Arc Raiders Clean Hands Objective Guide and Rewards

 

Clean Hands Strategy and Tips for ARC Raiders Players

This guide is a complete, player‑tested walkthrough for the Clean Hands quest in ARC Raiders. Whether you want to slip through undetected, clear every room with surgical precision, or run the fastest combat route, this guide gives you the routes, loadouts, enemy breakdowns, and reward optimization you need. Expect clear route maps, tactical choices, and practical tips for solo and co‑op runs.

Overview and objectives

Clean Hands tasks you with a mix of infiltration and targeted elimination inside a high‑security facility. The mission blends stealth windows with unavoidable combat encounters and a final objective that tests timing and positioning. The quest rewards scale with how cleanly you complete objectives: stealth and nonlethal approaches yield different bonuses than full combat clears.

Primary objectives you will encounter:

• Reach the facility interior without triggering alarms.

• Secure or neutralize specific targets.

• Retrieve or disable a core device.

• Exfiltrate through a designated exit point.

Secondary objectives and optional goals:

• Avoid killing civilians or noncombatants.

• Collect hidden data caches.

• Complete within a time threshold for bonus rewards.

This mission rewards players who plan ahead. The map layout favors vertical play and offers multiple approaches: rooftop insertion, side vents, and frontal assault. Choose the approach that matches your loadout and team composition.

Recommended playstyles and when to use them

Stealth run Best for players who want the highest nonlethal rewards and achievement progress. Use suppressed weapons, mobility tools, and abilities that disable sensors. Stealth requires patience and map knowledge.

Aggressive run Choose this when you want a fast clear or when teammates are built for damage. Heavy weapons and area control abilities shine here. Expect alarms and heavier enemy reinforcements.

Balanced run A hybrid approach that uses stealth to bypass early detection and then switches to controlled combat for the objective room. This is the most forgiving option for mixed‑skill teams.

Solo vs co‑op considerations Solo runs demand more conservative play and reliance on gadgets. Co‑op allows role specialization: one player handles overwatch and crowd control, another handles objective hacking, and a third secures exfil.

Loadouts and gear recommendations

Weapon choices

• Suppressed SMG: Excellent for stealth; high fire rate and mobility.

• Precision rifle: Use for long sightlines and single target neutralization.

• Shotgun or heavy: For close quarters and aggressive clears.

Gadgets and utilities

• EMP grenades: Disable cameras and turrets temporarily.

• Holo decoys: Draw enemy attention away from your path.

• Grapple or mobility tool: Reach rooftops and bypass ground patrols.

Armor and mods

• Light armor with mobility mods for stealth.

• Medium armor with damage reduction for balanced runs.

• Heavy armor for tanking during aggressive clears.

Ability loadout examples

• Stealth build: Cloak ability, silent takedown augment, sensor jammer.

• Combat build: Area denial ability, shield burst, ammo regen.

• Support build: Healing drone, revive beacon, hacking boost.

Bold and italicized keywords are used throughout to highlight the most important gear and tactics: ARC Raiders, Clean Hands, stealth tactics, loadout.

Mission start and insertion options

Rooftop insertion Drop onto the roof to bypass most ground patrols. Rooftop routes often have vents or skylights that lead directly into the facility’s upper corridors. Use a mobility tool to reach the roof quickly and quietly.

Side vents and ducts Vents are the classic stealth route. They let you bypass cameras and patrols but often funnel you into choke points. Move slowly and listen for patrol patterns.

Frontal approach Riskier but sometimes necessary if your team lacks mobility. Expect to face external sentries and turrets. Use EMPs and smoke to create cover.

Choosing the insertion depends on your team composition and whether you plan a stealth or combat run. If you want the highest stealth reward, rooftop or vent insertion is usually required.

Early map control and patrol patterns

The first minutes of the mission are about information. Identify camera arcs, turret placements, and patrol loops. Most patrols follow predictable patterns with short pauses at waypoints. Use these pauses to slip past or to time takedowns.

Key tips for map control:

• Use a drone or recon ability to tag enemies and cameras.

• Disable or avoid cameras before moving into a new room.

