ARC Raiders First Foothold Walkthrough Guide
In the game Arc Raiders, the mission “A First Foothold” is a vital task issued by Apollo. Players explore various points on the Blue Gate map to complete objectives that will help solidify their presence in the area.
Mission Overview
This mission occurs in the Blue Gate region, where explorers strive to create a safer environment for their Raiders. The ongoing threat from ARC forces complicates these efforts.
Objectives
Participants must accomplish several tasks, which can be completed in any order:
- Stabilize the observation deck near the Ridgeline: Head to the Ridgeline area to find the observation deck. Interact with the supporting beams to stabilize it.
- Enable the comms terminal near the Olive Grove: Travel southwest of Olive Grove to locate a small camp with a yellow comms terminal. Activating this terminal is crucial for communication.
- Rotate the satellite dishes on the church roof northeast of the Data Vault: Find the church complex, climb to the roof using nearby boxes and scaffolding, and rotate the satellite dishes at their control points.
- Nail down the roof plates on the Raider structure near Trapper’s Glade: Go to Trapper’s Glade and locate the Raider structure. Secure the roof plates by nailing them down to complete this objective.
Completion and Rewards
After fulfilling all objectives, players can turn in the mission for rewards, gaining items that enhance their gameplay experience:
- 3x Shrapnel Grenades: Effective for crowd control due to their explosive shrapnel.
- 3x Snap Blast Grenades: Quick-use grenades that cause confusion and damage at close range.
- 3x Heavy Fuze Grenades: These have a delayed explosion, dealing significant damage over a larger area.
- 2x Noisemakers: Deployable proximity sensors that alert players to the presence of enemy raiders.
Successfully completing “A First Foothold” not only strengthens your foothold but also unlocks new quests, such as “Reduced to Rubble.” This mission serves as an essential starting point in the Arc Raiders experience.
