Once you’ve settled into Speranza and completed a few initial excursions in ARC Raiders, Shani has a new mission for you: repair the damage caused by the storm that landed you there. This task is central to advancing your in-game progress.
The Off The Radar quest becomes available after finishing the recycling quest, which can be completed entirely from the security of Speranza, assuming you have the necessary materials. Your objective now is to venture topside, locate one of the six Field Depots scattered throughout the Rust Belt, and restore its antenna to working order. After that, just make sure you return intact—sounds straightforward, right?
Field Depot Locations in ARC Raiders
Before your expedition, Shani will inform you that these Field Depots are distinguishable by their blue tarps and antennas. However, she conveniently overlooks mentioning that these structures are relatively small and their antennas can be easily overlooked amongst the larger buildings dominating the Dam Battlegrounds.
When it comes to selecting a depot, you have flexibility; as long as you repair one antenna, you can complete the quest. However, choosing your target wisely could enhance your experience. The northern depots—located within the Power Generation Complex and the Hydroponic Dome Complex—are bustling with bots and raiders on the hunt for loot and quests. For a more peaceful experience, you might want to steer clear of these areas. My attempt to access the Power Generation Complex was met with resistance, and I wouldn’t recommend it.
Instead, consider the depots in the south, particularly the one situated due west of the Water Treatment Control in a wooded area. Despite its proximity to the ARC and various extraction points, the thick trees and ditches provide ample concealment, allowing you to navigate quietly towards your objective.
Steps to Complete the Off the Radar Quest
Once you’ve selected your depot for the quest, executing the task is relatively simple compared to other missions in ARC Raiders.
As long as you reach the Field Depot without drawing unwanted attention from raiders or bots, your next step involves reaching the roof where the antenna is positioned. Use jumping and vaulting maneuvers until you find a grippable edge, and approach the control panel at the antenna’s base. An interaction prompt will light up in yellow; hit the button and wait for the process to complete. Afterward, Shani will contact you with your next set of instructions, which you can review at your leisure.
If you’re inclined to expedite your return after completing the quest, target the Field Depot nestled between the Control Tower and the Testing Annex. While it may seem risky, being situated near two intensively contested PvP areas means that most players are focused on their conflicts instead of chasing you in the neutral zone where the Field Depot resides.
The elevator is just a sprint away from this depot, and there are ample cover options nearby, allowing you to evade any potential ambushers effectively. Upon summoning the lift, duck behind pipes or into a nearby building, then make a break for it as soon as the elevator doors open.
If anything disrupts this plan, consider retreating northeast to the Red Lake area—assuming you possess a Raider Hatch Key. Although this route involves navigating through patrols of robots, it enables you to exit quietly without attracting too much attention across the map.
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