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Prospecting Probes

Prospecting Probes

ARC Raiders Event · Map Condition · Europe server

Blue GateBuried CityDamRiven Tides

Server region

Times shown for Europe

Since patch 1.42 each regional server runs a different event rotation. Pick yours if the times don't match what you see in-game.

Prospecting Probes Schedule — Live Timer (EU)

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Prospecting Probes

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Dam

6m 22s

remaining

Upcoming(8)

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Riven Tides

2h 6m

10:00 AM

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Prospecting Probes

Buried City

8h 6m

04:00 PM

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Prospecting Probes

Blue Gate

15h 6m

11:00 PM

Prospecting Probes

Prospecting Probes

Riven Tides

18h 6m

02:00 AM

Prospecting Probes

Prospecting Probes

Buried City

21h 6m

05:00 AM

Prospecting Probes

Prospecting Probes

Dam

24h 6m

08:00 AM

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Prospecting Probes

Riven Tides

27h 6m

11:00 AM

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Prospecting Probes

Buried City

33h 6m

05:00 PM

Prospecting Probes is a map condition in ARC Raiders where ARC scanning probes deploy across the map, systematically surveying resource deposits. The probes emit visible scanning beams that highlight areas rich in materials. Following the probes leads to concentrated loot zones with higher-than-normal material spawns. However, the probes also attract other Raiders looking for easy farming runs, making these hotspots contested.

Strategy & Tips

Follow the probe scanning paths to find concentrated loot zones. Bring a large backpack or augment with extra safe pockets — you will find more materials than usual. Be cautious around probe hotspots as other Raiders will be farming the same areas. Consider arriving at a probe zone, looting quickly, and extracting before competition arrives. The probes move on a pattern, so learn their routes for efficient runs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Prospecting Probes in ARC Raiders?

Prospecting Probes is a map condition where ARC scanning probes reveal resource-rich areas. Following them leads to concentrated material spawns.

Are Prospecting Probes good for farming?

Yes, Prospecting Probes is one of the best conditions for material farming. The probes highlight areas with increased material spawns.

Which maps have Prospecting Probes?

Prospecting Probes appears on Dam Battlegrounds, Blue Gate, Spaceport, Buried City, and Riven Tides. The Riven Tides probes were added with the April 2026 update and concentrate around the Seabed and shoreline.