As part of the Headwinds update from Embark Studios, ARC Raiders players have a great cause to go back to the Buried City. Bird City is a new map modifier that turns the roofs of Buried City into a treasure-filled playground with birds, nests, and other valuable items. Bird City is known for its collection of rubber ducks, and right now it’s one of the best limited-time experiences in the game. This is everything you need to know to get the most out of this event.
What is the Bird City Event in ARC Raiders
Bird City is a small map condition that only shows up on the Buried City map. It shows up on the map schedule several times a day, giving gamers a limited time to play before it goes back to normal. When this event is going on, birds fill the Buried City and make nests and hide treasure on the roofs. Chimneys all across the city suddenly become places where players can find more trinkets, nature things, crafting materials, and especially collectible rubber ducks.
The design of Bird City encourages players to explore vertically and pays them for climbing up on rooftops and moving fast between chimneys. More ziplines make it faster to get around, but the higher combat and closer players also make it more dangerous for anyone trying to get valuable rewards.
When and How to Play Bird City
The Bird City event is featured on a schedule that recurs multiple times daily, typically spanning around one hour for each cycle. Due to this rotation, players are advised to check the event timer before entering Buried City to ensure they join when the Bird City modifier is in effect. With limited time at your disposal, effective preparation and precise timing are crucial to optimizing your loot runs.
In Bird City, nearly every rooftop chimney transforms into a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Players are encouraged to ascend to elevated positions, examine nests, and collect a plethora of items before the event concludes. Staying vigilant of fellow players and possible threats during these runs is crucial, as the substantial rewards make this event a favored option for extraction missions.
All Duck Rewards and Rubber Duck Variants
One of the most exciting additions to Bird City is the introduction of collectible rubber ducks. These items are more than just quirky cosmetics, as they offer high coin values when sold. Ducks appear inside bird nests during the Bird City modifier, and each variation has a specific coin worth tied to it. There are seven main duck varieties you can find during the event:
- Rubber Duck is a standard common item.
- Tropical Duck and Gentle Duck offer additional coin value.
- Alien Duck is another uncommon variant that players enjoy collecting.
- Flashy Duck and Doodly Duck fall into the rare tier.
- Familiar Duck is the highest-value epic duck.
The worth of these ducks ranges from common coins for the basic ducks to large amounts for the epic Familiar Duck. Players often say that good nest runs during Bird City can get them a lot of coins, making this event one of the best ways to farm coins in ARC Raiders so far.
All Duck Location, Rarity & Value
| Duck Name | Rarity | Approximate Coin Value | Where to Find on the Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubber Duck | Common | ~1,000 Coins | Found in bird nests in chimneys across Buried City rooftops during Bird City. Chimneys on Italian-style buildings have the highest spawn rates. |
| Tropical Duck | Uncommon | ~1,000 Coins | In nests on Buried City chimneys during Bird City; these are among the more frequently seen uncommon ducks. |
| Gentle Duck | Uncommon | ~1,000 Coins | Spawns inside rooftop chimneys with bird nests during the Bird City event. |
| Alien Duck | Uncommon | ~1,000 Coins | Also found in chimney nests across Buried City during Bird City; noted by players in community spotting threads. |
| Doodly Duck | Rare | ~3,000 Coins | A rarer duck variant appearing in rooftop chimneys during Bird City; less common spawn than the Uncommon ducks. |
| Flashy Duck | Rare | ~3,000 Coins | Rare variation found during Bird City in bird nests on chimneys. |
| Familiar Duck | Epic | ~7,000 Coins | The rarest duck and highest-value one you can find in Bird City nests; often worth farming for coin runs. |
Tips for Successfully Farming Bird City Loot
To do well in Bird City, you need to be able to move quickly among rooftops and know where the loot is. Put chimney nests with birds at the top of your list because they are more likely to include valuable items and ducks. Using the Snap Hook and ziplines can make it much faster to travel about on roofs. When other players are close, it’s important to balance danger and reward. Chimneys close to popular spots like Town Hall and Piazza Arbusto often have several nesting spots close by.
Bird City comes and goes on a regular timetable, so knowing when it shows up will help you organize your raids so that they are as effective and successful as possible. This event is a must-play for Raiders who want to get more coins and collectibles because it has rare loot, unique items, and the extra difficulty of climbing on rooftops.
