Beach ARC Trial Three Star Strategy
This guide is a complete, practical walkthrough for the Damage ARC on the Beach weekly trial in Arc Raiders. It covers everything from where to land and how to position, to the best loadouts, team roles, and micro‑plays that convert time into trial points quickly. Whether you’re running this solo or with a squad, the strategies below are tuned to get you to 4,000 points and secure 3 stars reliably while minimizing risk and wasted time.
What the trial actually asks you to do
The objective is simple in wording but specific in execution: deal damage to ARC enemies while standing on beach terrain. Only damage dealt while you are on the sand counts toward the trial. That positional requirement changes how you approach fights—chasing enemies inland or finishing them off away from the shoreline will not help. The three‑star threshold is the target: 4,000 trial points. Everything you do should maximize points per minute while keeping you alive long enough to extract early once the threshold is reached.
Why Riven Tides and Azzurro Beach matter
Riven Tides is the only map with the beach geometry that reliably counts for this objective. Within that map, Azzurro Beach and the adjacent Seabed POI are the hotspots. These zones spawn the densest mix of ARC patrols, flying units, and special threats that pass low over the shoreline—perfect for creating multi‑target damage windows. Landing anywhere else on the map will slow you down because ARC patrols tend to move inland or disperse, and damage outside the sand won’t count.
Landing and early rotation: the first five minutes
Drop directly onto the sand near the waterline but close to hard cover—rocks, low walls, and harbor structures are ideal. Your early rotation should be about finding the intersection points where flying ARC and ground patrols cross the shoreline. These intersections are where you’ll get the most clustered spawns.
Move along the shoreline in short hops rather than camping one spot. After clearing a cluster, rotate 30–60 meters down the beach to the next choke or harbor entrance. This keeps spawn density high and reduces the chance that you’ll be waiting in a dead zone.
Loadout philosophy: what to bring and why
Your loadout should be built around three priorities: break ARC armor fast, create multi‑target damage windows, and survive long enough to extract.
Primary weapon Bring a primary that deals bonus damage to ARC armor and has a fast time‑to‑kill on exposed targets. Bettina is a top pick because of its ARC‑focused buffs and attachment synergy; it strips armor quickly and finishes exposed weak points with minimal shots.
Secondary and heavy Carry a high‑burst secondary like Anvil or another heavy that can finish armored ARC quickly when your primary runs dry. Heavy ammo is best saved for Turbine canisters and other high‑armor windows.
Grenades and explosives Frag grenades, cluster explosives, or any area‑of‑effect tool are essential. They convert patrols into multi‑target damage events while they’re clustered on the sand.
Survivability Bring shield rechargers, med items, and at least one mobility tool (dash, grapple, or short teleport) to escape mines or artillery. The beach is open and exposed—survivability items are not optional.
Attachments and mods Prioritize attachments that increase damage vs ARC armor, headshot multipliers, and reload speed. Anything that shortens the time between armor break and kill increases points per minute.
Positioning rules that win runs
Stay on the sand. If you must step off to use cover, do it briefly and return to the shoreline to finish. The single most important rule is to ensure the damage that counts is done while you are on beach terrain. Use the shoreline edge as your scoring line: bait enemies into crossing it, then punish them.
Use choke points. Harbor entrances, stairwells, and low walls funnel ARC into predictable paths. Stand just inside the sand so patrols bunch up as they approach. When they cluster, throw a grenade and follow up with focused fire.
Keep an extraction path in mind. Always know where the nearest extraction point is and keep one teammate watching the route if you’re in a squad. If you’re solo, keep a mobility tool ready to dash to cover or to the pickup.
How to create and exploit damage windows
The fastest way to convert time into points is to force ARC into tight clusters and then hit them with area damage plus focused follow‑up.
Bait, grenade, primary burst, finish. That sequence is the core loop:
Bait: Stand near a choke and step into the sand to draw patrols toward you.
Explosive initiation: Toss a grenade into the cluster to strip shields and deal initial damage.
Primary follow‑up: Switch to Bettina and focus headshots or weak points to finish.
Finishers: Use Anvil or heavy to finish any ARC that tries to fly away.
Repeat this loop rapidly. Each successful multi‑target event yields far more points per minute than single target chases.
Handling special ARC units like Turbine
Special ARC units such as the Turbine have phases and exposed weak points. The Turbine is heavily armored while airborne and drops mines when landed; its real damage window is when it exposes three yellow canisters on its base. Focus heavy or concentrated fire on those canisters. Don’t waste heavy ammo on the Turbine while it’s airborne—wait for the canisters to be exposed.
When the Turbine is present, adjust your rotation to keep it over the shoreline or to bait it into landing near a choke. Use smoke or cover to avoid its missile volleys and commit only when the canisters are exposed.
Solo tactics that actually work
Solo players should play more conservatively and maximize repeatable windows.
Kite ARC into choke points rather than chasing. Use one reliable grenade to start each cluster and then commit with Bettina. Avoid deep inland chases—if an ARC leaves the beach, let it go and find the next cluster. Save heavy ammo for Turbine canisters and high‑armor units.
When you hit 4,000 points, extract immediately. Solo extraction is riskier, so don’t push for extra loot. The goal is the three‑star reward, not a highlight reel.
Squad roles that speed up three stars
When you play with a squad, assign roles to maximize efficiency:
Crowd control: Runs grenades and area tools to create clusters.
Armor buster: Runs Bettina or another ARC‑specialized primary to strip armor and finish.
