The Cold Snap update for ARC Raiders has introduced a wave of new content, headlined by a brand-new Project called Flickering Flames. This limited-time Project is split into five distinct steps, each requiring you to track down and submit a specific set of items in order to progress.
Completing Flickering Flames isn’t just about lending a helping hand, either. There are some genuinely worthwhile rewards on offer for those willing to put the time in. That said, the challenge shouldn’t be underestimated—several of the item requirements are demanding, and gathering everything before the deadline will take careful planning and consistent raiding.
With the clock ticking, knowing exactly what to prioritise can make all the difference. Follow this guide to see every requirement and reward tied to the Flickering Flames Project in ARC Raiders, along with how long you have left to complete it before the event comes to an end.
How To Complete The ARC Raiders Flickering Flames Project
There are five stages to the Flickering Flames Project in ARC Raiders, with each one having four requirements to fulfil.
None of the requirements at any stage is extensively rare or hard to come by—at least, none other than the Candleberries. In total, you’ll need 260 Candleberries across the five stages of the Project. These can be tricky to come by, but follow Insider Gaming’s Candleberries Guide and you’ll be ready to blitz through the Flickering Flames Project in no time.
Here’s the full list for every stage of the Project, including the requirements as well as the rewards.
| Project Stage | Project Requirements | Project Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Candlelight | – 1 Empty Wine Bottle – 25 Plastic Parts – 5 Durable Cloth – 20 Candleberries | – 5 Firecrackers – 1,000 Merits – 1,000 Merits – 50 Raider Tokens |
| Stage 2: Decorations | – 3 Candle Holders – 3 Light Bulbs – 1 Industrial Battery – 50 Cnadleberries | – 1 Red Light Stick Blueprint – 1,000 Merits – 1,000 Merits – 50 Raider Tokens |
| Stage 3: Presents | – 5 Snap Blast Grenades – 10 Duct Tape – 1 Film Reel – 60 Candleberries | – 3 Trailblazers – 1,000 Merits – 1,000 Merits – 50 Raider Tokens |
| Stage 4: Beverages | – 2 Coffee Pots – 10 Fireball Burners – 2 Water Filters – 60 Candleberries | – 1 Vita Spray – 1,000 Merits – 1,000 Merits – 50 Raider Tokens |
| Stage 5: Meals | – 7 Mushrooms – 2 Frying Pans – 2 Music Albums – 70 Candleberries | – 1 Snap Hook – 1,000 Merits – 1,000 Merits – 50 Raider Tokens |
There’s a high chance you’ve got some of these items lying around in your stash, so make sure you don’t recycle or sell them before you use them in the Project!
When Does The ARC Raiders Flickering Flames Project End?
The Flickering Flames Project for ARC Raiders expires on January 13, 2026.
With the event launching on December 16, 2025, that leaves just under a month to make meaningful progress. While that may sound generous on paper, the reality is a bit more demanding. The Project requires a long list of specific upgrades and materials, many of which can only be obtained through consistent raiding and successful extractions.
If you’re aiming to complete the Flickering Flames Project in full, it’s best to start chipping away at the requirements as early as possible. Spreading your runs out over the course of the event not only reduces the grind but also gives you more flexibility to adapt if luck isn’t on your side during raids.
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