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Prospecting Probes

Prospecting Probes — SA

ARC Raiders Event · Map Condition · South America server

Blue GateBuried CityDamRiven Tides

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Prospecting Probes Schedule — Live Timer (SA)

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Blue Gate

32m 54s

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Blue Gate

32m 54s

04:00 AM

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Riven Tides

3h 32m

07:00 AM

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Buried City

6h 32m

10:00 AM

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Dam

9h 32m

01:00 PM

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Prospecting Probes

Riven Tides

12h 32m

04:00 PM

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Prospecting Probes

Buried City

18h 32m

10:00 PM

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Blue Gate

25h 32m

05:00 AM

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Riven Tides

28h 32m

08:00 AM

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Buried City

31h 32m

11:00 AM

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Prospecting Probes

Dam

34h 32m

02:00 PM

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Prospecting Probes

Riven Tides

37h 32m

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.