To succeed in Arc Raiders, you need a solid inventory of weapons, health supplies, and other essentials. One of the most crucial elements that shapes your gameplay is the Skill Tree.
Understanding where to invest your points can be overwhelming at first. To help you out, I’ve created a sample Skill Tree you can test, along with some recommended perks to consider when building your Raider.
### How to Access and Use the Skill Tree Builder
If you want to try out different skill setups without spending your actual points, I suggest using the Skill Tree webpage at arctracker.io. This tool lets you experiment with a fake Skill Tree by clicking with your mouse—left click to add points and right click to remove them. You can reset everything at any time using the reset button on the page.
Keep in mind, you have 80 total Skill Points to use. Seventy-five come from leveling up your Raider, and the remaining five depend on how much money you had at the end of your last expedition. This website simplifies testing how many points you’ll need to reach your favorite perks.
In the game, you can also reset your Skill Tree at any moment, but the cost increases exponentially the higher your level gets. To do so, go to the Skill Tree screen and press R (keyboard), Y (Xbox), or Triangle (PlayStation).
### Skill Tree Perk Recommendations
Many players share their favorite builds online, but the best setup depends on what you want to do—whether you prefer solo play, team battles, or focus on PvP or PvE. Instead of offering a full build, I’ll highlight key perks in each major category that are valuable no matter your playstyle. These perks are useful whether you’re aiming to fight other Raiders or team up to take down the ARC.
#### Conditioning Perks
In the Conditioning branch, perks like Weight and Loaded Arms are excellent because they reduce the weight of your shields and guns. This makes using rare and epic shields less tough and gives you more space in your inventory to carry extra loot.
Proficient Pryer speeds up your breaching ability, which is helpful at all times. Turtle Crawl is great for staying alive when you’re downed—it’s especially useful in duo or trio matches. Unburdened Roll is also handy, allowing you to quickly roll into cover when your shield breaks, even if you’re out of stamina. This quick escape can be the difference between winning or losing a fight.
#### Mobility Perks
Early in the game, I highly recommend fully upgrading perks like Marathon Runner, Nimble Climber, and Youthful Lungs. These perks boost your stamina pool and make your stamina last longer. Nimble Climber also improves your climbing and vault speed, helping you move faster across the map. Since stamina is vital in Arc Raiders, these perks are a must.
As you progress, perks such as Vigorous Vaulter and Effortless Roll become valuable, especially if you’re focused on hunting other players. They help you move quickly and dodge enemy shots, giving you an advantage in combat.
#### Survival Perks
One of the most important perks here is In-Round Crafting, which allows you to craft health items during a fight. This is great for quick recovery in raids or when you’ve used up your supplies.
Another useful perk is Broad Shoulders. When maxed out, it increases your carry capacity by 10 kilograms (about 22 pounds). This extra space is especially beneficial for players who prefer PvE or often run solo, as it lets you carry more gear and loot.
Traveling Tinkerer also helps with crafting utility items on the fly, such as Raider Hatch Keys. This perk is useful if you like getting in and out quickly and want to know exactly where to find items like electrical components or sensors needed for the keys.
These suggestions are just a starting point. Feel free to experiment with different perks to find what best suits your playstyle. For new players, the perks I’ve highlighted here are a solid foundation for a versatile and capable Raider, ready to handle both PvE and PvP challenges.
