In Arc Raiders, the humble lemon and apricot represent far more than mere Post-apocalyptic fruit. They are key components in upgrading Scrappy, your tireless AI sidekick, whose usefulness magnifies exponentially as the game goes on. Players must scour the maps for precisely three lemons and three apricots to get access to Scrappy’s third-level enhancement stuff, separating casual players from dedicated scavengers.
Where to Find Lemons and Apricots?
The Olive Grove on Blue Gate cements its status as the gold standard in fruit picking. Situated in the northwest part of the map, this lush haven has numerous fruit-bearing trees bearing lemons and apricots. Players will either be able to find fruit on the ground surrounding these trees or use a simple kick interaction that will loosen other specimens for collection. Popularity, however, brings constant competition between raiders, turning fruit gathering into a high-risk affair.
Those looking for an alternative will find Dam Battlegrounds more tactical. Red Lakes, which is on the eastern side of the map, provides a consistent supply of apricots with much less player traffic. The trees are more spread out around the region, but with less competition, it becomes a perfect spot for solo players who put stealth over speed.
Marano Park in Buried City is another option, but it will require some serious fighting skills. In the center of the map is an area filled with clusters of fruit trees, but it’s a hotbed of Arc enemy patrols, Bastions, and Rocketeers. These extraction points nearby will give access to some quick routes of escape, making this a decent speedrunning location for experienced operators.
A strategic consideration does exist through the Lush Blooms event modifier. When this temporary buff is active on any map, it dramatically increases the spawn rates of fruits across nature points of interest, transforming even modest locations into harvesting paradises.