This guide details how to complete Infested Clear missions in 7 Days To Die. These challenging missions offer significant XP, loot, and rare rewards.
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- Starting an Infested Clear Mission
- Completing an Infested Clear Mission
- Infested Clear Mission Rewards
Infested missions are among the toughest in 7 Days To Die, unlocked after completing 10 Tier 1 missions, granting access to Tier 2 and beyond. Higher tiers present greater difficulty and stronger enemies (radiated zombies, cops, ferals). Biome also impacts enemy types; Wasteland missions are typically harder than forest missions.
Starting an Infested Clear Mission
Initiate missions by visiting one of the five traders (Rekt, Jen, Bob, Hugh, or Joe). Mission location and tier determine difficulty. Higher tiers mean tougher challenges.
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. Avoid the obvious path; the game often designs traps along the main route. Use alternative routes and building blocks to bypass obstacles and surprise enemies.
Red dots on the screen indicate zombie proximity; larger dots mean closer enemies. Prioritize headshots. Be aware of special zombie types:
| Zombie Type | Abilities | Countermeasures |
|---|---|---|
| Cops | Spit toxic vomit, explode when injured | Maintain distance, utilize cover before they spit. Avoid their blast radius. |
| Spiders | Jump long distances | Listen for their screech before they jump; prepare for quick headshots. |
| Screamers | Summon other zombies | Eliminate them first to prevent overwhelming hordes. |
| Demolition Zombies | Explosive package on chest | Avoid hitting their chest to prevent detonation. Run if it starts beeping. |
The final room contains high-value loot, but also a large number of zombies. Ensure you're fully healed, weapons are loaded and durable, and you know the escape route before entering.
After clearing the zombies, report back to the trader. Collect all loot, including the Infested Cache, which contains valuable supplies.
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 perk selection. The "A Daring Adventurer" perk significantly improves rewards; at rank 4, it allows selecting two rewards instead of one. Sell excess loot to the trader for additional XP.
