Stuck trying to finish the Eyes in the Sky quest in Arc Raiders? You are not alone. This tricky mission sends you across three different maps to place LiDAR Scanners while avoiding other players who want to take you down. The good news is you can finish this quest without spending money on gear for two of the three locations.
You will learn exactly where to place each LiDAR Scanner, what gear you actually need, and how to survive the most dangerous PVP hotspots. Let us walk through every step so you can complete this quest quickly and get back to raiding.
Key Takeaways
- Three scanner locations: Control Tower in Dam Battlegrounds, Communications Tower in Spaceport, and Galleria sign in Buried City
- Only one item required: A zipline for the Buried City scanner (bring two just in case)
- No extraction needed: You can place all three scanners in one raid session or separate runs
- PVP danger levels: Control Tower is extremely dangerous, Spaceport is very safe, Buried City is medium risk
- Free loadouts work: You can use free gear for Dam Battlegrounds and Spaceport
What Is the Eyes in the Sky Quest in Arc Raiders?
The Eyes in the Sky quest is a multi-map mission that tasks you with placing LiDAR Scanners at three specific locations. You get this quest from the mission board in Speranza, the main hub area. The quest requires you to visit the Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, and Buried City maps.
A LiDAR Scanner is a special device that looks like a tripod with electronic equipment on top. You interact with these scanners to place them and complete each objective. This quest tests your map knowledge, movement skills, and ability to handle PVP combat since one location is a major hotspot for player fights.
Where to Place the First LiDAR Scanner in Dam Battlegrounds?
The first scanner goes on top of the Control Tower in the middle of Dam Battlegrounds. This is the most dangerous part of the entire quest because the Control Tower is a very popular POI (Point of Interest) where lots of players go to fight and loot.
Step-by-Step Path to the Control Tower Scanner
- Approach from the south side: This is the safest way to get near the building. Look for stairs on the southern exterior wall.
- Climb three flights of stairs: Stop when you reach the main floor. Do not go all the way to the top yet.
- Run through the outdoor hallway: Go straight through the long hallway and enter the door at the far end.
- Breach the inner door: You will see a breachable door straight ahead. If other players have been here, it might already be open. If not, breach it quickly.
- Shoot the turrets: Before using the zipline going up, look straight up and shoot any turrets on the walls above you. These turrets can kill you fast if you ignore them.
- Take the zipline up: This is risky. Other players may have set traps at the top to alert them of incoming enemies.
- Call out that you are friendly: If you trigger traps, immediately use voice chat to say you are just questing. This can prevent unnecessary fights.
- Skip the key room: The popular key room is on your right, but you do not need it. Keep moving forward.
- Breach the roof door: Follow the corridor to another breachable door at the top of some stairs. Open it to access the Control Tower roof.
- Place the scanner: On the roof, move forward and slightly left to find the tripod. Interact with it to place your LiDAR Scanner.
Watch out for players waiting at the bottom of the zipline when you leave. They often camp there expecting loaded looters to come down.
How to Install the Second Scanner at Spaceport?
The second LiDAR Scanner goes at the Communications Tower on the eastern side of the Spaceport map. This is by far the easiest and safest scanner to place. Very few players visit this area, so you can usually do this part without any fights.
Simple Steps for Spaceport Scanner
- Travel to the eastern side: The Communications Tower is on the east side of Spaceport, away from main POIs.
- Find the yellow ladder: Look for the tall tower with a yellow ladder going up the side.
- Climb to the platform: Climb the ladder until you reach the first platform.
- Place the scanner: You will see the tripod right there on the platform. Interact with it to place the LiDAR Scanner.
- Extract safely: Climb back down and head to any extraction point to leave.
You can use a completely free loadout for this part since there is almost no danger. Some players even do this scanner first to get an easy completion under their belt.
Where Is the Galleria Sign Location in Buried City?
The final LiDAR Scanner must be placed on top of the Galleria sign in Buried City. This location requires a zipline to reach, making it the only scanner that needs special equipment.
How to Reach the Galleria Sign Scanner
- Approach from the south: Head toward the Galleria building from the southern direction.
- Climb the nearby structures: Look for square structures on the building just south of the Galleria. Climb on top of these.
- Cross the makeshift bridge: Use the bridge to walk over to the Galleria rooftop.
- Place your zipline carefully: Connect your zipline to the upper portion of the Galleria sign. If you place it too low on the protective railing, you will fall off instead of reaching the platform.
- Take the zipline up: You might need to jump a little at the end to land correctly on the platform.
- Place the final scanner: Interact with the tripod on the sign platform to place your last LiDAR Scanner.
- Grab the weapon case: A weapon case often spawns up here. Check it for free loot before you leave.
Pro tip: Bring two ziplines if you can afford them. Sometimes the placement is finicky, and having a backup saves you from having to extract and come back.
Do You Need to Extract Between Scanner Placements?
No, you do not need to extract between each LiDAR Scanner placement. You can place all three scanners in a single raid session if you want. The game saves your progress instantly when you place each scanner.
Many players prefer to do them in separate runs because the Control Tower is so dangerous. If you die there, you only lose the gear from that run and still keep any scanners you placed in previous raids. This makes splitting the quest across multiple sessions a smart strategy for beginners.
