
TICK
ModerateSmall, spider-like robots that leap onto players, attaching themselves to your head. They're fast and disorienting, designed to punish careless Raiders.
Weakpoint
Just shoot it. It's also one-hit with your melee weapon.
How to Kill Ticks
These little buggers can crawl on any surface and often lie in wait trying to ambush unsuspecting players. Over time, you'll learn their spawn locations on each map.
π―Combat Tactics
- βListen for their distinct sound cue as you enter their detection radius
- βQuickly turn and shoot with a single bullet of any caliber
- βOr break out your melee tool and prepare to dodge the incoming face-hugging attack
- βAfter dodging, it'll skitter around once or twice before stopping - this is your chance to melee or blast it
π«Recommended Ammo
β οΈWarnings
- β’When a Tick dies, they explode - avoid drawing attention
π‘Pro Tip
Use melee approach to avoid drawing attention. It's much quieter and doesn't waste valuable ammunition.
Locations
TICK can be found on the following maps in Arc Raiders:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TICK's weakpoint in Arc Raiders?
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Just shoot it. It's also one-hit with your melee weapon.
How hard is TICK to kill?
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TICK has a difficulty rating of Easy. Can be taken down with melee attacks.
Where can I find TICK in Arc Raiders?
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TICK can be found on the following maps: Dam Battlegrounds, The Spaceport, The Blue Gate, Buried City, Stella Montis Lower, Stella Montis Upper.
What does TICK drop in Arc Raiders?
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TICK drops the following items: ARC Alloy, Tick Pod.
How much XP do you get for killing TICK?
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Destroying TICK gives 50 XP. Looting the remains gives an additional 100 XP. Total: 150 XP.
Is TICK worth killing for loot?
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Use melee approach to avoid drawing attention. It's much quieter and doesn't waste valuable ammunition.
Similar ARCs
Other ARC enemies you might encounter on the same maps or with similar threat levels:





