Guides

Map Guide

Tactics, extraction points and tips for every Tarkov map. Click a map to open its detailed guide.

Guide Contents

Woods

Easy

Sparse structures, wide forested terrain and long sight lines make this a sniper's paradise. The SCAV research site is the quest hub; Scav Boss Shturman dominates the Sawmill area.

Ground Zero

Medium

An urban starter map designed for new players. A dedicated entry zone for sub-level-20 PMCs — narrow streets, building traversal and lower-intensity fights ease newcomers into Tarkov.

Customs

Medium

The classic Tarkov map of bridges, dormitories, factories and open roads. Quest density is extremely high; nearly every trader sends you here at some point. Engagement distances are mid-range — neither pure CQB nor pure sniper territory.

Shoreline

Medium

A large map of coastal shoreline, a villa district and the high-value Resort hotel. Scav Boss Sanitar controls the Resort. Both long-range and close-quarters scenarios are valid here — flexibility is key.

Interchange

Hard

One of Tarkov's most lucrative loot maps, set in and around a massive shopping mall. Scav Boss Killa is extremely dangerous; Techlight, IDEA and OLI stores hold high-value electronics and weapon parts.

Lighthouse

Hard

A large coastal map with a lighthouse island, water treatment plant and mountainous shoreline. Scav Boss Zryachiy controls the water treatment plant — approaching his zone is high risk.

Streets

Hard

Tarkov's largest and most crowded map — 20+ PMCs at once. Interconnected city blocks, underground passages and multi-storey buildings create constant combat. Scav boss Kaban and his guards are the deadliest threat, and an armored BTR vehicle patrols the streets.

Factory

Hard

Tarkov's smallest, fastest and most unforgiving map. Combat begins the moment you step in. Scav Boss Tagilla is a hammer-wielding, armoured and extremely aggressive threat. Reflexes and a CQB weapon are non-negotiable.

Reserve

Very Hard

A top-tier loot map of military depot buildings and an extensive underground tunnel network. Scav Boss Gluhar is one of the deadliest threats on the map. The tunnels hold both the best loot and the greatest danger.

Labs

Very Hard

TerraGroup's secret underground laboratory — Tarkov's most dangerous and most profitable map. Only Raiders and PMCs spawn here, no Scavs. Entry requires a keycard; the smallest mistake means death.