What is an Apricot in Arc Raiders?

Apricots are classified as uncommon consumables. Each Apricot restores 20 stamina when eaten and takes 1 second to consume, making it a quick option for topping up energy during missions. They also weigh 0.2 units and can be stacked up to 10 per inventory slot, so they’re easy to carry in moderate amounts without filling your inventory.

Besides stamina, Apricots are valuable for upgrading your Scrappy bots. They are required in multiple Scrappy workshop upgrades, which means collecting them consistently can save a lot of time. Apricots can also be recycled to produce assorted seeds, which is useful if you are farming or planning future crafting.

Where Can You Find Apricots at the Spaceport?

At the Spaceport, Apricots are mostly found in the Nature areas—places with scattered foliage, small trees, and green spaces. Look for the Apricot Tree, which is small, spindly, and has a combination of green and yellow leaves. These trees spawn 1–4 Apricots on the ground beneath them, but not every tree will drop fruit on every loop.

In practice, here’s what works best:

• Walk around the tree in a small loop to trigger the interact prompt if it doesn’t appear immediately.

• Check map modifiers or current events, as they can influence the number of Apricots spawned.

• Remember that scavenging is also possible with a Wicker Basket, which increases the efficiency of collecting multiple drops at once.

How Do You Collect Apricots Efficiently?

Players often make the mistake of rushing through Nature areas without paying attention to the trees themselves. Here’s the practical method that works for most experienced players:

1. Scan the Area First – Identify trees by their leaf color and size.

2. Loop and Interact – Move around each tree to see if the interaction prompt appears. Sometimes the game doesn’t trigger it immediately.

3. Check for Multiple Trees – Apricots don’t spawn everywhere. If one tree is empty, move to the next to maintain a steady supply.

4. Prioritize Inventory Space – Each Apricot stacks up to 10. Carry baskets or extra slots to avoid running out of space.

Using this approach, you can typically gather enough Apricots for crafting and personal use without wasting time or stamina.

How Are Apricots Used?

There are several practical uses for Apricots:

1. Stamina Recovery – Eat them directly for a quick 20-stamina boost. In Spaceport missions, this can save you from returning to a checkpoint for energy top-ups.

2. Scrappy Training and Upgrades – Apricots are essential for upgrading Scrappy bots in the workshop:

   • Scrappy II → Scrappy III: Requires 3 Lemons + 3 Apricots

   • Scrappy IV → Scrappy V: Requires 12 Apricots, 12 Mushrooms, and 3 Very Comfortable Pillows Regularly harvesting Apricots ensures you don’t stall on these upgrades.

3. Crafting Fruit Mix – One Apricot can be combined with a Lemon and Prickly Pear to craft a Fruit Mix, which can be useful for additional stamina recovery.

4. Recycling and Resource Management – Recycling Apricots gives 3 assorted seeds, while salvaging provides 2 seeds, which can be planted or traded later.

Because of these uses, some players focus on Apricots as a core early-game resource for both crafting and upgrades.

Can You Trade Apricots?

Yes. Apricots are included in arc raiders items trade, so players can exchange them with others for coins or other consumables. This is particularly useful if you’re farming in Nature-heavy areas like the Spaceport but need a different resource for a workshop upgrade. Experienced players often set aside a few Apricots specifically for trading, while keeping the rest for personal use.

Tips for Spaceport Farming

• Timing Loops: Instead of running back and forth randomly, create a consistent loop around all Nature areas where Apricot Trees spawn. This maximizes collection without wasting movement.

• Avoid Overloading: Because Apricots are uncommon and stack to 10, don’t fill up your inventory with them alone. Mix with other consumables or crafting materials for efficiency.

• Use Map Modifiers: Some events increase fruit spawns. Track these to double your Apricot collection in a single run.

• Combine with Other Farming: Spaceport has multiple resource types. While collecting Apricots, also pick up mushrooms, lemons, and any other materials required for crafting. This way, your farming runs are always productive.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Ignoring the Interact Prompt – Many players assume an Apricot didn’t spawn if they can’t pick it up immediately. Walking around the tree usually fixes this.

2. Over-Hoarding – Carrying too many Apricots can crowd inventory space. Prioritize only what you need for immediate upgrades or crafting.

3. Skipping Workshop Upgrades – Some players farm Apricots without using them. Remember that upgrading Scrappy bots is often more valuable than storing raw fruit.

4. Neglecting Recycling – If you have excess Apricots, recycle them for seeds instead of letting them sit in your inventory. It’s a long-term resource strategy.

The Spaceport is one of the more efficient locations to gather Apricots in Arc Raiders, thanks to its multiple small Nature areas and predictable tree spawns. By looping around Apricot Trees, paying attention to interact prompts, and managing your inventory carefully, you can collect enough Apricots for stamina recovery, crafting, Scrappy upgrades, and even trading.

Remember to combine your Apricot runs with other resources in the area, recycle excess fruit for seeds, and keep track of events or modifiers that affect spawn rates. Over time, you’ll find that regular Apricot farming can make a noticeable difference in your progress and workshop upgrades, while also giving you a consistent item to trade with other players.

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