Support/Extraction: Carries extra med items, revives, and watches extraction windows.
A coordinated three‑player team can reach 4,000 points far faster than solo play because each role reduces downtime and increases the number of multi‑target events you can convert.
Communication and callouts that matter
Callouts should be short and specific. Use phrases like “cluster on harbor,” “Turbine landing,” “4k ready,” and “extract now.” When someone hits the threshold, call it immediately and move to the pickup. Don’t argue over loot at that moment—secure the reward first.
Extraction timing and safety
Extraction is the single most important decision. Once you hit 4,000 points, extract immediately. Extraction is the only way to lock in the reward; dying or lingering can cost you the entire run. If you’re in a squad, call the extract as soon as the threshold is reached and coordinate a safe path to the pickup. If you’re solo, use your mobility tool and smoke or cover to make the run.
If the pickup is contested, one teammate should provide covering fire while the others move in. If the squad is wiped, prioritize revives only if it’s safe—sometimes extracting with fewer players is the better choice.
Sample rotation: a 6‑minute run
Land Azzurro Beach near the harbor entrance. Clear the first patrol with a grenade + Bettina burst. Rotate 40 meters down the shoreline to the next choke and bait the next patrol. Repeat the bait‑grenade‑burst loop. If the Turbine appears, hold position and wait for canister exposure. After three successful clusters, check your trial points. If you’re near 3,500–3,800, slow down and focus on guaranteed multi‑target windows rather than risky chases. At 4,000, call extract and move.
Minimal bullet list: quick do’s and don’ts
Do land Azzurro Beach and stay on the sand near cover.
Do use grenades to create multi‑target windows.
Do prioritize ARC armor break then finish.
Do extract immediately at 4,000 points.
Don’t chase ARC inland.
Don’t use slow TTK weapons that let ARC escape.
Don’t ignore survivability items.
Advanced tricks and micro‑plays
Angle your grenade throws so they land where patrols will pass, not where they are now. Predictive throws convert moving patrols into stationary clusters.
Use vertical movement to your advantage. If a flying ARC dips low to the shoreline, use a short hop or grapple to get a clean headshot while it’s exposed.
Manage ammo economy. Save heavy ammo for Turbine canisters and high‑armor units; use your primary for everything else.
Plan rotations. After a successful cluster clear, rotate along the shoreline to the next spawn intersection rather than waiting in one spot—this keeps spawn density high.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
Using a weapon that doesn’t have ARC damage bonuses. Fix: swap to Bettina or equip ARC‑specific attachments.
Chasing kills off the beach. Fix: let them go and find the next cluster on the sand.
Not extracting after 4,000 points. Fix: mark the extract and move early; assign one teammate to cover the path.
Overcommitting to Turbine without a plan. Fix: wait for canister exposure and use heavy only when it’s worth it.
When to requeue and when to stay
If the Turbine or other high‑density spawns don’t appear within the early minutes, or if your lobby is full of players who immediately pull ARC inland, it’s often faster to extract and requeue for a better lobby. Night raids on Riven Tides can increase certain spawn rates; if you prefer those conditions, requeue until you find a favorable match.
Troubleshooting: when runs fail
Frequent deaths: reduce aggression, use more cover, and carry extra med items.
Low spawn density: rotate along the shoreline and check both Azzurro Beach and Seabed. If both are quiet, extract and requeue.
Team miscoordination: assign roles before you land and call out when you hit thresholds.
Progress tracking and practice drills
Practice the bait‑grenade‑burst loop in low‑risk lobbies to build muscle memory. Time how long it takes you to clear a standard cluster and aim to reduce that time by 10–20% each session. Track how many clusters you clear per minute and aim to increase clusters per minute rather than kills per minute—clusters are the real multiplier for points.
Loadout examples with attachments
Aggressive crowd control (squad) Primary: Bettina with ARC armor mods and headshot multiplier. Secondary: Anvil. Grenade: Cluster frag. Support: Shield recharger, med kit.
Balanced solo Primary: Bettina with reload speed and stability. Secondary: Fast reload pistol. Grenade: Single frag. Survival: Dash or grapple, med kit.
Stealthy kite and finish Primary: High headshot rifle with ARC bonus. Secondary: Suppressed pistol. Grenade: Smoke + frag combo. Survival: Cloak or mobility tool.
Psychological tips for consistent runs
Stay calm when the Turbine appears. Panic leads to wasted heavy ammo and poor positioning. Focus on the loop: bait, grenade, burst, finish. If you die, analyze whether it was due to positioning, poor timing, or lack of survivability items and adjust accordingly.
Final checklist before you drop
Primary with ARC damage ready.
Grenades equipped and practiced.
Survivability items in quick slots.
Extraction route planned.
Team roles assigned if in a squad.
FAQ
How many points for three stars Three stars require 4,000 trial points.
Which map is required for this trial Riven Tides is the only map with the beaches needed for this objective.
What’s the best weapon for the trial Bettina is widely recommended because of its ARC damage bonuses and attachment synergy.
Where are the best spawn zones on the beach Azzurro Beach and the Seabed region have the densest, most predictable ARC spawns.
How do I handle the Turbine Wait for it to land and expose the three yellow canisters; those are the real damage windows—use heavy or concentrated fire on the canisters.
Can I solo this trial Yes. Play cautiously, kite ARC into choke points, use grenades for multi‑kills, and extract as soon as you hit 4,000 points.
Should I requeue if spawns are bad Yes. If spawn density is low or the lobby is chaotic, requeue for a better match—time is your resource.
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