How to use the Dockmaster's Detector to beachcomb in Arc Raiders
The Riven Tides update in Arc Raiders introduces a new beachcombing feature on the Riven Tide map, where players can search for buried treasure using the Dockmaster's Detector. This metal detector gadget must be obtained through looting, quests, or crafting, then equipped in a loadout before entering a match. When active, the detector beeps and lights up to guide players to dig sites that may contain loot, traps, or rare items. Beachcombing only works in the Seabed area and adds a new layer of exploration to the game mode.
- ▪The Dockmaster's Detector is required to effectively participate in the Beachcombing map condition on the Riven Tide map.
- ▪Players can obtain the Dockmaster's Detector by looting containers, completing the Shoring Up Defenses quest, or finishing the first step of the Avian Alarm project.
- ▪Beachcombing activates randomly on Riven Tide and focuses treasure spawns in the northern Seabed area.
- ▪The detector uses sound and light cues—orange or green flashes and beeping—that intensify as players near buried items.
- ▪Digging at marked spots can yield crafting materials, weapons, trinkets, or hazards like bombs and Ticks.
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Games Third Person Shooter Arc Raiders How to use the Dockmaster's Detector to beachcomb in Arc Raiders Guides By Rory Norris published 28 April 2026 Grab a metal detector and sift through the sand. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Embark) Jump to: Dockmaster's Detector Beachcombing explained Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Riven Tides update adds a new beach resort map to Arc Raiders, so why not kick back and play in the sand? That's what the Beachcombing map condition is all about, letting you search for buried treasure on the shore.
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