Finally, hurry up and dive into the Tarkov Arena gameplay of this new game from Battlestate Games! In this guide we will tell you all about EfT Arena launch, what mods and maps are in the game, how they differ, and of course, what weapons will help you win.
What is Escape from Tarkov Arena?
Escape from Tarkov Arena is a new game from the original EFT developers, now with status of DLC — 5vs5 first-person shooter on the closed areas with all players’ favorite game mechanics – that’s everything you need to know about the shell of this game.
Except…
4.9Escape from Tarkov Arena release date
Battle State Games promised us to release EFT Arena in 2024. Escape from Tarkov: Arena CBT was released on December 17th, but it is still available in DLC format, which is sent to all players who bought the maximum edition or separately pre-ordered EfT: Arena on the official website.
Who can join the closed testing of EFT Arena
As previously stated, only players who have purchased or are purchasing the max edition of the original Escape from Tarkov or the standard edition of EfT: Arena can join CBT. Warning! You can both get access to the closed beta immediately, and will be able to after ~80 hours, as the developers let people in portions, measuring the load on the servers. So if you don’t get an invitation right away, don’t despair, just wait.
How much does EFT Arena cost
For owners of the Edge of Darkness pack, EFT Arena will be free, and if you have any other version of the game (Standard, Left Behind, Prepare for Escape), you will have to buy it for $35. It is also purchaseable separately, and can be played as standalone, apart from the main game. Here you can check the prices and benefits of every EFT pack:
- Standard edition – 50$
- Left Behind – 82$
- Prepare for Escape – 110$
- Edge of Darkness – 150$
How to play EFT Arena
There are a few interesting facts we could see in the teasers and screenshots published by developers:
We will update this section soon.
EfT Arena Maps
There are only 5 maps available right now:
- Equator
- Stadium
- Sawmill
- Airport
- Port 5
Equator and Port 5 are the smallest maps of all, where the fastest fights happen and are easier to master an have only one capture point each in the center of the map.
In the center of the Stadium map is a helicopter, on two sides of which are capture points. This is a medium map and will suit those who like long fights, but not too protracted ones.
Be sure to occupy the airplane fuselage in the center of the Airport map. It allows you to view both capture points comfortably. This is quite a large map, and here the battles last longer than the others.
If you’ve already played Escape from Tarkov, then the Sawmill map is already familiar to you. It’s a vast map with all the terrain from the original game.
It is worth noting that on the edges of each map you can find sniper rifles. Be sure to take advantage of it!
EFT Arena game modes
Every arena has its own game modes such as TF (Teamfight) and SO (Shootout). In Teamfight, teams play 5v5 while in Shootout they play 1v1, 2v2 or 3v3. Also, we can see the designated playtime – 15 minutes.
You will have an opportunity to pick a gear preset of 4 classes:
- Assault
- CQB
- Scout
- Marksman
As it was mentioned before, EFT Arena will keep most of the game mechanics, such as injury to certain parts of the body.
Just like in the Escape from Tarkov, the body is divided into different regions. And each of these areas has its own health bar. In addition, there is the possibility of a fracture or opening of bleeding, so it starts to be played much harder after you receive a couple of shots in the arm or leg.
But a very important note should be made — your character in EfT: Arena and in the original Escape from Tarkov are not connected in any way, and progress is separated. At least for now. And we’re already can help you with achieving EfT Arena Rating, to make you feel more confident in this part of Escape from Tarkov.
EFT Arena best guns
So the last but not least part of our guide is how to choose and get the most powerful weapons in Escape from Tarkov Arena.
As we could see from the screenshots, you are able to choose the class with gun presets, but some weapons are much stronger and pleasurable than the other ones. So here is our recommendations on the best weapons for EFT Arena classes:
SR-2M “Veresk” – is a really good SMG to play with. Low recoil and good temp of fire will make you regret you don’t have a 600-rounds magazine;
Saiga 12ga – if you ever dreamed about literally one-shotting shotgun, this one’s for you;
Kalashnikov AKM – classic. Balance between recoil, power and velocity.
M1A – and this one is one of the best guns in the whole game. Low recoil, high bullet velocity will make you love this weapon. Inveterate players use it and advise it to everyone!
4.9Hope this guide was useful and you will be able to conquer any map of Tarkov Arena with confidence, and we will keep you informed and update the guide as more details become available.
