ARC Raiders Explosives Handbook: Grenades, C4 & Everything Between

Explosives provide area denial and burst damage in ARC Raiders. Proper usage turns difficult fights into manageable engagements. This comprehensive guide covers all explosive options and tactics.

Explosive Types Comparison

Each explosive serves distinct tactical purposes effectively. The table below compares available explosive options:

Fragmentation Grenade Fundamentals

Frag grenades remain most common explosive choice. Cook grenades reducing fuse time before throwing. Bounce grenades off walls reaching covered enemies. Direct throws work against grouped targets. Never grenade your own cover position. Use to finish wounded enemies behind cover. Practice throwing arcs in safe zones regularly.

Smoke Grenade Tactics

Smoke provides visual concealment without damage. Block enemy sight lines during approaches. Cover retreat movements from superior forces. Mark landing zones for team coordination. Multiple smokes create extended concealment corridors. Wind and weather affect smoke behavior. Remember smoke blocks your vision too.

Flashbang Room Clearing

Flashbangs enable safe building entry procedures. Pop flash before entering unknown rooms. Close eyes during detonation avoiding blindness. Enter immediately after flash effect begins. Clear corners systematically after stunning enemies. Coordinate flash timing with squad entries. Excessive flash use builds enemy immunity.

C4 Trap Setting

C4 enables creative explosive trap configurations. Place behind corners catching pursuing enemies. Booby-trap high-value loot containers. Remote detonation allows timing control. Multiple C4 charges create chain reactions. Visible C4 deters enemy advancement. Invisible C4 creates deadly surprises.

Proximity Mine Defense

Proximity mines automate area denial effectively. Cover flank approaches during holds. Protect extraction points from rushers. Layer mines creating defensive fields. Mark mine locations for teammates. Remove mines when positions abandoned. Enemy mines can be disarmed carefully.

Explosive Safety Protocols

Explosives endanger users without proper handling. Maintain safe distances from detonations. Never carry explosives with melee weapons. Store separately from ammunition when possible. Check corners before throwing grenades. Warn teammates before explosive usage. Friendly fire from explosives causes team friction.

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