Clearing out hostile strongholds in Days Gone is essential for players who want to survive the perilous open world of post-apocalyptic Oregon. By neutralizing Marauders and Rippers in these outposts, Deacon St. John uncovers underground bunker maps that reveal nearby points of interest and grant vital crafting recipes.
Understanding the Strategic Value of Ambush Camps
In addition to clearing map fog and highlighting collectibles, securing ambush camps directly improves Deacon's overall survival capabilities. Finding the hidden bunker inside each camp awards valuable crafting blueprints, such as upgraded crossbow bolts and specialized gear. Furthermore, clearing these zones permanently reduces roadside traps and sniper ambushes in the surrounding territory.
Key Ambush Camp Locations Across Regions
The game features fourteen distinct ambush camps distributed across six major regions, including Cascades, Belknap, Lost Lake, Iron Butte, Crater Lake, and Highway 97. For instance, players will encounter the Jefferson Rail Tunnel camp early in Cascades, while Belknap hosts heavy Ripper strongholds like Black Crater. Moving further south toward Crater Lake and Highway 97, outposts like Spruce Lake and Aspen Butte offer higher-tier rewards alongside tougher enemy defenses.
Tactical Stealth Strategies for Safe Infiltration
Approaching a camp with stealth is generally the most effective way to eliminate hostile forces without wasting ammunition or alerting nearby Freakers. Utilizing silenced weaponry, crossbows, and suppressed sidearms allows you to pick off lone snipers and patrolling guards quietly. Throwing rocks into brush or tall grass can isolate specific enemies for easy melee takedowns.
Locating Bunkers and Clearing Unmarked Camps
If you are searching for missing camps on the map, look for rising columns of black smoke on the horizon while riding your motorcycle. Once all hostiles in a camp are eliminated, search the perimeter carefully to locate the underground hatch. Accessing the bunker table updates your map with regional fast travel options and marks all nearby NERO injectors and historical markers.