• Clear or bypass small guard groups quietly to prevent alarm chains.

A small set of recommended actions at the start:

• Tag all cameras and turrets.

• Mark patrol routes for teammates.

• Secure a fallback room for regrouping.

Mid‑mission tactics and objective approach

Approaching the objective room requires a blend of patience and timing. The objective is often behind multiple security layers: a locked door, a camera grid, and a patrol hub.

Hacking and disabling security

• Use a hacking tool or ability to open doors and disable cameras.

• If hacking is slow, create a diversion to draw guards away.

• EMPs are a one‑time solution for turrets and sensors; use them wisely.

Room entry strategies

• Silent breach: Use a suppressed entry and takedowns to clear the room.

• Flash breach: Use a stun or flashbang to incapacitate enemies, then secure the objective.

• Split entry: One player breaches while another covers the exit.

Objective interaction

• Some objectives require a timed interaction; protect the player performing the action.

• If the objective triggers waves of enemies, set up choke points and traps.

Final room and exfil strategy

The exfil is where many runs fail. Expect reinforcements and a tightened patrol net. Plan your exit before you touch the objective.

Exfil options:

• Rooftop evac: Fast but exposed. Use smoke and mobility to reach the extraction point.

• Ground exit: Safer if you’ve cleared the path, but expect ambushes.

• Alternate route: Hidden vents or maintenance tunnels can be used if the main exit is compromised.

If alarms are triggered, prioritize survival and objective completion. Sometimes abandoning the objective and extracting with partial rewards is the better long‑term choice.

Enemy types and how to counter them

Standard guards Lightly armored, patrol in groups. Use silent takedowns or suppressed weapons.

Elite sentries Heavily armored and often carry shields or heavy weapons. Use precision shots to weak points or coordinate with teammates to flank.

Turrets and drones Static turrets can be disabled with EMPs. Drones are mobile and can detect cloaked players; take them out quickly.

Civilians and noncombatants Avoid harming civilians if you want the Clean Hands nonlethal bonus. Use nonlethal takedowns or bypass them entirely.

Boss or target NPC The mission’s named target may have special abilities or a small escort. Focus fire on the target while crowd‑controlling the escorts.

Stealth techniques that actually work

Patrol timing Watch a guard for a full loop before moving. Most AI have a predictable rhythm.

Sound masking Move during loud events or use gadgets that create noise to mask your movement.

Line of sight management Use cover and shadows. Avoid running across open areas when cameras are active.

Nonlethal takedowns Use choke or stun abilities to neutralize guards without killing them. This preserves the Clean Hands reward.

Co‑op roles and coordination

Role suggestions for a three‑player team:

• Scout: Recon, tag enemies, and disable cameras. Mobility and stealth tools.

• Hacker: Handles doors, objective interactions, and electronic defenses.

• Enforcer: Crowd control and heavy firepower for when stealth breaks.

Communication priorities:

• Call out patrol changes and camera status.

• Announce when you’re about to breach or hack.

• Coordinate EMP and stun usage to avoid overlap.

Speedrun and time optimization tips

If you’re chasing the fastest clear time, prioritize direct routes and aggressive takedowns. Skip optional caches and avoid prolonged stealth checks.

Key speedrun tactics:

• Use mobility tools to cut across the map.

• Preplan a route that minimizes backtracking.

• Use high‑damage weapons to quickly remove obstacles.

Reward optimization and achievement farming

Rewards scale with stealth, completion time, and optional objectives. To maximize rewards:

• Complete the mission without triggering alarms for the highest stealth bonus.

• Collect hidden caches for extra loot.

• Finish within the time threshold for a time bonus.

If you’re farming a specific item, focus on the route that yields the highest chance of that drop and repeat it with a loadout optimized for speed.

Comparison table of playstyles

Playstyle	Best for	Typical Time	Risk
Stealth	Achievements and max nonlethal rewards	Medium to long	Low detection risk but high time cost
Aggressive	Fast clears and XP farming	Short	High combat risk and alarm triggers
Balanced	Casual runs with consistent rewards	Medium	Moderate

Comparison table of loadouts

Loadout	Primary Weapon	Gadget	Strength
Stealth Build	Suppressed SMG	Sensor jammer	Silent takedowns and mobility
Combat Build	Assault rifle / Heavy	EMP grenade	Area control and damage
Support Build	Precision rifle	Healing drone	Team sustain and overwatch

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Rushing without recon Always scout before entering a new area. A single missed camera can cascade into a full alarm.

