In ARC Raiders, weekly trials are a key way to earn generous rewards. This guide shares a battle-tested strategy to help you score over 48,000 trial points in a single Electromagnetic Storm match, allowing you to complete multiple trial objectives and secure three-star rewards with ease.
Preparation
Best Map Choice: Dam – Electromagnetic Storm
To achieve a high score in a single match, early preparation is essential. Players need to keep a close eye on the real-time map conditions available on the game's official website. Take the “Electromagnetic Storm” (Dam Electro Storm) as an example—this special weather condition offers additional scoring opportunities. By checking the official information, players can find out when the next Electromagnetic Storm will occur and plan their gameplay accordingly.
Recommended Loadout
• Weapons: Bring 2 Wolf Packs to quickly eliminate Bastions, paired with a Hullcracker as your primary weapon.
• Shields: It is recommended to bring 3 spare shields, as staying in the storm exposes you to frequent lightning strikes.
• Medical Supplies: Pack extra Vita Sprays and healing items.
• Gadget: A Photo Cloak is highly recommended. The content creator regretted forgetting it, as it proved invaluable.
• Throwables: Bring Seekers for quick and efficient Comet disposal.
Combat Route and Mission Strategy
Core Trial Objectives
This guide focuses on completing the following trials:
• Destroy ARC enemies in the Swamp
• Eliminate Comets
• Get hit by lightning (requires Electromagnetic Storm)
• Locate Supply Drops
Phase 1: Farming the Swamp Area (Approx. 15 minutes)
1. Quickly Eliminate Bastions
• Head straight to the dome structure in the Swamp area, where a Bastion will spawn.
• Use a Wolf Pack to deal massive damage quickly, then finish it off with your Hullcracker.
Bastions respawn approximately every 2 minutes, allowing you to farm them repeatedly.
2. Hunt for Comets
• Comets often appear in groups (around 3 at a time) in the Swamp
• Best tactic: Wait for a Comet to charge toward you, then throw a Seeker. One well-placed Seeker is usually enough.
• Each Comet elimination provides significant points, making them crucial for completing this trial.
3. Clear Small ARC Enemies
• Don't overlook smaller enemies like Ticks, Pops, Wasps, and Fireflies.
• Eliminating them also contributes to the "Destroy ARC Enemies" trial, and the points add up quickly.
4. Earn Points from Lightning Strikes
• Lightning strikes randomly during the Electromagnetic Storm.
• Position yourself near strike zones to accumulate points for the "Get hit by lightning" trial.
Note: It's highly recommended to keep your shield active. Getting struck twice in quick succession without a shield can be fatal.
Phase 2: Searching for Supply Drops (The Most Time-Consuming Part)
Supply Drops are often the most difficult trial to complete, as their spawn locations are random and infrequent.
Tips for Finding Them:
• Get to a high vantage point and look for white beams of light in the sky – those mark Supply Drop locations.
• Recommended vantage point: The roof of the Control Tower.
• Be aware that the Control Tower is guarded by enemies (Rocketeers, turrets, etc.), but the view is excellent.
• Alternative: The hospital rooftop in Buried City also offers a clear view of Supply Drop spawns.
Lesson from The Gaming Merchant: During his run, no Supply Drops appeared at all, preventing him from three-starring that trial. If you need to complete this trial, consider using Hurricane mode or a night raid on Buried City, where Supply Drops may spawn more frequently.
Phase 3: Continuous Farming and Extraction
After completing your main objectives, use the remaining time to:
• Cycle through Bastion and Comet spawns in the Swamp area.
• Clear flying ARC enemies (Fireflies, Wasps).
• Keep moving and avoid high-risk enemies like Rocketeers when possible.
• Start heading toward the extraction point with 2–3 minutes remaining.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Forgetting the Photo Cloak: The Photo Cloak prevents alarm triggers when opening doors and provides a stealth option in dangerous situations. Make it a habit to bring one.
• Not Enough Spare Shields: Shields deplete rapidly in the storm. Bring at least 3 spares.
• Wasting Time on Supply Drops in the Wrong Mode: If Supply Drops are scarce in the Storm mode, switch to Hurricane mode or Buried City to complete that specific trial.
• Overextending and Missing Extraction: Pay attention to the extraction timer. Allow yourself at least 2 minutes to travel roughly 400 meters.
Summary
With proper route planning and a well-chosen loadout, you can complete multiple weekly trials in a single Dam Electromagnetic Storm match. The core strategy is simple:
• Primary farm: The Swamp area – focus on Bastions, Comets, and small ARC enemies.
• Passive points: Stand in the storm to accumulate lightning strike points.
• Supply Drops: Don't force them in the Storm mode if they aren't appearing; switch maps if needed.
In ARC Raiders, ARC Raiders Coins play an essential role, whether you're purchasing Photo Cloaks, spare shields, or upgrading weapons. Managing your coins wisely ensures you're well-prepared for high-difficulty trials. Additionally, the ARC Raiders Items you earn from trials – including blueprints and epic gear – are vital resources for boosting your combat effectiveness.
