A new quest guide for ARC Raiders explains how to complete the 'A First Foothold' objectives on the Blue Gate map. Players must visit four key locations without waypoints, with tips to manage risks during extraction runs. Completing the tasks rewards specific grenades from Apollo.
In ARC Raiders, quests like 'A First Foothold' introduce players to new maps by directing them to important areas. This quest activates upon unlocking the Blue Gate map, where Apollo, the expert on gadgets and grenades, instructs players to explore four spots: the Ridgeline Observation Deck, the Olive Grove Comms Terminal, the Satellite Dishes on the Church Roof, and the Raider Structure in the Trapper's Glade.
The guide notes that these objectives lack waypoints, relying instead on brief descriptions, which can make navigation challenging. To locate the Ridgeline Observation Deck, players should place a waypoint over the 'ne' in 'Ridgeline' on the map's east side and follow the perimeter. The Olive Grove Comms Terminal sits between the Highway Collapse and the Olive Grove, roughly equidistant from both. For the Satellite Dishes, head to the northeast edge between Pilgrim's Peak and the Village; access the church roof by jumping from the back or using the front structure.
The Raider Structure lies just south of the 'Trapper's Glade' label; players climb to the roof and repair the plates. Given the map's size, the guide recommends tackling at least two locations per Topside run to minimize exposure to ARC threats and other players. Longer sessions increase risks, so carrying a hatch key helps ensure a safe return to Speranza.
Upon completion, Apollo provides rewards: three Shrapnel Grenades, three Snap Blast Grenades, and three Heavy Fuze Grenades. This setup helps players acclimate to Blue Gate while building resources for raids in Embark Studios' third-person extraction shooter.
