Blueprint Locations
A sourcing guide for blueprints — what to farm, where, and how,
This page explains where blueprints come from and how players farm them, based on official mechanics and consistent community reports. It intentionally does not invent drop rates or spawn guarantees — those are not published.
Source types
| Source | How it works |
|---|---|
| Main quest line | Fixed quest rewards as you progress; includes the Hullcracker Blueprint, obtainable only through quests. |
| Events & expeditions | Seasonal blueprints during expeditions and events — availability is time-limited. |
| Map loot (crates/containers) | Specific maps and container types hold blueprints; community guides describe which routes are productive. |
| Blue Gate | A community-known source type debated for consistency; we do not guarantee spawn behaviour. |
| Trader/store rotations | Blueprints can appear in trader or store rotations — availability changes with the current week. |
Farming guidance (qualitative)
- Complete the quest line first — it is the only reliable, non-random blueprint source (the Hullcracker Blueprint is quest-locked).
- Run event and expedition content while it is live; seasonal blueprints are unobtainable after the window closes.
- Compare community loot-route reports across at least two sources before trusting one route — map sources shift with patches.
- When a new patch lands, re-check availability: patch notes change what is obtainable (this page records the game version).
Workbench & building
Once you have a blueprint, craft it at the workbench with the required materials. Workbench upgrades change with patches; requirements are recorded per version rather than assumed permanent.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
Where do blueprints drop in ARC Raiders?
From quest rewards, events/expeditions, map crates and containers, and trader/store rotations. The quest line is the only guaranteed source; the Hullcracker Blueprint is quest-only.
What is the fastest way to get blueprints?
Community guides consistently recommend the quest line plus running current event content; routes change with patches, so cross-check recent reports.
Can I buy blueprints?
Blueprints are earned in-game; third-party sellers are not supported by the developers and are not endorsed by this site.
Do blueprint locations change?
Yes, with patches and events. Each source here is version-checked (current: 1.42.0) and re-verified after updates.