ARC Raiders Stella Montis Map Guide

Stella Montis map is the latest major addition to ARC Raiders, and it immediately stands out as one of the most complex and rewarding environments in the game. Stella Montis is a massive, multi-floor location packed with rare loot, tight corridors, and relentless enemies. The payoff is well worth the risk, as you can consistently find rewards here that simply do not spawn anywhere else. Epic loot is surprisingly common, and the map is also a hotspot for intense PvP encounters. If you enjoy chaotic fights and high-risk runs, Stella Montis delivers. Time to let that Il Toro talk.

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Read our other ARC Raiders Map guides:

• Spaceport Map Guide
• Buried City Map Guide
• Dam Battlegrounds Map Guide
• Blue Gate Montis Map Guide
• Riven Tides Map Guide

Stella Montis Raid Guide

Stella Montis is a full-blown labyrinth. From a visual standpoint, it strongly resembles environments from games like Control and Destiny 2. The map is incredibly fun to explore, and it’s clear that a lot of thought went into its verticality and layout. However, several design choices make Stella Montis feel very different from other ARC Raiders maps:

• Map Orientation: This is arguably the first map where you can fail to extract simply because you got lost. Constantly checking your map is mandatory.
• Close Player Spawns: You can spawn in one corridor while another player is just seconds behind you. It’s currently unclear if this behavior is intentional.
• High Loot Rewards: The spawn rate for Rare and Epic loot appears noticeably higher on Stella Montis.
• Cloth Is Hard to Find: Crafting healing items during the raid is more difficult due to limited cloth availability.

Individually, these changes may not seem drastic. Combined, however, they significantly alter the flow of gameplay. Stella Montis feels far more dangerous overall. Enemy encounters happen constantly, ARCs are hidden around every corner, and the darkness makes it easy to miss threats until it’s too late.

Best Places to Loot on Stella Montis

Stella Montis is overflowing with valuable loot, which can be overwhelming at first. You’ll often find yourself forced to leave items behind simply because your inventory is full. To maximize efficiency, it’s best to prioritize specific materials or items each run. Solo play is usually optimal unless your squad is farming the same resources.

Even when running solo, Stella Montis remains extremely PvP-heavy. Trying to negotiate or spam “Don’t shoot” rarely works here. Fortunately, you don’t need to enter red or yellow zones to find good loot. While high-tier items are more common there, the outskirts of Stella Montis can still be very rewarding—especially if you want to avoid constant PvP pressure.

Below are the best places to loot on Stella Montis:

• Medical Research: The highest PvP activity zone on the map. Multiple angles of attack make this area extremely dangerous. That said, it contains large amounts of Vita Sprays, blue bandages, rare workshop materials, and even new Epic loot spawns.
• Assembly Workshops: One of the safer and more reliable looting zones. Expect plenty of Fireballs and Pops, so stay alert. Yellow carts here are especially valuable and can spawn Epic loot—we’ve personally seen up to four Epic materials in a single cart. Be cautious, as this area is close to multiple spawn points.
• Lobby: Ideal if you’re farming weapon components or security rooms. This is one of the few areas that supports long-range combat, so bringing a sniper rifle is recommended. Shredders patrol this zone, and they can shred shields and health almost instantly with their shotgun barrages.
• Storage Room and Cultural Archives: A warehouse-style area packed with Old World loot such as books, paintings, and mixtapes. Excellent for farming sellable items. The tight layout and heavy cover make combat here intense but enjoyable.
• Sandbox A & B: A solid location for mechanical components. Player traffic is low due to the presence of Shredders, Pops, and Fireballs. As usual, ARCs pose the greatest threat, so preparation is key.
• Seed Vault: Requires fuel cells to access. While there are numerous seed pods, each only contains a single seed, which feels underwhelming for a red zone. Other loot, including weapon crates, can spawn here, but overall it’s not recommended for seed farming.

That wraps up the best looting locations on Stella Montis. One of the biggest advantages of this map is how close many high-value areas are to each other. You can load in, loot quickly, and extract efficiently—especially if you have Raider Hatch Keys. Crafting during a raid is also quite manageable here.

Stella Montis Extraction Points

Stella Montis introduces a new style of extraction point, similar to those found on Blue Gate, but oriented sideways. The primary extraction method involves Metro Stations, much like the Buried City. There are three main extraction points on Stella Montis:

• Airshaft Extract: Located between Sandbox B and the Seed Vault. There’s minimal cover, so always clear nearby tunnels before calling extraction. With proper mine placement and tunnel control, this can be one of the safest extracts.
• Loading Bay Metro Station: Extremely dangerous due to a Bastion patrolling the lower level. Ironically, this makes it safer from other players, as few are willing to risk crossing the Bastion. Dark corners provide hiding spots, and descending from the top level is safest—especially if you have a zipline.
• Lobby Metro Station: The most dangerous extraction point. It’s wide open, with enemies approaching from above, side corridors, and elevator shafts simultaneously.

