ARC Raiders (Ark Raiders) Dam Battlefield Complete guide for beginners to the strongest loop route | Get a stable large amount of weapon blueprints by completely avoiding PvP! The latest version of the safe and efficient route for monopolizing rare resources

ARC Raiders is a PvPvE extraction shooter that is supported by many players. In this game, the basic goal is to collect resources from the mysterious mechanical life form “ARC” and other players in a devastated future world and escape safely. The Dam Battlefield map is a great first release map, especially for beginners. This map is characterized by a high concentration of weapon cases and key rooms, and a high drop rate of blueprints and rare resources.

However, since Dam Battlefield is a popular map, PvP (battles between players) is intense, and there are many cases where beginners are attacked by large ARCs and wiped out. Therefore, in this article, we will thoroughly explain the strongest loop route with almost zero PvP encounter rate based on the northern start point. This route can be cleared using only free equipment. You can collect an average of 5-8 weapon cases per lap, maximizing your blueprint drop rate. It is also attractive that if you use night mode, the drop rate will increase by 1.5 times.

If you practice this, you can stably obtain winning blueprints such as Wolf Pack and Ferro in the early stages. The workshop will be strengthened all at once. It is a safe route that takes 10 to 15 minutes and boasts a success rate of over 95%. Below, we will comprehensively explain everything from preparation to detailed routes and tips. Please read to the end.

5 reasons why this loop route is perfect for beginners

There are a total of 26 weapon cases in the Dam Battlefield, and it is a treasure trove for obtaining blueprints. However, the central area and the vicinity of the escape point are high risk. Here are the reasons why this route is chosen.

1. PvP encounter rate is almost zero: Prioritize remote areas in the north, upper right, and central upper floors. Avoid “water treatment facilities” and “research management centers” where popularity is concentrated.
2. Minimize large ARC engagements: Use only small ARCs and take advantage of terrain that makes it easy to escape while fishing.
3. Stable blueprint drop: Weapon cases on the track and in the tower area have a high blueprint appearance rate, and multiple drops occur frequently.
4. Exclusive rare resources: Gunpowder boxes and bags will appear continuously. You can also aim for recovery items such as Vita Spray.
5. You can complete the race with beginner equipment: Common weapons are sufficient. The total weight is light and maneuverability is important.

If you go around this route 10 times, you can secure at least 10 blueprints and 20 sets of gunpowder. Blueprints can be sold for 5000 coins, so they are also an excellent way to make money.

Minimum equipment list and role explanation that you should have before the lap

We have carefully selected equipment that is available for free or at low cost for beginners. It can be crafted in the workshop, and the total cost is within 10,000 coins.

Required weapon (dual weld recommended)

• Rattler (medium ammunition): Balanced assault rifle. High accuracy for both interpersonal and ARC support. Ideal as a beginner's first weapon.
• Ferro (light ammunition): A short-range shotgun. It's easy to exploit ARC's weaknesses. It is the strongest in the early stages in combination with Stitcher.

Tools/consumables

• Adrenaline injection x 2: Increases fishing speed by 20% + emergency escape insurance. Used in the middle of the route.
• Hatch key x 1: For shortening escape. I'll bring a spare.
• Zipline x 3: High-altitude access is required. Consume it in the tower area.

armor helmet

• Common Armor: Emphasis on durability. The priority is to avoid large ARCs, so light armor is sufficient.
• Helmet (Level 1): Protects against headshots.

This allows you to keep the total weight within 80% and maintain maneuverability. Aim for 20 medium rounds, 30 light rounds, and 2 sets of gunpowder. Please equip a flashlight to ensure visibility when sortieing at night.

Initial route at the north start point: Build momentum with safe fishing

After the match starts, select the north spawn (if random, move immediately). The first goal is the “Broken Red House”.

• Step 1: Weapon case on the second floor of the broken red house

  Enter the house, go up the stairs, and search the case in the back right. Occurrence rate: 80% weapon cases, 10% blueprints. The surrounding area is grassy and difficult to see, making PvP safe.
  This is a room on the second floor with a collapsed red roof. A silver weapon case gleams on a dusty shelf. The sound of water from the dam echoes in the background.

• Step 2: Gunpowder box inside the tunnel

  Head to the tunnel 50m south of the house. Two sets of gunpowder are guaranteed to be found in the box on the left wall inside. ARC appearance rate is low.

