Arc Raiders' Mobility Skills and Expedition Strategy
Arc Raiders introduces an innovative XP system for permanent upgrades, a fresh twist in the extraction genre where temporary gear upgrades usually dominate. This new mechanic adds a strategic layer to character development.
However, the skill tree has its drawbacks. Not being able to respec can be frustrating, especially since many perk descriptions are vague or misleading. Players often invest in the Mobility tree expecting a "Flash"-like speed boost, only to find that many later skills don’t function as implied.
Key Mobility Skills to Prioritize
- Marathon Runner – A valuable early skill that significantly boosts movement endurance.
- Youthful Lungs – Another early upgrade that enhances stamina and resilience.
These start-of-tree perks are highly effective and don’t require heavy skill investment.
Recommended Next Steps
After securing the initial Mobility skills, it’s wise to pivot to the Survival tree. Important skills there include:
- Looter’s Instincts
- Broad Shoulders
- In-Round Crafting
- Security Breach
Building your Expedition caravan in the upcoming weeks is crucial to retiring your raider efficiently during the first Expedition Project.
"Earning XP for simple upgrades is one of the coolest and most unique additions Arc Raiders brings to the extraction genre."
"If you're anything like me, you've been lulled into the Mobility tree to become the Flash, only to realise that half the skills—mainly the later ones—don't work like you think they would based on what you're told in-game."
Author's summary: Arc Raiders challenges typical upgrade strategies with permanent XP-based perks, but vague descriptions and lack of respec require players to focus on early Mobility skills before exploring Survival options.