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ARC Raiders: All First Wave Cache Locations

Published: 02:20, 10 March 2026

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First wave caches are newly added raider caches that are available during the Hurricane map condition. Here's how you can find all First Wave caches in ARC Raiders.

ARC Raiders has managed to keep a stable player base thanks to slow but regular content updates from Embark.

With the recent Shrouded Sky update, Embark introduced two new ARCs, a raider deck, and a new Hurricane map condition. Alongside the Hurricane map condition, Embark also added new First Wave caches which contain high-tier loot.

If you're looking for the first wave caches to farm materials, blueprints or complete the weekly raider cache trial, then here's a look at all the first wave caches in ARC Raiders.

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All First Wave Cache Locations in ARC Raiders

The first wave caches are exclusively available during the Hurricane map condition on all maps. These caches make a sound just like the normal raider caches found during the normal game modes.

Usually, opening a first wave cache provides you with rare materials, ammunition, Level 3-4 weapons, gun parts, and rare blueprints like the Bobcat, Tempest, Vita Spray, and Vulcano.

Blue Gate First Wave Caches:

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First Wave Caches in Blue Gate

Buried City First Wave Caches:

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First Wave Caches in Buried City

Dam Battlegrounds First Wave Caches:

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First Wave Caches in Dam Battlegrounds

Spaceport First Wave Caches:

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First Wave Caches in Spaceport

Blue Gate has the highest concentration of First Wave caches during the Hurricane map condition. However, most of these caches are located outside, so keep your guards up, as there is an increased presence of ARCs during this game mode.

Farming first-wave caches can be a great strategy for stocking up on rare materials. You can minimise the cost of running scavenging runs during the Hurricane mode by playing solo.

While on solo runs, make sure to not bring a shield with you, as staying outside will constantly keep depleting your shields. Bring a level 1 Anvil or Ferro to deal with Wasps, Hornets, and Fireflies. Make sure to avoid larger ARCs like the Rocketeer, Bombardier, and Bastion, as you don't have a shield equipped.

Also make sure to stock up on Adrenaline Shots to keep your stamina full at all times. As soon as your stamina bar depletes, use a shot to take it back to full. I recommend bringing in at least 10 Adrenaline Shots as headwinds will keep draining your stamina.