Should You Complete the Expedition in ARC Raiders: Is It Worth Your Time?

The subject of the Trials or Expedition in ARC Raiders has stirred considerable discussion since its inception. Many players find the requirements for successfully completing the Expedition demanding their time and effort, often labeling them as monotonous.

Despite the substantial investment needed, the question arises: are the rewards justifying this time commitment? With the initial phase of the Expedition set to conclude on December 17, now is the perfect moment to evaluate whether or not to undertake this challenge.

What Awaits You: Rewards for Completing the Expedition in ARC Raiders

ARC Raiders Expedition — Screenshot by Prima Games

The Expedition consists of six different stages where players must achieve specific objectives. These include gathering particular materials, contributing items, and waiting a full week to complete the Expedition. For those interested, a detailed list of Expedition requirements is available here.

Upon successfully finishing the Expedition, players are rewarded with:

Permanent Unlocks

The Patchwork Raider outfit
Scrappy Janitor Cap
Expeditions Indicator icon
Skill points (determined by Stash value)
+12 Stash space

Temporary Buffs

10% repair buff
5% XP boost
6% increased materials yield from Scrappy

When it comes to skill points, the amount you gain correlates directly with your Raider’s Stash value, which includes all items and coins. For every one million Coins’ worth of value accumulated, you earn an additional skill point for your next Raider.

So, the pressing question remains: are these rewards worthwhile?

For players with limited gaming time, the effort required to gather the necessary materials for the Expedition may not be justified. Keeping in mind that Workshop upgrades will also reset, requiring significant grinding once again complicates the matter.

Conversely, players who dedicate more time to gaming might find the Expedition rewarding, especially for the cosmetic items. Nevertheless, the 5 million Coins necessary for an additional five skill points can still feel excessive. Depending on gaming strategies and skill levels, the time required to gather 5, 000, 000 items worth of Coins could exceed 40 hours.

Consequently, the rewards might not offer sufficient incentive. For gamers able to dedicate only a few hours each week, it may be wise to forgo the Expedition. Even for those investing 20-30 hours weekly—which is notably time-consuming—the Expedition may not be worthwhile unless you possess a completionist mindset.

In conclusion, the Expedition is best suited for players eager to embrace the challenge and enjoy the experience of progressing and resetting. Assess your playstyle and time constraints carefully before making your decision.

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