How to Survive the Buried City Highway Camp in ARC Raiders (Quest Guide)

The Grind: Surviving the Machine Oppression

Embark Studios has been hitting their stride with ARC Raiders, and if you've been spending any time in the Buried City, you know the vibe is bleak. The latest quest chain we’re looking at highlights the grim reality of the setting—where every minor victory is usually met with a crushing defeat. We’re moving past the "Switching the Supply" phase and getting into the meat of the Buried City’s narrative arc.

Pre-Mission Prep: Don't Go in Naked

Before you even think about hitting the Highway Camp, make sure you’ve cleared "Switching the Supply" at the Spaceport. This isn't a casual stroll; the travel distance is significant and the zones are hot. We highly recommend a high-tier firearm and a full stack of healing supplies.

Our pro tip? Pack an Adrenaline Shot and some Lure Grenades. The highway bridge is a death trap with almost zero cover. If you get caught in the open by a patrol or a rival squad, you’ll need those lures to create a window for a tactical retreat. If you see tracers flying near the weapon cache at the start of a match, sit tight for 5-10 minutes. Let the lobbies thin themselves out before you commit.

Objective Walkthrough: Buried City to Buried Properties

1. The Highway Camp

Drop into the Buried City and push toward the Highway Camp, situated southeast of the Grandioso Apartments. You’re looking for a bus with a small backpack leaning against it. Once you inspect it, the quest triggers a trail of red markers—small poles attached to derelict cars.

2. The Grave Site

While the game wants you to follow the breadcrumbs, veteran raiders can skip the scenic route. Head straight for the Buried Properties. Look for a "U" shape formed by crumbling walls directly southeast of the map marker. Inside those ruins, you’ll find a grave. Inspect it to wrap the objective. At this point, you’re done—loot the nearby buses for mechanical parts if the coast is clear, then hit the nearest extraction point.

Rewards: Drip Over Utility

Let’s be honest: the rewards for this specific run aren't going to overhaul your combat meta. You’re mainly doing this to unlock the "Prescriptions of the Past" questline. However, the Radio Renegade Outfit (Goggles Variant) is a solid cosmetic win.

Here is the loot breakdown:

• Radio Renegade Outfit (Goggles Variant): Access the customization menu to equip.
• 3x Noisemaker & 5x Blue Light Stick: Strictly for distraction plays or lighting up dark corners.
• 1x Rosary: Zero tactical value. Flip this at the vendor for quick cash.

Our take? It’s a somber, narrative-heavy quest that serves as a bridge to better gear. Do it for the progression and the skin, but don't expect the Noisemakers to save you in a high-intensity firefight against Arc units.