Wasting EMPs EMP grenades are finite. Use them on turrets or camera clusters, not on single, easily avoided sensors.

Ignoring vertical routes Many players stick to ground paths and miss rooftop or vent shortcuts. Use mobility tools to exploit verticality.

Overlapping abilities Coordinate with teammates to avoid wasting stun or EMP effects at the same time.

Advanced tactics and tricks

Camera baiting Throw a noise device to lure a guard away from a camera, then move through the camera’s blind spot.

Turret stacking If you must fight turrets, stack them by luring enemies into a narrow corridor and using area damage to clear them quickly.

Silent objective swap If the objective requires interaction that makes noise, set up a temporary cover and clear nearby patrols first.

Map‑specific route example (stealth)

Start at rooftop insertion. Move to the north vent, bypass the first camera by hugging the left wall, drop into the maintenance corridor, take the side door into the server room, disable the camera with a jammer, and slip into the objective room through the back door. After securing the objective, exit through the maintenance tunnel to the southwest and reach the extraction point.

Troubleshooting and recovery strategies

If alarms trigger early:

• Fall back to a defensible room and regroup.

• Use smoke and cover to break line of sight.

• If the objective is still accessible, switch to a combat loadout and push through.

If you lose a teammate:

• Revive only when safe; don’t rush into a trap.

• Use revive beacons or healing drones to minimize exposure.

Replayability and farming routes

The mission supports multiple viable routes. For farming, pick a route that balances speed and loot chance. Rotate between stealth and aggressive runs to keep the experience fresh and to target different reward pools.

Accessibility and difficulty scaling

Difficulty affects enemy accuracy, patrol density, and loot quality. If you’re struggling, lower the difficulty to learn patrol patterns and routes. Once comfortable, increase difficulty for better rewards.

Community tips and lesser known mechanics

• Some players report that certain vents bypass entire patrol hubs—experiment with vertical routes.

• NPCs sometimes have blind spots when turning; use those moments for takedowns.

• Certain gadgets stack with environmental effects for unexpected combos.

Final checklist before you start

• Confirm team roles and loadouts.

• Tag cameras and turrets with recon.

• Place a revive beacon or healing drone if available.

• Decide insertion point and exfil route.

FAQ

What is the fastest way to complete Clean Hands? The fastest runs use rooftop insertion, aggressive takedowns, and a direct route to the objective. Use mobility tools and high‑damage weapons to minimize time.

Can Clean Hands be completed without killing anyone? Yes. Use nonlethal takedowns, stun devices, and stealth routes to preserve the Clean Hands nonlethal bonus.

Which loadout gives the best chance for success? For stealth: suppressed SMG, sensor jammer, mobility augment. For combat: assault rifle, EMP grenades, heavy armor. For co‑op, split roles between scout, hacker, and enforcer.

How do I avoid triggering alarms? Disable or avoid cameras, time patrols, and use EMPs on turrets. Avoid open areas when cameras are active.

What rewards can I expect? Rewards scale with stealth, time, and optional objectives. Expect loot, XP, and mission‑specific drops that improve with difficulty.

Is Clean Hands better solo or with a team? Both are viable. Solo requires more conservative play; co‑op allows role specialization and faster clears.

What’s the best way to handle turrets? Use EMP grenades to disable them temporarily, or lure enemies into a corridor and clear them with area damage.

Are there hidden caches in the mission? Yes. Hidden data caches are often tucked behind vents or in maintenance rooms. Look for subtle map deviations and use recon to find them.

Does difficulty affect loot? Higher difficulty increases loot quality but also raises enemy density and aggression.

Can I speedrun Clean Hands for achievements? Yes. Plan a direct route, optimize mobility, and use high‑damage weapons. Practice the route to shave off seconds.

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