Because Stella Montis is so PvP-focused, bringing a Raider Hatch Key is strongly recommended. Raider hatches are well-positioned near key loot zones, and there are three on the map:

• Assembly Workshops Hatch: Located in the bottom-right corner. Extremely convenient and close to strong loot. You can spawn on the western side, clear the area, and extract with minimal risk.
• Eastern Tunnel Hatch: A very safe extraction point with low player traffic. Mostly used as a transition zone to the Seed Vault. Watch for corner campers, as visibility is poor without a flashlight.
• Sandbox B Hatch: Found at the southern edge of the area. This is the safest hatch on Stella Montis. ARCs don’t spawn here, and unless someone is actively camping it, extraction is smooth.

Given how intense PvP is on Stella Montis, hatch extractions are invaluable. The map is also excellent for farming Sensors and Advanced Electrical Components, which can be crafted either at home or mid-raid if you’ve invested in the Survival skill tree.

Stella Montis Best Loot Paths

There are numerous efficient loot routes on Stella Montis. Unlike other maps, spawn points are very close to looting zones, meaning your optimal path depends heavily on where you start. Below is a table outlining the best loot paths:

Spawn Name	Loot Path	Description
Assembly Spawn	Medical Research → Loading Bay Extraction OR Assembly Workshops → Assembly Workshops Hatch.	If you spawn on Assembly, there’s almost a 100% chance you’ll face other players. Medical Research is more PVP-heavy than Workshops, but Workshops have a player spawn on the eastern side of it. If you spawn in late, we recommend going to Medical Research.
Assembly Workshops Spawn	Assembly Workshops → Assembly Workshops Hatch OR Assembly Workshops → Medical Research → Loading Bay Extraction.	If you spawn in late, your best bet is to hope that there are players looting Assembly Workshops still. Usually, they’re filled with loot, and there’s a low chance players from the Lobby will come here.
Lobby Northern Spawn	Lobby → Cultural Archives or Assembly Area → Lobby Extraction or Raider Hatch.	One of the two Lobby spawns. If you spawn in here, check the left side when running out to the Lobby. Chances are, other players will be going up from the Lobby Metro spawn. Don’t loot until you're sure you’re safe.
Lobby Metro Spawn	Upper Lobby →  Lobby Extraction OR Lobby Area → Cultural Archives →  Eastern Tunnel Hatch/Airshaft	If you spawn in here, you’re in a worse position than the other Lobby spawn. You need to get to the other spawn ASAP and try to clear any raiders there. After that, loot the Lobby and extract.
Loading Bay Spawn	Medical Research → Assembly Workshops → Raider Hatch OR Sandbox → Seed Vault → Eastern Tunnel Hatch/Airshaft.	The best spawn you can wish for. It has a quite convenient route with some of the best loot. It’s also pretty safe.
Seed Vault Spawn	Seed Vault → Sandbox → Loading Bay Extraction OR Seed Vault →  Cultural Archives → Eastern Tunnel Hatch/Airshaft/Lobby Extraction.	Another great spawn. Lets you cover a lot of ground and offers many options for loot paths and extraction. If you spawn in late, be ready for a shootout.

While these routes are efficient in theory, real raid conditions may force you to adapt. Heavy ARC presence or unexpected PvP fights can make certain paths too risky. Always assess the situation, monitor your resources, and decide whether pushing forward is worth the danger.

Stella Montis Enemies

Stella Montis introduces a new enemy exclusive to this map: the Shredder. This ARC relentlessly pursues players and has firepower comparable to a Rocketeer. Fortunately, it cannot shoot vertically and only fires in straight lines. Once alerted, it unleashes devastating shotgun bursts.

In addition to Shredders, Stella Montis features many familiar enemies:

• Hornet
• Wasp
• Pop
• Fireball
• Bastion
• Turret

Although Bombardiers, Leapers and Rocketeers are absent, the confined spaces make combat far more dangerous. A single missed shot against a Pop or Fireball can easily end your run and cost you valuable loot.

F.A.Q.

What's the best loot route on Stella Montis?

The optimal route largely depends on your spawn location. In most cases, a strong and efficient path is Medical Research → Assembly Workshops, while Sandbox → Seed Vault can also work if you want to avoid early PvP pressure.

What are the best places to loot on Stella Montis?

Assembly Workshops, Medical Research, and the Cultural Archives consistently offer the highest-value loot, including rare materials, Epic drops, and valuable Old World items.

How to defeat Shredder in ARC Raiders?

Force the Shredder to fire by baiting its attack, then immediately take cover. Once the burst ends, step out and unload shots into its body. High-penetration weapons are strongly recommended, as it can soak up a lot of damage.

Is Stella Montis beginner-friendly?

No. Stella Montis is extremely punishing for new players due to heavy PvP activity, dangerous enemy density, and limited access to healing materials. Only attempt it with solid gear and experience.

What’s the safest extraction point on Stella Montis?

The Airshaft Extraction is the safest option. Located between Sandbox and the Seed Vault, it limits enemy approaches to just two corridors, making it much easier to defend during extraction.

Conclusion

Stella Montis is an excellent first update that shows the developers are willing to push ARC Raiders in bold new directions. The map transforms familiar gameplay into something far more tense and intimate. With its vertical layout, dense PvP, and unique loot opportunities, Stella Montis has many secrets still waiting to be uncovered. Jump in, explore, and take the risk.

As always, more guides are on the way. If you’re curious about how to deal with Matriarch—a new boss fight similar to Queen—we’ll be covering that soon. Stay tuned for more Stella Montis and ARC Raiders guides.