This initial movement will increase the weight by 15%. It takes 2 minutes. There is zero risk of failure.

High value area at the top right of the map: Accelerate with continuous collection

Go north and east to the highway area. Bypass PvP hotspots.

• bus bags on the highway
  This is the back seat inside the bus. Bag appearance rate is 100%. There are a lot of medical kits and parts.
• Scaffolding horizontal weapon case reinforced with boards
  This is the case under the scaffolding. There is a blueprint drop report. Quick access via zip line.
• underground slope weapon case
  Case + ammo box on the way up the slope. Secure a total of 3 items.

Use adrenaline injection here. Increases fishing speed and saves 1 minute. A dynamic shot of a rusted bus, collapsed scaffolding, and the setting sun.

Efficiency spots around the escape point: Midfield supply base

Choose the outside of the popular route even though it is close to the escape hatch.

• gunpowder box on tire
  This is the top of the giant tire. Gunpowder confirmed. Climbing is easy.
• Weapon case inside the warehouse
  Case + ammunition in the back of the warehouse. No key required.

Reach 50% weight. This is a position where preliminary evacuation is possible.

Around the high-rise building in the center of the map: 4 consecutive spot explosion profits

Move to the skyscrapers. A zip line is a must.

• 2-truck weapon case
  This is the case on top of the truck. High probability of blueprint (20%).
• blue roof hut side bag
  It's a bag in the grass next to the hut. Rare parts will appear.
• Square bag inside the building
  Inside right corner. Hidden spot and highly rare.
• Spiral staircase side weapon case
  This is the case next to the stairs. 4 minutes of continuous fishing.

This is the perspective of a raider riding on a huge truck. It is a fantastic scene where the blue blueprint shines from the case.

Collecting items from bushes and hidden spots: Treasures that should not be overlooked

Head from the center to the right. It is a densely grassed area.

• Hidden bag in the grass
  This is the bag behind the bushes. There is a Vita spray report.
• green building side weapon case
  This is a building side case. Used with gunpowder.

Search by relying on enemy search sounds. The compensation rate is the highest in its class.

Rocky area on the right side of the map – central area: Blueprint specialization zone

Climb the rock to reach the middle area.

• Bag near respawn point
  It's a safety bag. Use it for replenishment.
• Bag near the megalith
  This is a stone shade bag. It's easy to avoid ARC.

Tower area where zip line is required: Climax where the rarity rate skyrockets

Route highlights. Head to the top of the tower with 3 zips.

• 4 consecutive tower spots
  1. Upper weapon case (25% blueprint)
  2. Gunpowder Box
  3. Intermediate bag
  4. Summit case (Wolfpack report)

A panoramic view of the dam as seen from the tower. The moment you open the case, a spark effect will occur.

High-altitude spot at final destination: Final mass collection

From the tower, head to the southern high point.

• 2 locations inside the Yamagami Building
  Internal case x 2. Escape immediately with the hatch key.

Total haul: 12 weapon cases, 6 bags, and 5 gunpowder. You can expect 3-5 blueprints.

Advanced Tips: 10 tips to increase your success rate to 99%

1. Night sortie priority: 1.5x drops, PvP reduced.
2. Sound-based enemy search: Evade with ARC footsteps.
3. Weight management: Slows when it exceeds 80%. Priority is given to taking home the blueprints.
4. Alternative escape: If the hatch key is not used, use the east bridge.
5. Countermeasures against ARC: Shoot in the legs with Ferro.
6. Multi-use: Recommended solo, but share with a trusted friend.
7. Utilize field storage: Reset the weight when you leave it halfway.
8. Key room option: Obtain additional blueprints with the observation room key.
9. Blueprint sales strategy: Keep hit (Wolf Pack). Others will be paid immediately.
10. Preparation at the practice range: Released after 4 rounds.

Common failure patterns and countermeasures

• Overweight: Discard low value parts.
• Small ARC enclosure: Break through with adrenaline.
• Rare PvP: Instantly flee to higher ground.

Summary: Beat the early stages of ARC Raiders with this route

This loop route is the best option for beginners, allowing you to monopolize blueprints and rare resources while completely avoiding PvP. Free equipment allows stable collection. You can strengthen the workshop to Tier 3 or higher in 10 laps. Dam Battlefield stands at the pinnacle of safety and efficiency, and is currently the strongest in the meta. Please put it into practice and grow into a strong raider.