In ARC Raiders, blueprints are your key to survival. They’re the backbone of crafting — unlocking stronger gear, powerful ordnance, and rare weapons that can turn the tide topside. If you’re hunting for these valuable consumables to craft Rare and Legendary weapons, this guide will show you the best blueprint farming spots to hit early in the game.

How Blueprint Farming Works

Blueprints in ARC Raiders are randomized global loot. They fall under precious consumables — and you’ll most often find them in Medium or Heavy Loot areas. Of course, that means higher rewards… but also higher risks. These zones are crawling with ARC enemies and rival Raiders ready to ambush.

But don’t worry — there are a few low-risk farming locations perfect for early-game players. They’re close to extraction points, so you can loot safely and get out fast.

Best Early Blueprint Farming Spots

First up, Formicai Outpost, on the northeastern edge of the Dam Battlegrounds map. It’s an isolated tower with a single entry point — easy to miss, and even easier to defend. This spot doesn’t get much traffic, but it’s got two guaranteed crate spawns, and one of them can be a Weapon Crate. You’ll also find smaller containers and bags scattered around. When you enter, check both sides for loot, then move into the main area — that’s where blueprints drop nine times out of ten. Because it’s so remote, you can approach it by circling the map to avoid enemies and players.

And here’s a pro tip: Run this route during Night Raids — loot quality goes up by nearly 150%, though ARC enemy activity also triples.

If you spawn nearby, great.

If not, try your luck at the Raider Outpost East — another potential blueprint farming site. The drop rate is a bit lower, but if you start close by, it’s worth checking the crates there before moving on.

Weapon Crate Locations – Dam Battlegrounds

Now, let’s talk Weapon Crates — the a great sources for weapons in general.

The Control Tower top floor is the ultimate hotspot. It’s packed with crates… but also packed with players. Expect a fight.

The Hydroponics Dome Complex is another high-traffic loot zone worth checking.

If you want a quieter run, head to the South Swamp Outpost in the southwest corner of the map. It’s off the beaten path and often has at least one weapon crate spawn.

You can also hit Small Creek, just outside the Control Tower — it’s a great place to snag a few extra crates while everyone else is distracted fighting inside.

And don’t forget the Floodgates and The Breach — the ruined corridor between the Power Generation Complex and the Primary Facility. There are several potential weapon crate spawns here, but be careful — this area is high traffic and extremely dangerous.

So there you have it — the best blueprint farming routes in ARC Raiders. Stick to these locations, plan your extractions carefully, and you’ll be swimming in Rare and Legendary blueprints before you know it. Good luck out there, Raider.