7 Days To Die: Mastering Infested Clear Missions for Epic Rewards
7 Days To Die offers diverse mission types, with infested missions standing out as particularly challenging yet rewarding. This guide covers everything you need to know to conquer these missions and reap their valuable loot.
Starting an Infested Clear Mission
To begin, visit one of the five traders (Rekt, Jen, Bob, Hugh, or Joe). Mission difficulty depends on the tier (higher tiers are harder) and biome (Wasteland missions are tougher than forest missions). Infested missions unlock at Tier 2, requiring completion of 10 Tier 1 missions. Expect significantly more and tougher zombies, including radiated, cops, and ferals. Tier 6 missions are the ultimate challenge, but by then, you should be well-prepared. The objective remains consistent: eliminate all enemies within the designated area.
Completing an Infested Clear Mission
Upon reaching the Point of Interest (POI), activate the mission marker. Leaving the area or dying results in mission failure. The game often designs a specific path, often marked by lighting. Avoid this path! It often triggers traps. Instead, explore alternative routes, perhaps using building blocks to bypass obstacles or gain a tactical advantage.
Zombies are indicated by red dots on the screen; larger dots mean closer proximity. Focus on headshots for efficient kills. Be aware of special zombie types:
| Zombie Type | Abilities | Countermeasures |
|---|---|---|
| Cops | Spit toxic vomit, explode when injured | Observe their head-back posture before spitting; maintain distance; seek cover. |
| Spiders | Jump long distances | Listen for their screech before they leap; prepare for quick headshots. |
| Screamers | Summon other zombies with their screams | Prioritize eliminating them to prevent overwhelming hordes. |
| Demolition Zombies | Carry explosive packages | Avoid hitting their chests; run if the explosive starts beeping. |
The final room holds the best loot, but it's also heavily guarded. Ensure you're fully healed and equipped before entering. Always have an escape route planned.
After clearing all zombies, the objective changes; return to the trader for your reward. Don't forget the valuable loot, including the Infested Cache, a unique container found only in these missions.
Infested Clear Mission Rewards
Rewards are random but influenced by game stage, loot stage (boosted by the Lucky Looter skill and Treasure Hunter mod), mission tier, and skill points. The "A Daring Adventurer" perk is crucial; at rank 4, it lets you choose two rewards. This perk significantly increases the value of your mission completions, especially for rare items like solar cells, crucibles, or legendary parts. After claiming rewards, sell any unwanted items to the trader for additional XP.
