The Locked Gate event in ARC Raiders is one of the most dangerous weekly trials. You must disarm active mines while avoiding enemies and other players. One wrong step can end your run instantly.
This guide shows you exactly how to disarm mines safely, complete the trial faster, and secure 3-star rewards without losing your gear.
How to Disarm Mines in ARC Raiders
You can disarm mines by following a simple but precise approach. Timing and movement matter more than gear.
Step-by-step process:
- Wait for the Locked Gate event to become active
- Enter the Blue Gate map (this event does not appear elsewhere)
- Move toward key POIs (listed below)
- Crouch using Ctrl and move slowly
- Listen for a beeping sound (this confirms a nearby mine)
- Step close enough to trigger the “Disarm” prompt
- Press interact to defuse the mine
Each successful disarm gives you 300 score points.
Locked Gate Mine Locations
Mines only appear in specific high-density areas. Focus on these locations to complete the trial quickly:
- Reinforced Reception
- Raider’s Refuge
- Ancient Fort
- Pilgrim’s Peak
These areas contain the highest number of mines during the event.
If you don’t find mines, the event may not be active or another player already cleared the area.
Best Route for Solo Players
If you are playing solo, follow this route to maximize your score:
- Start at Reinforced Reception
- Move to Pilgrim’s Peak
- Rotate to Ancient Fort
- Finish at Raider’s Refuge
This route covers all major zones efficiently. It also reduces backtracking.
You can expect 5000–15000 score depending on lobby activity.
Best Strategy for Duo and Trio Teams
Team play gives you a major advantage if you split properly.
Ideal team setup:
- Player 1 → Pilgrim’s Peak
- Player 2 → Ancient Fort
- Player 3 → Reinforced Reception
After finishing, rotate to Raider’s Refuge.
This method helps you reach 20,000+ score easily in a good run.
Fastest Way to Get 3-Star Rewards
You don’t need a perfect run to complete the trial.
Quick method:
- Use a Free Loadout (no risk)
- Reset until you spawn near a high-density location
- Focus only on disarming mines
- Disarm 14 mines (4200 score)
- Extract immediately
This is the safest and fastest way to complete the weekly requirement.
Recommended Loadout (Optional but Helpful)
You can complete the trial without gear, but some items improve survival.
Recommended items:
- Light Shield
- Shield Rechargers
- Bandages or Herbal Bandages
- Adrenaline Shots
- Smoke Grenades or Photoelectric Cloak
These help you avoid enemies and move faster between locations.
Important Things to Know
Before you start the trial, keep these points in mind:
- Mines only spawn during the Locked Gate event
- The event appears only on the Blue Gate map
- Some areas contain heavy enemy presence
- Pilgrim’s Peak is the most dangerous zone
- Competing players can reduce your available mines
Planning your route early gives you a big advantage.
The Locked Gate mine trial rewards smart movement, not aggression. If you stay patient and move carefully, you avoid instant deaths, maintain a steady score, and complete objectives much faster. Focus on a safe route, prioritize high-density mine areas, and extract as soon as you reach your target score. Once you understand the pattern and flow of the event, each run becomes more predictable, efficient, and easier to control. Play Now!
