How to Kill Matriarch in Arc Raiders

If you think the Queen is the toughest end-game boss in Arc Raiders, Matriarch is here to take the challenge higher. To take down this massive boss, you will need more than just good aim and teamwork. This powerful ARC enemy drops high-tier loot, especially the items to craft new weapons. In this guide, learn how to kill the Matriarch in Arc Raiders, including the best loadouts, strategies, and combat tips to help your squad take it down efficiently.

Arc Raiders Matriarch Location

In Arc Raiders, the Matriarch spawns only during the Matriarch (map modifier) is applied to the map. This means you must enter a Matriarch Event map to find it. Look for the ‘diamond link’ icon beside the maps to identify the event. Click on the map and confirm entering the Matriarch event. Keep in mind that the difficulty can go from 3-5, depending on what map you are entering.

The Matriarch is easy to spot as it is one of the largest ARC enemies in Arc Raiders. Once you spawn in any of the Matriarch Events, look for the large ARC with the head beaming a red light to find it.

Arc Raiders Matriarch Health, Weakness and Attacks

Before you prepare, knowing about your enemy always comes in handy. Here are the full stats for Matriarch in Arc Raiders, including its health points, weaknesses, attacks, and more.

Best Loadouts to Kill Matriarch in Arc Raiders

Just like the Queen, killing the Matriarch in Arc Raiders requires the best loadout. Before we jump into the best weapons or healing items, you must know what to keep in the safe pocket.

While most of the players prefer keeping valuables in the safe pocket, having a Raider Hatch Key for the Matriarch run is a must. This will help in extraction even after most elevators are swarming with enemy ARCs or humans.

Shields and Augments

The best augment to use for a Matriarch Event is the Tactical Mk. 3 (Defensive). Craft the augment using 2x Advanced Electrical Components and 3x Processor. This augment gives 20 backpack slots, 1 safe pocket slot, and 5 quick use slots. However, the reason we suggest it is because of its shield compatibility and shielding passive. When using the Tactical Mk. 3 (Defensive), players can use the higher-level Arc Raiders shields. Along with that, you can use shield recharge while running when you have this augment, and that is why we suggest you go with the Heavy shield for the Matriarch raid.

Weapons

To kill the Matriarch in Arc Raiders, having the best weapons in the game is important. As we mentioned already in our Arc Raiders weapons tier list, Hullcracker is the best ARC killer in the game. And that stands accurate against the Matriarch. Make sure you have the Hullcracker with a lot of launcher ammo in the bag.

As the secondary weapon, you will need something that keeps both the summoned ARCs and human enemies in check. That is where the Venator works like magic. This gun is strong against ARCs, which will help in dealing with those pesky Wasps and Hornets. But that is not all. Given its high damage and armor penetration, Venator works solidly against the human intruders as well.

Healing Items

Unlike other raids, fighting the Matriarch is all about resilience. That is why you must keep more healing items than your usual expedition. Make sure you have Sterilized Bandages, Vita Shots, and Shield Recharges to handle the long fight against the big boss.

Grenades and Gadgets

To deal with strong ARCs like the Matriarch and its summons, having some strong Arc Raiders grenades and gadgets is crucial. If you want to beat the Matriarch faster, then Wolfpack is a must-have grenade. This ARC killing machine detonates and targets the nearby ARC after a delay. Once it contacts the ARC, it deals 1992 damage. Showstopper is the grenade that stuns ARCs for 10 seconds on impact. Keep a lot of grenades in your pocket, as the summoned ARCs will be as annoying as the big boss itself.

Tips and Tricks to Kill Matriarch in Arc Raiders

Now that you know the stats of the Matriarch and what loadouts to bring in attempt to kill it in Arc Raiders, here are a few tips and tricks to do it more efficiently:

1. Control the High Ground and Survive the Missile Barrage

The Matriarch is far more aggressive than the Queen, and its homing missiles are the biggest threat. Stay elevated whenever possible, since the rockets struggle to crest high ledges and often explode harmlessly in front of you.

If you fight it on level ground, you will eat splash damage nonstop. Pick a sturdy cover before the fight starts and stick with it for the rest of the battle. When the poison barrages land, rotate to another piece of cover rather than tanking through it. Getting stuck in the gas clouds will make you cough, slow down, and leave you unable to fire, which can easily get you finished by third parties.

2. Break the Armor and Focus the Weakpoints

The Matriarch has heavier armor plating than the Queen, especially on its legs, so bring something that strips armor quickly. Hullcracker remains the best option, with Equalizer also being a good alternative for the opening layers. Once you break the outer shell, aim for the exposed core spots at the top of its hull. Hitting those weak points melts Matriarch’s health far faster than shooting the legs.

When the Matriarch pops its defensive shield ability, stop firing altogether. The barrier denies bullets, Wolfpacks, grenades, and even Jupiter shots. Save your ammo until it fades, then immediately resume focusing on the core.

3. Use Safe Angles and Prepare for Third Parties

Your biggest enemy in a Matriarch fight is often other raiders. Areas like Dam Battlegrounds are perfect for a big fight like this, because the boss sits in a pit surrounded by high ground. This gives teams plenty of sniping angles, flanks, and push routes.

The Pipeline Tower is currently in the strongest position if you can reach it first. Set a zipline, place a couple of traps at the entry, and you can defend the roof while maintaining full vision of the Matriarch. Once it dies, send one person down to loot and let the others cover every angle.

Other than the humans, you must also remember that the Matriarch spawns ARC right before going down. This includes Bastions and Rocketeers, who spawn late. So move fast, or you will lose the loot to incoming waves or enemy squads.

Arc Raiders Matriarch Loot and Rewards

Now that you know how to kill the Matriarch in Arc Raiders, it is time to look at what makes the fight worth it—the rewards. Defeating the Matriarch opens up one of the richest loot pools in the game, packed with high-rarity items and valuable components. Here are all the rewards you can earn from a successful Matriarch kill:

Main debris loot pool

• ARC Alloy
• ARC Circuitry
• ARC Performance Steel
• Advanced ARC Powercell
• ARC Flex Rubber
• ARC Motion Core
• ARC Synthetic Resin
• ARC Thermo Lining
• Magnetic Accelerator
• Matriarch Reactor

Small debris loot pool

• ARC Alloy
• ARC Circuitry
• ARC Performance Steel
• Advanced ARC Powercell
• ARC Flex Rubber
• ARC Synthetic Resin
• Magnetic Accelerator
• Matriarch Reactor

That is everything you need to know about the Matriarch in Arc Raiders, including the way to kill it and get the Magnetic Accelerator and Matriarch Reactor. So, are you planning to take on the Matriarch solo, or will it be your usual trio run? Share your battle plans and strategies in the comments below.