Arc Raiders Expedition Rewards: A Complete Guide to Prestige Benefits

Understanding Arc Raiders’ Expedition System

Arc Raiders has introduced an innovative approach to progression resets with its Expedition Project system. Embark Studios outlined what players can expect from the Expedition, a feature that lets you wipe your progress and start a new character with special rewards and bonuses based on your previous character’s stash value. Players can choose whether to opt in to the Expedition in a window open from December 17-22, making this an entirely optional prestige mechanic for those seeking a fresh challenge.

What Rewards Are Guaranteed?

Players who commit to sending their Raider on an Expedition will receive several permanent rewards. Committing to the Expedition guarantees a new outfit, a Janitor Cap for Scrappy, a special Indicator icon, and +12 stash space—that’s all permanent. These cosmetic and quality-of-life improvements provide lasting value beyond the current season, ensuring that your investment carries forward through future gameplay cycles.

Bonus Skill Points Based on Wealth

The most significant variable reward comes in the form of bonus skill points. Your next Raider can earn up to five skill points based on the total value of your Stash and Coins at the time of departure, with one million Coins worth of value equalling one extra skill point. This wealth-based system rewards players who have accumulated substantial resources before committing to their Expedition departure.

Temporary Buffs and Cumulative Benefits

Beyond permanent unlocks, Expeditions offer temporary advantages that last throughout the next cycle. Players can expect XP boosts, more upgrade materials from Scrappy, better weapon repairs, and so on. Importantly, expedition rewards are cumulative, meaning you’ll get increased bonuses if you keep retiring Raiders in subsequent seasons, creating a long-term progression path for dedicated players.

Is the Investment Worth It?

The community remains divided on whether Expedition rewards justify the extensive requirements. Arc is providing this prestige option for its hardcore adherents who love the grind, while players who don’t prestige will actually be at more of a mechanical advantage at the start of a given season. This design ensures that Expeditions remain a personal challenge rather than a mandatory competitive advantage, allowing casual players to enjoy the game without falling behind those who choose to prestige.