How to Slide & Roll in ARC Raiders

Mastering movement mechanics is essential for success in ARC Raiders. This guide will walk you through the two key mobility techniques: sliding down slopes and performing dodge rolls. Whether you’re on PC or console, we’ll cover the exact controls and settings you need to execute these moves efficiently.

Understanding Sliding in ARC Raiders

Sliding is a downhill movement technique that allows you to traverse slopes quickly and efficiently. To slide, you’ll need to be on higher ground where you can descend a hill. The sliding mechanic is triggered by combining your sprint action with the crouch button.

To perform a slide:

Position yourself on an elevated area or slope

Hold Shift to sprint

Press C to crouch while running

You will now slide down the slope

This combined input (Shift + C) creates a smooth downhill slide that covers distance quickly.

Control Settings Reference

PC Controls

If you need to verify or adjust your controls, navigate to the Menu → Settings → Controls. Here you’ll find the default keybindings:

Sprint: Left Shift

Crouch Toggle (Slide): C

Console Players

Console players (PlayStation, Xbox, etc.) should reference the same Settings → Controls menu to locate the equivalent buttons for sprint and crouch toggle, which will vary by platform.

How to Roll and Dodge in ARC Raiders

Rolling, also known as dodging, is a separate movement ability from sliding. This technique allows you to quickly evade threats and reposition yourself in combat.

Roll/Dodge Control: Alt (on PC)

To perform a roll or dodge, simply press the Alt key. However, be aware that this ability consumes stamina with each use. If you find that your stamina depletes too quickly, consider investing skill points into improving your dodge or roll efficiency. With proper skill development, you can perform more dodge rolls before running out of stamina.

Summary

You now have the fundamentals of movement in ARC Raiders:

Sliding: Hold Shift + Press C on slopes to slide downhill

Rolling/Dodging: Press Alt to dodge (uses stamina; consider investing skill points to reduce stamina consumption)

Practice these movement techniques in lower-stakes encounters to master the timing and flow of combat in ARC Raiders. Combine sliding and rolling effectively and you’ll have excellent mobility and evasion in your arsenal.

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