ARC Raiders Official Builds Library

Discover, Compare & Master Meta Builds

Welcome to the official ARC Raiders builds library. Explore three expertly-crafted meta builds optimized for different playstyles, learn their strengths and weaknesses, and discover how to create your perfect character configuration.

Meta Builds Comparison: Find Your Perfect Strategy

Choose from our official meta builds, each optimized for specific playstyles and progression goals. All builds are community-tested and officially verified for maximum effectiveness.

Build Name Focus Level Survival Mobility Conditioning Best For
🎒 Loot Goblin Looting Specialist 1-75 38 pts (51%) 18 pts (24%) 19 pts (25%) Maximum loot collection
⚖️ Balanced Hybrid Versatile All-Rounder 1-75 26 pts (35%) 35 pts (47%) 14 pts (19%) Balanced gameplay
⚡ Elite Loot Mobility Loot + Movement 1-50 18 pts (25%) 19 pts (26%) 13 pts (18%) Early-game balance

Official Meta Builds: Detailed Overview

🎒 Best Practical Loot Goblin

Specialization Build

Overview: Maximum inventory capacity and looting speed

Playstyle: loot

📊 Build Statistics

  • Total Levels: 75 (Complete progression)
  • Total Points: 75 skill points
  • Survival Investment: 38 points (51%) - Strong looting
  • Mobility Investment: 18 points (24%) - Support mobility
  • Conditioning Investment: 19 points (25%) - Balanced defense

💪 Key Strengths

  • Maximizes inventory capacity - Broad Shoulders max level provides +10KG
  • Extremely high looting efficiency - Looter's Instincts and Looter's Luck maxed
  • Unlocks security lockers - Security Breach skill
  • Weapon weight optimization - Loaded Arms unlocks 0 weight for equipped weapons
  • Complete capstone skills - Security Breach and Minesweeper

⚠️ Key Weaknesses

  • Weaker early game survivability - Main investment in looting skills
  • Limited Mobility investment - Movement capabilities are restricted
  • Minimal Conditioning investment - Only used for prerequisite unlocks

👥 Best For

Players who want to collect the most loot

→ View Full Best Practical Loot Goblin Build Guide

⚖️ Balanced Hybrid Build

All-Rounder Build

Overview: Balanced Survival looting, Mobility movement, and Conditioning defense

Playstyle: hybrid

📊 Build Statistics

  • Total Levels: 75 (Complete progression)
  • Total Points: 75 skill points
  • Survival Investment: 26 points (35%) - Strong looting
  • Mobility Investment: 35 points (47%) - Primary focus
  • Conditioning Investment: 14 points (19%) - Minimal utility

💪 Key Strengths

  • Balanced investment across all three trees - No major weaknesses
  • Youthful Lungs + Marathon Runner - Perfect stamina optimization
  • Broad Shoulders + Stubborn Mule - Optimal inventory and carrying capacity
  • Heroic Leap maxed - Strong mobility
  • Loaded Arms + A Little Extra - Complete defense configuration

⚠️ Key Weaknesses

  • No specialization - Not the strongest in any single direction
  • Scattered investment - May not perform as well as specialized builds in specific scenarios
  • Traveling Tinkerer is not as powerful as other capstone skills

👥 Best For

Players who want a well-rounded build without major weaknesses

→ View Full Balanced Hybrid Build Build Guide

⚡ Elite Loot Mobility

Early-Game Build

Overview: Perfect fusion of looting speed and movement flexibility, stops at level 50

Playstyle: loot-mobility

📊 Build Statistics

  • Total Levels: 73 (Early-game complete)
  • Total Points: 73 skill points
  • Survival Investment: 18 points (25%) - Looting focus
  • Mobility Investment: 19 points (26%) - Support mobility
  • Conditioning Investment: 13 points (18%) - Minimal utility

💪 Key Strengths

  • Complete level 50 build - Perfect for early game
  • Max loot speed - Achieved at L40
  • Complete mobility capabilities - Slip and Slide maxed
  • Optimal stamina management - Marathon Runner + Youthful Lungs maxed
  • Key survival skills obtained - Survivor's Stamina and Traveling Tinkerer

⚠️ Key Weaknesses

  • No inventory capacity investment - No Broad Shoulders
  • Limited defense capabilities - Only 18 points in Conditioning
  • Lacks capstone skills - No capstone abilities
  • Limited future development - Only a mid-game build

👥 Best For

Players who want early looting and mobility balance

→ View Full Elite Loot Mobility Build Guide

How to Choose Your Build

Build Selection Decision Tree

Question 1: What's your primary goal?
  • → Maximize Looting

    Choose Loot Goblin. Highest inventory capacity and fastest looting speed.

  • → Balanced Gameplay

    Choose Balanced Hybrid. Excel at everything, perfect for flexibility.

  • → Early Completeness

    Choose Elite Loot Mobility. Level 50 with looting + movement combo.

Question 2: What level are you planning?
  • → Level 50: Elite Loot Mobility is your only option
  • → Level 75 - Specialist: Loot Goblin maximizes one skill
  • → Level 75 - Versatile: Balanced Hybrid handles everything
Question 3: Are you playing solo or team?
  • → Solo: Loot Goblin for efficiency or Balanced Hybrid for safety
  • → Team: Balanced Hybrid fills multiple roles perfectly

Detailed Build Comparison: Strengths vs Weaknesses

Aspect 🎒 Loot Goblin ⚖️ Balanced Hybrid ⚡ Elite Loot Mobility
Looting Speed ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mastered) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Strong) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Strong)
Inventory Capacity ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Maximum) ⭐⭐⭐ (Good) ⭐⭐ (Basic)
Movement Speed ⭐⭐ (Basic) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Optimized) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Strong)
Defense/Survival ⭐⭐ (Weak) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Balanced) ⭐⭐⭐ (Adequate)
Combat Ability ⭐ (Minimal) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Solid) ⭐⭐⭐ (Decent)
Team Flexibility ⭐ (Specialist) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Universal) ⭐⭐⭐ (Dual-role)
Field Crafting ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Full) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Most) ⭐⭐⭐ (Partial)
Capstone Skills ⭐⭐ (2/6) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Multiple) ⭐ (0/6)
Overall Versatility ⭐ (Specialized) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Universal) ⭐⭐⭐ (Balanced)

Or Create Your Own Custom Build

Don't like any of these meta builds? Use our interactive skill tree editor to design your perfect character configuration from scratch.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Builds

Which build is best for beginners?

We recommend starting with Elite Loot Mobility at level 50. It teaches both looting and movement mechanics without overwhelming you. Once you understand both mechanics, you can choose Loot Goblin (specialist) or Balanced Hybrid (versatile) for your full level 75 progression.

Can I switch from one build to another?

Absolutely! Our skill tree editor lets you plan any build. In-game respeccing depends on game mechanics. Our tool is perfect for testing different builds before committing your actual points.

Which build is most popular?

The Balanced Hybrid is most popular for new players (versatile, no weak spots), while experienced players prefer Loot Goblin (specialized efficiency).

Can I modify these meta builds?

Yes! These are starting templates. You can use our editor to customize them. Many players tweak these builds to suit their playstyle.

What's the difference between specialization and balance?

Specialization (Loot Goblin) = Highest performance in one area, weak in others. Balance (Balanced Hybrid) = Good in everything, peak in nothing.

Are there other viable builds?

Absolutely! These three are official recommendations, but countless custom builds work great. Use our tool to experiment and find what suits your playstyle.

Build Resources & Guides

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