Crafting Guide for Beginners in Arc Raiders

Start crafting in Arc Raiders with this beginner friendly guide. Learn crafting stations, recipes, material gathering, and how to make your first upgraded gear.

Crafting Basics

Crafting in Arc Raiders transforms raw materials into useful gear, weapons, and consumables. You need a crafting station and the right materials. Each recipe shows exactly what materials you need and what you will get.

Finding Crafting Stations

Crafting stations are found throughout your base and in certain raid locations. Each station type handles different recipes. Weapon stations craft weapons, armor stations handle armor, and workbenches handle general items. Upgrade your stations to unlock better recipes.

Gathering Materials

Materials come from three main sources: looting during raids, recycling unwanted items, and quest rewards. Focus on collecting materials from the start. Even items that seem useless now may contain valuable materials when recycled.

Your First Crafting Projects

Start with basic healing items and repair kits. These have simple recipes and low material costs. Once you have a steady material supply, move on to weapons and armor. Do not try to craft rare gear immediately. Build up your material reserves first.

Efficient Crafting Workflow

Check what recipes are available at each station level. Plan your material gathering around specific recipes you want to craft. Use the recycling calculator to figure out which raid items give you the materials you need. Prioritize crafting items that directly improve your raid performance.