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Arc Raiders ARC Probe and Courier Guide: Locations and Loot Tips

Originally posted on Total Apex Gaming | By Mollie Dominy | Last updated Nov 3, 2025 9:07 AM ET

You’ve just secured the quest “A Bad Feeling” from Celeste, and now you’re on the hunt for an ARC Probe or Courier. Question though? What the heck is this, and where can you find them? These things are scattered around, and half the time you’ll walk past one without realizing it. But once you know what to look for—and where—they’re some of the easiest loot grabs in the game. Let’s break it down.

What’s an ARC Probe or Courier?

ARC Probes look like missiles jammed into the ground or crash-landed sideways. Couriers are bigger, boxier, kinda flying saucer-esque, and easier to spot (yay for eyesight everywhere). Both emit thick black smoke, so if you see a plume on the horizon, go check it out. Probes also beep like they’re trying to annoy you into finding them. Unfortunately, it works, but yay for signal cues.

Pro tip: Couriers are more reliable. They have set spawn points, while Probes can airdrop mid-match. You’ll literally see them fly down and land. If you’re trying to clear “A Bad Feeling,” go for a Courier first.

Best Courier Locations on Dam Battlegrounds

Image of Field Depot Locations, Courtesy of Embark Studios

West wall of Electrical Substation
Road junction between Electrical Substation and Water Treatment
Slope south of Research & Administration
South Swamp Outpost
Hills east of Small Creek, south of Research & Administration
Roadside near West Broken Bridge, heading toward Hydroponic Dome Complex

These spots are consistent, so if you’re doing a loop, hit them all.

Best Probe Locations (Less Reliable, But Still Worth It)

Center of Power Generation Complex
Center of Hydroponic Dome Complex
Hills east of Small Creek, south of Research & Administration (especially during electromagnetic storms)
Near Field Depot in South Swamp Outpost

Probes are more random, but they drop in hot—watch the skies.

What You Get

Completing “A Bad Feeling” nets you:

10x Metal Parts
5x Steel Springs
5x Duct Tape rolls

Not bad for a quick loot run. And even after the quest, keep grabbing these—they’re packed with high-quality materials and gear, and they’re easy to loot once you know the signs.

Final Word: Smoke Signals and Beeping Bots

ARC Probes and Couriers are Arc Raiders’ version of “free if you’re paying attention.” They’re tied to early quests, but they stay valuable long after. So keep your eyes up, listen for the beep, and chase the smoke.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Gaming and was syndicated with permission.

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