Mastering Survival in Arc Raiders’ Close Scrutiny Endgame Map

Close Scrutiny is a fresh map condition introduced in the Flashpoint update of Arc Raiders, and it might just be the toughest challenge yet. While dealing with Queens and Matriarchs is one thing, the Close Scrutiny Arc Operation presents a whole new level of difficulty, especially with the new Vaporizer enemies popping up everywhere.

However, the unique Assessors tied to this map condition offer a wealth of valuable loot, provided you’re ready to tackle the challenge. Let’s break down what Close Scrutiny entails and how to maximize your success during your runs.

Close Scrutiny can occur on all exterior maps (excluding Stella Montis) and features some unique effects:

Your main objective is to locate and loot Arc Assessors, which are essentially drop pods filled with new Arc materials. Although the overall loot is reduced, the enhanced Arc loot is a treasure trove for those hunting for robot parts. Expect to see Vaporizers and Surveyors spawning in abundance.

This map condition is designed as an endgame modifier, ramping up the difficulty with the sheer number of Arc enemies that appear. To survive, you’ll need plenty of healing items and powerful weapons like the Hullcracker, Dolabra, or Wolfpacks. Teamwork is crucial, so rally some friends to tackle this challenge together.

Assessors are large, three-legged platforms that start landing a few minutes into a Close Scrutiny match and will continue to drop throughout the raid. You’ll spot them descending from the sky, and when they land, they emit bright red beams of light, making them easy to locate.

Once you reach an Assessor, you’ll find three containers to breach and loot by climbing up its legs. Just be patient and wait for the platform to fan out before attempting to breach.

However, breaching an Assessor triggers an alarm that alerts nearby Arc enemies and spawns even more, including Vaporizers. Other players will also hear the alarm, so be prepared for competition.

Assessors are well-guarded, so you can choose to approach them stealthily or go in guns blazing. Here are some tips to help you successfully loot them:

So, what rewards await you from the Assessors that make the risk worthwhile? Assessors can yield:

– Arc Raiders roadmap: New and improved
– Arc Raiders best skills: Survive the surface
– Arc Raiders best weapons: Just don’t lose them
– Arc Raiders Expeditions: Retire your Raider
– Arc Raiders quests: All the missions and how to beat ’em
– Arc Raiders Weather Monitor Project: Beat the wind
– Arc Raiders Trophy Display Project: Big game hunter