What to know
- There is no toggle or perk that disables fall damage in Arc Raiders
- A hidden interaction between rolling and stamina can negate fall damage
- Depleting stamina before falling extends the roll animation
- This technique works consistently across multiple map locations
ARC Raiders rewards smart movement, and one of the most useful traversal discoveries is a no-fall-damage movement technique that relies on roll timing and stamina depletion rather than exploits or glitches.
Below is a clean breakdown of how the mechanic works, why it works, and how you can use it reliably during raids.
Overview of the no fall damage movement technique
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Technique type | Movement timing + stamina interaction |
| Core action | Rolling during and after a fall |
| Key requirement | Fully depleted stamina |
| Risk level | Low once mastered |
| Works in combat | Yes |
| Intended mechanic | Yes (not an exploit) |
Why rolling prevents fall damage in Arc Raiders
Fall damage in Arc Raiders is calculated after your character exits certain movement animations. While the roll animation is active, the game either ignores or partially discounts vertical distance when applying damage.
This creates a window where your fall is effectively “unregistered” as long as you remain in the roll state.
The lesser-known part is that stamina directly affects how long this roll animation lasts.
How stamina changes the roll animation
When your stamina is full, rolls are fast and short. When stamina is completely depleted, the roll becomes:
- Slower
- Longer
- More forgiving with timing
That extended animation dramatically increases the distance you can fall without taking damage.
This is the core of the hidden movement mechanic.
How to perform the no fall damage roll in ARC Raiders
Step 1: Roll while falling
Input your roll/dodge during the fall, not just at the moment of landing. This queues the extended roll animation.
Step 2: Let the roll complete
Do not interrupt the animation. As long as the roll remains active when you hit the ground, fall damage is negated or heavily reduced.
Step 3: Recover and move immediately
Once the roll finishes, you regain control with preserved momentum, allowing fast repositioning or escape.
Where this technique works best
This technique is especially useful in vertical-heavy zones in ARC Raiders where traditional descent paths are limited.
Common effective locations include:
- Spaceport towers where ladders are exposed
- Multi-story buildings in Buried City
- The lobby train station drop in Stella Montis
Anywhere that normally forces a long climb down can often be bypassed safely using this method.
Is this an exploit or intended mechanic
This technique uses existing animation rules and stamina behavior. There is no clipping, no physics abuse, and no map breaking involved.
As of the current Arc Raiders build, this movement interaction is considered:
- Legitimate
- Consistent
- Multiplayer-safe
Until patched or rebalanced, it remains one of the most skill-expressive traversal techniques available.
Why this matters in real raids
Using this movement tech lets you escape threats faster, take aggressive vertical routes, save healing resources, and rotate silently without gadgets.
It rewards awareness and stamina management rather than raw gear.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Rolling after landing: Full fall damage applied
- Letting stamina recover mid-fall: Roll ends too early
- Rolling too early with stamina: Animation finishes before impact
- Spamming inputs: Cancels roll state
We hope the no fall damage guide for ARC Raiders offered all the clarity you were looking for and made your experience smoother. If you have any feedback, suggestions, or questions, drop them in the comments below. We actively read and respond, so feel free to reach out whenever you need extra help or guidance.
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