Your HP is low, your shield is depleted, and the evacuation point is miles away. You have so many valuables that you can't risk getting knocked over ARC Raiders' Ruthless drone. what do you do An experienced raider will start making bandages and shield rechargers.
Yes, it is possible to create some items mid-match while you are exploring in Topside ARC Raiders. However, the option is not available by default, and you have to unlock it with your precious skill points. Here's how.
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How to craft while Topside
You will need it Unlock in-round crafting skills since ARC Raiders Survival Skills Tree. This adds a “craft” option to your in-raid inventory, along with eight starter items you can craft while Topside. Once in game, press TAB (inventory button) to view options. Note that you need specific materials for each item to craft it.
One downside of mid-match crafting is that it slows you down. There is no option to craft items in bulk, so if you need more than one item, you must craft them one at a time. However, in-round crafting lets you craft critical items like bandages and shield rechargers, making it one of the solid skills. ARC Raiders.
Field-crafting skills explained
The Survival Node tied to mid-match crafting has two main skills: in-round crafting, which unlocks the option, and Traveling Tinkerer, which expands it.
In-round crafting
After spending a few skill points in the survival skill tree, you gain access to in-round crafting. According to the game, “This unlocks the ability to field-craft items while Topside.” However, the options are limited and only allow basic items to be created initially. Those looking to expand the list of craftable items will need to unlock the Traveling Tinkerer skill.
Travel Tinkerer
Unlocked after you reach the second major node of the Survival skill tree, the Traveling Tinkerer adds seven more recipes to the field-crafting option. Only after acquiring this skill can you craft the Raider Hatch Key and other useful items such as Herbal Bandages.
15 points are required to reach the second node of the survival skill tree.
Each item you can craft is top side
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Tips for crafting mid-match items
- Make the most of clothing. If you're out of bandages, you'll need five pieces of fabric to make a craft. Use this to your advantage when topside.
- rescue exploitation. If you don't have the necessary materials for specific items, save the unnecessary items in your inventory to get some.
- Check the craft menu when stuck. Many players forget that they can craft things mid-match, so be sure to check your inventory when an enemy or ARC pushes you, as you can save the day with craftable items.
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October 30, 2025
- ESRB
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Juvenile / violence, blood
