Arc Raiders: Groundbreaking Quest Walkthrough and Objectives Guide
The Groundbreaking quest in Arc Raiders is one of the more involved early-to-mid progression tasks you’ll encounter, sending you deep into the dangerous Blue Gate map. This area is always active, filled with rival raiders, valuable loot, and high-risk encounters, so preparation is key. The quest revolves around accessing a locked room at Pilgrim’s Peak, uncovering construction research, and tracking down a specific building shown on a whiteboard.
If you’re unsure where to go or how to safely complete each objective, this guide will walk you through the entire Groundbreaking quest step by step, while offering tips to minimize risk and maximize rewards.
Preparing for the Groundbreaking Quest
Once you accept the Groundbreaking quest, you’ll automatically receive the Blue Gate Communication Tower Key. ARCR Items are essential, as they unlock the room required for the first major objective. While the quest does not require extraction to complete, losing the key can severely slow your progress.
Because keys can be lost on death, it’s strongly recommended that you equip an augment with a safe pocket before deploying. Storing the key there ensures it won’t disappear if you’re eliminated during the raid. If you do lose the key, you’ll either need to wait until another one randomly appears or hope another player opens the door before you arrive—both unreliable options.
Once you’re properly equipped, head into Blue Gate and prepare for a fight. This map is heavily trafficked, and the locations tied to this quest are prime loot zones.
Entering the Locked Room at Pilgrim’s Peak
Your first destination is Pilgrim’s Peak, the northernmost point of interest on the Blue Gate map. This area is notorious for drawing in raiders due to its high-tier loot potential, so approach with caution. Move slowly, listen carefully, and clear rooms methodically.
After entering the Pilgrim’s Peak facility, make your way toward the eastern side of the structure. Here, you’ll find a clearly marked locked door. Use the Blue Gate Communication Tower Key to open it.
In some cases, another player may have already unlocked the door before you arrive. If that happens, do not waste your key—save it for a future run when you want to loot the area again.
Once inside, you’ll officially progress to the next objective.
Searching for Construction Research
Inside the locked room, you’ll find a whiteboard positioned on the right side. Interact with it to examine a photograph depicting an unfinished building. This image is crucial, as it reveals the location you’ll need to visit next.
While you’re in the room, take the time to thoroughly loot the area. Locked rooms at Pilgrim’s Peak often contain valuable cheap ARCR Items, including crafting materials, rare resources, and sometimes even a weapon case. If you find a usable weapon upgrade here, equipping it immediately can significantly increase your odds of surviving the remainder of the raid.
Once you’ve interacted with the whiteboard and gathered any loot you want, it’s time to move on.
Locating the Building from the Whiteboard
Your next destination lies to the southwest, at the Abandoned Housing Project point of interest. Be aware that this area is a common spawn location, making it especially dangerous early and mid-raid. Expect to encounter other raiders looting buildings or passing through.
Travel carefully, using cover where possible and avoiding open sightlines. Upon arrival, look for the unfinished building located just below the “Abandoned Housing Project” label on your map. Approaching this structure will trigger the next objective.
Photographing the Abandoned Housing Project
Once you reach the correct building, you’ll need to take a photograph to complete the quest. Walk up to any of the interactable spots around the structure and interact with them to capture the photo.
After the photograph is taken, the Groundbreaking quest will be marked as complete. No additional objectives or extractions are required.
Extracting Safely from Blue Gate
With the quest finished, your final task is simply getting out alive. Head toward your preferred extraction point, but stay alert—Blue Gate is infamous for extraction campers. Before initiating extraction, scan nearby rooftops, corners, and interiors. Keep your weapon ready and assume someone may be watching.
If everything goes smoothly, you’ll return to Speranza with the Groundbreaking quest completed and its rewards secured.
Final Tips for Success
Always keep quest keys in a safe pocket augment.
Expect resistance at Pilgrim’s Peak and the Abandoned Housing Project.
Loot the locked room thoroughly—it’s often worth the risk.
Be patient at extraction points and clear the area before committing.
With careful planning and smart positioning, Groundbreaking becomes a manageable and rewarding quest. Stay sharp out there, raider.