162 articlesIf you’ve reached the Deciphering the Data quest in ARC Raiders and found yourself wondering why the Magnetic Decryptor isn’t cooperating, you’re not alone. This quest is simple once you know the trick, but it can be confusing the first time around.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly where to go, what to do if the decryptor fails, and how to finish the quest in a single raid without wasting time.
Use the Magnetic Decryptor in the Fuel Control Building
Start by heading to the Fuel Control area on the Spaceport map.
When you arrive, you’ll see two entrances, make sure to take the door on the right. Once inside, push all the way to the back of the room until you find a control panel.
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If it works, congrats, you’ve completed this part of the quest and can move on.
No Luck? Head to the Arrival Building
If the decryptor fails here, don’t panic, that’s actually expected sometimes.
The quest will update and tell you to try the Arrival Building, which uses a different decryptor model.
⚠️ Important: Both steps must be completed in the same raid. Do not extract between objectives, or you’ll have to start over.
Reach the Arrival Building in Spaceport
From Fuel Control, make your way to the Arrival Building on the Spaceport map.
Once inside, look for a staircase and follow it upward to the top floor. Stick to the upper levels and follow the route until you reach the correct location.
Use the Magnetic Decryptor at the Arrival Building
At the top of the Arrival Building, you’ll find another interaction panel. Use the Magnetic Decryptor here, and once it activates successfully, the quest will be fully completed.
If you’re unsure, double-check the map location to confirm you’re at the right spot.
Wrap-Up
And that’s the Deciphering the Data quest done, no overthinking required. As long as you remember to stay in the same raid and know where to go next, this mission is quick and painless.
If this guide helped, check out the rest of our ARC Raiders quest and mission guides to keep your progress smooth and stress-free.
See you in the next run, Raiders. Also, if you haven’t completed the Groundbreaking quest added in the new update of ARC Raiders, I recommend that you check out my guide for that as well. You wouldn’t want to miss out on all the rewards now, do you?
