ARC Raiders Bird City—New Headwinds Map Condition, Explained

Map Conditions are a core feature that keep the gameplay in ARC Raiders interesting, as they can significantly alter how each map is played. While some conditions are major, Headwinds’ Bird City is a relatively minor, yet still important, example.

The ‘Headwinds’ update is a significant addition to ARC Raiders for 2026, offering a variety of new content. While the Trophy Display Project is a standout feature, Bird City is also well worth checking out.

So, I was checking out ARC Raiders and got curious about this Bird City location – what’s new about it and where exactly it is in the game. This guide has all the answers I was looking for!

What Maps Is Bird City On In ARC Raiders?

Bird City, the new Minor Map Condition in ARC Raiders, is exclusive to the Buried City map.

In ARC Raiders, the map’s challenges change every hour, with both major and minor conditions rotating. If you plan to explore Bird City, remember that it’s unique and won’t appear in any other location like Buried City.

According to the story, when the Cold Snap ended, migratory birds came back. Now, huge flocks have returned and are building nests all over Buried City, and those nests are filled with valuable loot.

What Changes Does Bird City Make In ARC Raiders?


During the Bird City Minor map condition, pay close attention to the bird nests that appear on chimneys throughout the map.

Since it’s just a small change to the map, things haven’t changed much, but it’s a good opportunity to find extra rewards. Birds have built nests all over Buried City, and you can search them for Trinkets and powerful Epic Loot. It’s not super common, but the nests are easy to spot, so start looking!

Here’s the full list of changes made to Buried City during the Bird City Minor Map Condition:

  • Increased amount of Trinkets
  • Increased amount of Birds
  • Increased amount of Ziplines

We’d love to hear what you think about the new Headwinds update in ARC Raiders! Join the discussion on the official TopMob Discord server.

If you’re interested in ARC Raiders, be sure to try out the new Solo and Squads matchmaking options, plus the two recently added Epic Augments.

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2026-01-27 19:48