For a lot of raiders, Expedition 4 isn't just another reset button. It's the next proper reason to log in, clear out the stash, and see whether all that time spent hoarding gear was actually worth it. With the Frozen Trail update still months away, this departure window has picked up more weight than usual. Players who've been grinding materials, checking their loadouts, or sorting through ARC Raiders BluePrints will want to pay attention, because missing the sign-up step can still cost you rewards even if you did most of the hard work earlier. When The Expedition 4 Window Should Close The Expedition 4 departure window opens after the preparation phase ends on June 22. In the normal rhythm of ARC Raiders, that gives players about one week to commit to the launch, finish what's needed, and trigger the reset. If the game follows that older pattern, you'd expect the window to close around June 30. That said, nothing has been nailed down in a way players can treat as totally safe. Expedition 3 ran for two weeks instead of one, mainly because the new rules landed close to the window and people needed extra time to understand them. So there's a fair chance Expedition 4 could stretch to around July 7 if the developers decide the longer format worked better. Don't gamble on that, though. If you're ready, sign up early. Plenty of players have been caught out before by waiting until "later" and then simply forgetting. How You Actually Enter The Departure Phase Before you can join the departure phase, you need to finish the collection work from the five preparation stages. That means turning in the required materials and clearing the tasks tied to this expedition cycle. Once that's done, the departure phase works almost like Stage 6. You still have to opt in. The game won't always carry you across the line just because your prep tab looks complete. And yes, this part matters. The reset is optional, so if you're not feeling ready, you can sit this one out and keep playing as you are. Some people do that because they don't want to rebuild from scratch. Fair enough. But if you've already invested time in Expedition 4, skipping the final step can feel pretty rough later, especially when permanent bonuses and streak-based boosts are involved. Damage Is The Big Requirement This Time The older Expedition 1 and Expedition 2 system judged players mostly by inventory value and coin value. It was simple, but it also made the whole thing feel a bit flat. You could farm, pile up expensive items, and wait. After a fair bit of criticism, Expedition 3 changed the formula by putting damage dealt at the centre of the departure window. Expedition 4 is expected to use that same approach. In plain terms, you need to get out there and fight. The likely thresholds are 5,000 total damage for 1 permanent skill point, 10,000 for 2, 30,000 for 3, 50,000 for 4, and 100,000 for 5. It's cumulative, which is the bit people sometimes misread. You don't need to deal each number separately. If you hit 100,000 total damage during the window, you should unlock the full set of five skill points. That's a big deal going into Expedition 5, because extra permanent skill points make the early rebuild feel a lot less painful. Rewards, Boosts, And The Last Call Safety Net Skill points are the headline reward, but they're not the only thing worth chasing. Expedition participation is also expected to grant permanent extras such as additional inventory space, with at least 12 more slots likely based on the current reward pattern, plus cosmetics tied to ARC Raiders progression. Then there are the temporary boosts. These usually cover XP gains, Scrappy material bonuses, and improved repair value. They don't sound flashy on paper, but they add up fast once a new expedition starts and everyone is trying to rebuild. The catch is the streak system. Take part in each expedition and those bonuses stack by a set percentage. Miss one, and you're back to the base level. There's also the Last Call feature, introduced after players missed previous windows despite finishing prep. It can help you claim some missed expedition rewards, though skill points are treated differently. The catch-up method has used inventory value in the past, so players who missed earlier cycles may still have a route back, but it's wise not to assume the same rules will stay untouched forever. Final Thoughts Expedition 4 is worth doing if you've spent any real time in the current cycle. Even if ARC Raiders feels quieter than usual right now, this window gives you something concrete to work toward: damage goals, permanent skill points, more inventory room, and a stronger start next time. The main thing is not to drift. Finish your prep, sign up, and put some runs together before the clock gets tight. If you're rebuilding your stash or trying to smooth out the next reset, some players may also choose to buy ARC Raiders Items as part of their wider planning, but the rewards still come down to showing up during the window and getting the work done.
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