Best Loadouts

A loadout in Arc Raiders consists of your primary weapon, secondary weapon, gear modifications, and consumable items. The right loadout depends on your playstyle, the zone you are entering, and whether you are playing solo or with a squad.

The core principle of loadout building: match your weapons to your engagement distances. If you prefer long-range combat, bring precision weapons and optics. If you play aggressively and close distance, prioritize mobility and close-range firepower.

Secondary weapons fill gaps in your primary's capabilities. Even if you main an assault rifle, carrying a pistol as a secondary gives you a fast-switch option when reloading your primary in close quarters.

The Arpeggio assault rifle paired with an SMG secondary creates the most versatile loadout in Arc Raiders. The AR handles mid to long range while the SMG covers close quarters when enemies push inside your effective range.

Mod setup for this build: extended magazine on the AR for sustained firefights, muzzle brake for recoil control, and a red dot sight for quick target acquisition. The SMG gets a laser sight for hip-fire accuracy in close quarters.

Armor choice: medium armor that balances mobility and protection. Heavy armor slows you down too much for this playstyle, and light armor does not provide enough survival in extended fights.

Two SMGs and a pistol secondary maximizes close-range lethality. The Fang SMG as primary with a Viper SMG as secondary gives you two high fire-rate weapons that shred enemies at close range.

Mod priority: laser sights on both SMGs for hip-fire accuracy, extended magazines to reduce reload frequency, and the fastest-handling stock available to maintain mobility.

Play this build by forcing close-range engagements. Use movement abilities and cover to close distance quickly. The moment you let enemies establish distance, your advantage disappears.

The Reaper sniper rifle dominates long-range engagements. Pair it with a high-maneuverability pistol for when enemies close the distance. This build requires patience and positioning discipline.

Mod setup: highest-zoom scope available, bipod or stable stock to reduce sway, and an extended magazine if you can afford the weight penalty. The pistol should be optimized for quick draws.

Positioning is everything for this build. Find elevated positions with clear sight lines, establish your nest before engaging, and have a retreat route planned for when enemies push your position.

Heavy weapons like the Carnage LMG paired with an AR provides squad firepower. Your role is providing suppressive fire and handling swarms while your squad maneuvers.

Mod priority: extended barrel for range, large-capacity magazine for sustained fire, and bipod for stability when deployed. The AR handles precision work while the LMG provides volume.

Stay with your squad and communicate heavily. Your LMG is most effective when you can pre-aim at enemy approach routes while your teammates call out targets.

Solo play requires self-sufficiency. An AR with an SMG secondary, healing items, and smoke grenades gives you flexibility to handle any situation without relying on squad support.

Armor should lean toward medium or heavy -- you cannot rely on teammates to cover your mistakes. Extra protection compensates for the lack of squad backup.

Always plan your extraction before engaging the objective. As a solo, you have no one to watch your back during the extraction timer. Clear the extraction zone thoroughly before starting the countdown.