Escape From Tarkov’s 1.0 launch introduced a major shift for every type of player, but PvE players had a unique requirement: to access all new 1.0 systems, including the fully narrative campaign, players needed to manually reset their PvE profile.
The process isn’t hard, but it’s also not very obvious if you’ve never wiped a character manually. This guide explains where the wipe option is, what gets deleted, what stays, and how the wipe system has evolved since launch.
Why PvE Players Needed to Wipe
PvP profiles wiped automatically with the 1.0 update, but PvE was treated differently. Tarkov’s PvE mode was never originally designed to follow the same wipe schedule, so Battlestate required PvE players to reset themselves before accessing the new content.
Players who skipped the wipe kept their existing PvE character intact, but they missed the new storyline and progression changes that came with 1.0.
Has the Wipe System Changed Since 1.0 Launch?
Yes. Tarkov 1.0 replaced the old forced-wipe cycle with a seasonal model, and this changes how the wipe question applies today.
PvP now runs two separate character tracks: a permanent character that keeps long-term progress with no scheduled wipes, and a seasonal character that resets at the start of each new season. Season 1, Kord Breach, launched in July 2026 alongside patch 1.1.0, and Season 2 is planned for Q4 2026.
PvE does not follow this seasonal reset schedule. PvE progression is designed to stay stable over time, so players keep one persistent character without a forced periodic wipe. Instead, PvE uses the Prestige system as a voluntary reset path.
What Is Prestige, and Does It Apply to PvE?
Prestige lets a player voluntarily reset their character progression, stash, quests, and trader standing in exchange for permanent account-wide rewards such as cosmetics, dogtags, armbands, and profile icons. Prestige levels and their rewards never reset, even across a future wipe or season change.
Prestige launched first on PvP profiles, requiring roughly level 55, the Collector quest, set Hideout and skill thresholds, and around 2,000,000 roubles for Prestige 1, with steeper requirements for Prestige 2.
Battlestate has confirmed plans to bring Prestige to PvE, and the feature has been rolling out in stages rather than to all players at once. Availability depends on your current game build, so check your in-client Prestige menu or the latest official patch notes to confirm whether Prestige is active on your PvE profile before planning around it.
What the Original PvE Wipe Reset
For players who wiped during the 1.0 launch window, or who are looking at this process for historical reference, a PvE wipe reset only the PvE character, not the PvP profile. The following PvE-specific progress was reset:
Everything that gets wiped:
- Character level
- Character skills and weapon mastery
- Stash, including roubles, GP coins, and Lega medals
- Trader loyalty and reputation
- All unfinished daily and weekly tasks
- Uncompleted achievement progress
- All profile statistics
- Purchased tactical clothing
- Any accepted tasks from Ref in PvE
- All equipment crates (except Ref’s Drop crates)
What stays after wipe:
- Armory progress
- BattlePass progress
- Customs Tactical Map progress
- Loadout presets and weapon builds
- Earned achievements
- ARP rating
- Unique account-tied number tag
- Weapon Tasks progression
- Ref’s Drop crates
- Friends and messages
This means the wipe reset progression, not long-term account unlocks.
How to Manually Wipe Your PvE Profile
The wipe cannot be performed inside the game menus. You must use the official Tarkov website, and the launcher simply redirects you there.
Here’s the full process:
1. Open the BSG Launcher
Click your profile icon in the top-right corner of the launcher.
2. Select “Reset Game Profile”
This option opens a browser window. The launcher cannot complete the wipe by itself, it only redirects you.
3. Log in to the BSG Website
During periods of heavy traffic, expect queues or maintenance windows. If the site is down, wait and try again.
4. Confirm Your Identity
A verification code will be emailed to your login address. Enter it on the website.
5. Choose “Reset PvE Profile”
The reset page allows you to select the profile type. Make sure to choose PvE, not PvP.
6. Confirm the Wipe
Once confirmed, the reset is instant. Your PvE character will return to Level 1 with no stash or progression.
Why the Website May Go Down During High-Traffic Periods
During major launch windows and patch releases, players frequently hit:
- Maintenance pages
- Hour-long queues
- Pages failing to load after waiting
This happens because everyone resetting profiles, linking Steam accounts, and restoring access gets routed through the same login server.
See also: Escape from Tarkov Error 213: How to Fix Authentication Issues
If the website is down, you must wait for it to reopen. The wipe cannot be processed any other way.
Tips Before You Wipe or Prestige
Check All Level 4 Trader Items
Some PvE players spend their last pre-reset moments browsing everything traders offer at max loyalty. It’s a good way to preview items that will take time to re-unlock afterward.
Transfer Arena Items First (If Applicable)
Patch 1.0 introduced limits for transferring Arena items into Tarkov:
- 500,000₽ for Standard Arena owners
- 750,000₽ for Ryzhy Edition owners
- 250 GP coins
- 5 Lega medals
- No limit on equipment crates
If you want to move anything, do it before resetting your PvE profile.
Confirm Which System Applies to You
Check your in-game client and official patch notes before resetting. If Prestige is live on your PvE profile, a full manual wipe through the website may no longer be your only reset option.
Does a Wipe or Prestige Reset Achievements?
No. Earned achievements remain intact in both the original manual wipe and the Prestige system. Only unfinished achievement progress is removed.
Can You Play Without Resetting?
Yes. You can keep your existing PvE character and continue playing normally. However, if you never wiped during the original 1.0 launch window, you may still be missing access to the story campaign and its early-game tasks.
FAQs
Do I still need to manually wipe my PvE profile in 2026?
Only if you never completed the original 1.0 launch wipe. Players who already reset their PvE profile after 1.0 do not need to repeat the process. PvE does not follow the new seasonal reset schedule, so there’s no recurring forced wipe to keep up with.
What’s the difference between a wipe and Prestige?
A wipe was a one-time manual reset tied to the 1.0 launch, done through the official Tarkov website. Prestige is an ongoing, optional reset system that trades your current progress for permanent account-wide rewards, and it can be repeated at higher tiers.
Is PvE Prestige available right now?
It depends on your game build. Battlestate has confirmed Prestige for PvE and rollout has been staged rather than universal. Check your in-game Prestige menu or the latest patch notes to confirm current availability.
Once your reset is complete, whether through the original wipe or Prestige, you’ll be ready to experience Tarkov’s story, new AI factions, and the game’s ongoing progression systems. Play Now!
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