Loot Must Be Extracted
Anything you find in the Dark Zone must be extracted by a helicopter so that it can be decontaminated. This process allows you to use whatever gear and weapons you find in the game. Finding something notable is only half of the battle.
Head to an extraction point and fire a flare to start the countdown. This will alert all nearby players of the extraction, though, so find a safe spot to wait out the timer as the inevitable wave of looters shows up. You’ll have to get your extraction pack onto the choppers rope before it leaves.
It’s best to bring friends you can trust along so that you can all cover each other as you take turns tying up your gear. Keep suppressive fire on incoming players and you’ll be able to complete your extraction fine. Here’s an in-depth guide on how to extract.
