The Back On Top quest in ARC Raiders is one of the most comprehensive missions given by Tian Wen during the mid-game progression. Unlike standard scavenging missions that focus on single locations, this task forces players to navigate through four distinct maps to mark potential outpost positions. Successfully completing this multi-run assignment requires patience, careful route planning, and awareness of dangerous machine patrols across each map.
Locating and Marking Objective Sites in Dam Battlegrounds and Blue Gate
Your journey begins on Dam Battlegrounds, where you must locate the Pattern House positioned near the northern boundary. Approach the south entrance and tag the outer wall adjacent to the door to confirm your progress. This zone tends to be relatively quiet, allowing for a swift extraction back to safety once tagged.
Next, deploy to Blue Gate to find the white lookout tower situated south of the main Warehouse Complex. The perimeter surrounding this structure frequently spawns aggressive ARC forces and rival players due to nearby extraction points. Carefully clear the hostiles before approaching the tower wall to complete your second spray mark safely.
Navigating Spaceport and Buried City Map Objectives
The third objective sends raiders to Spaceport to locate the South Trench Tower in the northern sector. You must climb the exterior ladder or reach the base staircase to place your tag on the supporting structure. Watch out for patrolling flying sentinels that regularly scan this area for target signatures.
Your final destination is Buried City, where you need to search for the building featuring a large mural in the Buried Properties area. Locate the specific structure with an eye design and tag the closed garage door to finish the requirement. Completing all four runs rewards players with useful gear including a Renegade assault rifle and specialized weapon attachments.
Essential Survival Strategies for Multi-Map Quests
Since this quest spans four separate deployments, managing your equipment loadout between runs is critical to long-term survival. Carrying reliable long-range weapons and defense shields helps minimize risks when traversing contested zones. Always prioritize stealth over unnecessary firefights to ensure you reach each target site in one piece.
Teaming up with squadmates significantly increases your chances of surviving heavy ARC encounters near key objectives. Having allies cover your back while spray-painting walls makes the entire process faster and far less risky. Once all locations are tagged, return to Speranza to hand in the mission to Tian Wen and claim your rewards.
