Arc Raiders Week 20 Trials went live on March 16, 2026, bringing fresh challenges that test your raiding skills with flying ARCs, lightning strikes, and tactical deliveries. If you’re grinding for those coveted three-star rewards and climbing the leaderboard, this comprehensive guide breaks down every trial strategy to help you dominate this week’s challenges.
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What’s New in Week 20 Trials?
This week’s Trials focus on flying ARCs, minibosses, delivering carriables, and hunting for lightning strikes during the Electromagnetic Storm map condition. With five challenges available (March 16-22), you can earn up to 15 stars weekly, unlocking exclusive cosmetics, blueprints, and seasonal rewards.
Week 20 Trials Breakdown: Arc Raiders Challenge Map & Strategies
| Challenge | Objective | Best Location | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deliver Carriables | Transport field crates to depots | Dam Battleground | Easy |
| Hornet Eliminations | Hunt flying ARCs at Spaceport | Launch Tower (Elevated) | Medium |
| Flying ARC Damage | Damage airborne units within walls | Spaceport Walls | Medium-Hard |
| Lightning Strike Survival | Get hit by storm lightning | Electromagnetic Storm Event | Hard |
| Additional ARC Combat | Bonus flying ARC farming | Spaceport Perimeter | Medium |
Master Each Challenge: Step-by-Step Strategies
Challenge 1: Deliver Carriables (Easiest Path)
Spawn on Dam Battleground during Night Raid or Electromagnetic Storm, locate Field Depots across Points of Interest, find their field crates, and deliver them to obtain Trials scores. Pro tip: Night Raid doubles your points—always prioritize major map conditions.
Challenge 2: Hunt Hornets at Spaceport
Spawn on the Spaceport map during Night Raid or Electromagnetic Storm, navigate to the Launch Tower point of interest for elevated ground advantage, and start shooting all visible Hornets. Use your Renegade to grab their attention, then finish with your Anvil. Bonus strategy: Trigger Snitches to call backup, spawning an additional Hornet and two Wasps for faster point accumulation.
Challenge 3: Flying ARC Damage Within Walls
This newer challenge requires you to damage flying ARCs specifically inside the Spaceport walls. Make your way to the elevated Launch Tower section for better visibility and positioning. Trigger Snitches or Snitch Scanners to spawn additional flying ARCs. Since visibility is limited, this becomes easier than open-map hunting.
Challenge 4: Lightning Strike Survival (Expert Mode)
This is Week 20’s standout challenge. Start a round on Spaceport when Electromagnetic Storm is active, look out for glowing blue spots on the ground marking incoming lightning strikes, stand on the markers, and wait to get hit. Immediately heal your shields and health after impact to avoid death.
Pro Tip: Communicate with squadmates before volunteering for lightning—don’t let them accidentally finish you off mid-strike!
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Pro Tips to Maximize Your Three-Star Runs
✅ Use Major Map Modifiers: Night Raid and Electromagnetic Storm double your points—never skip them
✅ Squad Up: Trials completed in groups share points for all members, dramatically speeding progress
✅ Plan Your Route: Combine nearby challenges (Hornet hunting + Wall-based flying ARCs) in single runs
✅ Time Your Extraction: Don’t rush—survive extraction to lock in your points
Frequently Asked Questions: Week 20 Trials Explained
Q: What’s the fastest way to get 3 stars in Arc Raiders Week 20?
A: Squad up during a major map modifier (Night Raid or Electromagnetic Storm) and chain consecutive challenges together. Focus on Hornet farming and lightning strikes, which grant the most points per action.
Q: Can I complete Week 20 Trials solo, or do I need a team?
A: You can solo Trials, but squad play drastically speeds progress since all members earn shared points. Playing with 2-3 teammates cuts your time to three-star completion roughly in half.
