Arc Raiders: Important Loot vs. Recycling Trash#

Garmoth’s Heart: Necessary upgrade for all weapons and off-hands.
Crystal of the Corrupted: High AP boost (careful, breaks on death).
Crystal of the Unyielding: Maximize your All Resistance penetration.

Loot management is crucial in an extraction shooter. Knowing what to keep and what to recycle will save you time and maximize your profits.

⭐ Keepers (Important Loot)#

Weapon Mods (Legendary/Epic): These are game-changers. Look for mods that add extra elemental damage or increase critical hit chance.
Blueprints: Permanent crafting recipes that allow you to bring in better gear on future drops.
High-Tier Raw Materials (T3 and up): Needed for crafting your best base gear. Always prioritize Iridium and Synth-Fiber.
Data Drives: Used for research and unlocking new Raider abilities.

🗑️ Recyclables (Trash)#

Broken/Damaged Weapons: Unless they are a high-tier blueprint you need to unlock, recycle them immediately for basic components.
Common (White) Armor Components: Once you have a strong inventory, these are low-value and should be recycled for raw materials.
Basic Medical Supplies: Keep a stack of 3-5, but recycle any excess.

💡 Quick Identification Tip#

When hovering over an item, look for the golden border for high-value gear/mods and the Blueprint Icon for permanent unlocks. If it doesn’t have a special icon, it’s likely a consumable or a recycle candidate.