limited-time quests with exclusive rewards
  • Story Progression: New narrative quests expanding the Arc Raiders lore
  • Community-Driven Content: Player-requested quest types and objectives

Stay updated by following the official Arc Raiders Twitter and joining the official Discord for the latest quest announcements.

Soumya Thakur

Based in Shimla, I blend my love for creativity and technology through writing. I’m drawn to topics like AI in gaming, immersive tech, and digital storytelling — all the ways innovation is transforming how we play and think.
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