What to know

  • Blue Gate unlocks after 18 completed matches in ARC Raiders.
  • It is the most difficult map with a 4-star difficulty rating.
  • The map includes open areas, small settlements, extensive tunnels, and underground facilities.
  • Some tunnels require keys like Communication Tower Key and Confiscation Room Key.

The Blue Gate serves as a high-level map in ARC Raiders, considered an endgame area. It offers superior loot quality, including rare crafting materials, weapons, and blueprints. The map is set in a mountainous region with a mix of open terrain and complex tunnel systems, which create dynamic gameplay opportunities for both PvP and PvE encounters.

The Blue Gate: Quick overview

Aspect Details
Unlock requirement Finish 18 matches
Difficulty 4-star (highest difficulty)
Map features Mountains, open areas, towns, tunnels
Key tunnels Standard (no key), communication tower (key), confiscation room (key), vertical shafts (no key)
Main loot area Confiscation room
Key locations Residential areas (e.g., Ruby Residence)
PvP hotspots Northern side of the map

When and how the Blue Gate unlocks

Players unlock the Blue Gate map after finishing 18 total matches. The game gradually unlocks maps as you progress: Practice Range at 4 matches, Buried City at 6, Spaceport at 12, and finally Blue Gate at 18. This progression encourages skill growth and preparation for the toughest challenges ARC Raiders offers.

Blue Gate map layout and significant locations

  • The northern side of the map is a hotspot for PvP with open terrain and high loot rarity but requires caution due to vulnerability.
  • The south side is quieter with segmented areas like forests and weathered architecture but still holds significant arc threats.
  • A central feature is the "Checkpoint," which looks like a vehicle graveyard but is the entrance to a vast tunnel network.

Blue Gate tunnels and keys

The tunnels are crucial for navigation, stealth, and loot access:

  • Standard Passage: Core tunnels accessible to all players, allowing covert movement.
  • Communication Tower Passage: Requires the Communication Tower Key.
  • Confiscation Room: High-tier loot area requiring the Confiscation Room Key.
  • Vertical Shafts: Open passages connecting tunnels to the surface, useful for swift exits or repositioning.

Tips for finding and using the Blue Gate keys

  • The Communication Tower Key and Confiscation Room Key are randomly found in residential areas like Ruby Residence.
  • Planning raids focusing on tunnel routes using these keys can optimize loot gains and survival chances.
  • Use tunnels to avoid open combat or reposition quickly during fights.
  • Understand that the confined tunnel environment can intensify encounters with ARCs and other players, so proceed cautiously.