What Equipment Should You Bring for This Quest?
You can use different loadout strategies for each scanner location. Here is a simple gear guide:
For Dam Battlegrounds Control Tower
Bring your best PVP weapons and armor. The Control Tower is a warzone. Shotguns and SMGs work great for close fights inside the building. Bring grenades to clear rooms. Wear your strongest armor because you will likely get shot at.
For Spaceport Communications Tower
A free loadout works perfectly. This area is safe and empty. You can go in with basic gear or even no gear to save money.
For Buried City Galleria Sign
You must have at least one zipline. Two is better. Bring medium-tier gear for self-defense. The Galleria area sometimes has enemies, but it is not a major PVP hotspot.
Pro Tips for Avoiding PVP and Dangers
Control Tower Survival Tips
- Go during off-hours: Play early morning or late night when fewer players are online.
- Travel light: Do not bring your best gear until you know the route well. Expect to die learning the building layout.
- Use voice chat: Calling out “friendly, just questing” can save your life when you trigger traps.
- Check corners: Move slowly and check every corner for camping players.
- Listen for footsteps: Audio cues tell you if other players are nearby.
General Quest Efficiency
- Do Spaceport first: Get the easy scanner done to build confidence.
- Bring a friend: Having one teammate makes the Control Tower much safer.
- Practice the route: Run the Control Tower path in offline mode if the game allows it.
- Watch map timers: Some maps have higher player counts during certain times. Learn the patterns.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake 1: Bringing no zipline to Buried City
You cannot reach the Galleria sign without a zipline. If you forget it, you will waste an entire raid and have to restart.
Mistake 2: Rushing the Control Tower at peak hours
Going to the Control Tower during prime time is a death sentence. Wait for quieter server times or bring a full squad.
Mistake 3: Not shooting turrets before ziplining
The turrets above the breachable door will shred you in seconds. Always look up and destroy them first.
Mistake 4: Placing the Buried City zipline too low
If you attach your zipline to the railing instead of the upper sign, you will slide off and take massive fall damage. Aim for the top part of the sign.
Mistake 5: Trying to extract after each scanner
You do not need to extract between placements. Staying in the raid saves time if you are doing multiple scanners in one run.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you complete Eyes in the Sky solo?
Yes, you can complete this quest solo, but it is much harder. The Control Tower scanner is the main challenge when playing alone. You have to fight or sneak past other players by yourself. Many solo players prefer to wait for quiet server times or skip the Control Tower scanner until they have better gear. The other two scanners are very easy to do solo because they are in low-traffic areas.
What happens if you die during the quest?
If you die before placing a scanner, you keep any scanners you placed in previous raids but lose the gear you brought on that run. For example, if you placed the Spaceport scanner last raid and die at the Control Tower this raid, you still have credit for Spaceport. You will need to buy new gear and try the Control Tower again. Your quest progress does not reset when you die.
Do you need a key to access the Control Tower?
No, you do not need any keys for the Eyes in the Sky quest. The Control Tower has a breachable door you can open with your basic tools. The key rooms inside the Control Tower are for loot, not for the quest. You can completely ignore them and still reach the roof to place your scanner. Many new players waste time looking for keys when they are not needed.
Can you place the LiDAR scanners in any order?
Yes, you can place the three LiDAR scanners in any order you want. The quest does not force you to follow a specific sequence. Most players prefer to do Spaceport first because it is safe, then Buried City because it only needs a zipline, and finally Dam Battlegrounds because it is the hardest. Choose the order that matches your gear and comfort level.
How many ziplines do you need for the Galleria sign?
You need at least one zipline to reach the Galleria sign in Buried City. However, most experienced players bring two ziplines. The placement can be tricky, and sometimes the first zipline does not connect properly to the upper sign. Having a backup saves you from having to leave the raid and come back. Ziplines are not super expensive, so the investment is worth it.
Is the Communications Tower in Spaceport always empty?
The Communications Tower is almost always empty of other players. It is not a loot hotspot or a quest location for other missions. You might see an occasional player passing through, but fights are extremely rare. This makes it the perfect place to use a free loadout and save your money for the more dangerous Control Tower scanner.
What are the best weapons for the Control Tower PVP?
For the Control Tower fights, bring close-range weapons like shotguns or SMGs. The hallways and rooms are tight, so long-range rifles are less effective. The Karma-1 shotgun and Buzzer SMG are popular choices. Bring grenades to clear corners and wear heavy armor. A melee weapon can also help if you run out of ammo during a long fight.
Summary and Next Steps
You now have everything needed to complete the Eyes in the Sky quest in Arc Raiders. Remember the three scanner locations: Control Tower roof in Dam Battlegrounds, Communications Tower platform in Spaceport, and Galleria sign rooftop in Buried City. The Control Tower is dangerous, Spaceport is safe, and Buried City needs a zipline.
Start with the easy Spaceport scanner to build confidence. Save your best gear for the Control Tower fight. Bring two ziplines for Buried City to avoid placement mistakes. Most importantly, you do not need to extract between scanners, so feel free to split the quest across multiple raids if needed.
