Complete the Until Dawn Quest in Escape from Tarkov: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Until Dawn quest represents the finale of the Halloween event in Escape from Tarkov for 2024. This particular challenge is known for its difficulty, largely due to the tedious nature of the tasks involved, reminiscent of the Stylish One quest involving Killa. Despite the grind, many players are motivated by the prospect of earning valuable rewards, such as high-priced keys and permanent barter options. These incentives are significant enough to drive players to complete the quest, along with the additional loot gathered from raids and the exhilarating action throughout. Below, we’ll guide you through successfully completing the Until Dawn quest in Escape from Tarkov.

Steps to Complete the Until Dawn Quest in Escape from Tarkov

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To wrap up the Until Dawn challenge, the following tasks must be accomplished:

Defeat 15 cultists at Ground Zero
Defeat 15 cultists at Lighthouse
Defeat 15 cultists at Shoreline
Defeat 15 cultists at Streets of Tarkov
Defeat 15 cultists at Woods
Defeat 15 cultists at Customs
Defeat 15 cultists at Factory during the night

The task list is extensive, and completing each will take considerable time. To initiate your journey towards finishing the Until Dawn quest, it’s essential to become acquainted with the maps and the spawn locations.

Map	Spawn Location	Strategy
Ground Zero	Terragroup Building and main street	Cultists can spawn at any Scav position on the map, so expect to find them anywhere. Focus your efforts on the Terragroup building, as it has numerous Scav spawn points, and aim for an extraction near V-Ex if cultists do not appear.
Lighthouse	Village, Chalet, and Water Treatment Building #2	Check each area; if your spawn is distant from others, consider extracting and resetting. Both the Priest and Harbinger may appear here, and you can explore every area based on your level of risk tolerance.
Shoreline	Resort, swamp village, and Weather Station	Utilize a strategy similar to that of Lighthouse, as the Priest and Harbinger can spawn here too. Avoid the Resort during early engagement if your spawn is far away; it tends to be a frequent hotspot and can put you at a disadvantage.
Streets of Tarkov	Residential Area (Zmejskij alley)	This map can be perilous, especially in darkness. There are many exposed areas in the residential zone, so your strategy should focus on patrolling the backyards and ensuring a thorough search for cultists.
Woods	Northwest Scav Bunker	While a mid-range or long-range weapon is beneficial here, a close-range option may be preferable when rushing the bunker near the Scav bridge. Stick to the bushes to evade detection from other players.
Customs	Stronghold	The Stronghold is where both the Priest and Harbinger can spawn. Employ a quick in-and-out tactic; if they aren’t present, head to the nearest extraction point. Use the slope near the construction site for cover as you approach, allowing for a stealthier assault.
Factory	Various locations	There’s no specific strategy for Factory other than effective gameplay. It is a PvP-centric map, where engagements with other players are likely more frequent than encounters with cultists.

Since you need to defeat 15 cultists on each map, it’s up to you to decide the order in which to tackle the objectives, or you can rotate between maps. You even have the option to transition from one map to another, provided the time frame is between 10 PM and 7 AM, which saves you from lengthy loadouts or distant extractions.

Rewards for the Until Dawn Quest in Escape from Tarkov

Completing Until Dawn grants the following rewards:

RB-PKPM marked key
RB-VO marked key
RB-BK marked key
T-7 Thermal Goggles with a Night Vision attachment

Additionally, you unlock these barters with Jaeger:

Lobaev Arms DVL-10 7.62×51 bolt-action sniper rifle
Benelli M3 Super 90 12ga dual-mode shotgun

The keys alone enable you to barter for the Customs Marked Room 314 Key, which ranks as one of the game’s most valuable keys. You can also make use of all three marked keys up to 1/10 uses before trading them for a new Customs marked key. In addition, you’ll receive top-tier thermal NVG gear and gain access to two permanent barters from Jaeger.

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