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7 Days To Die: How To Complete Infested Clear Missions (And Why They Are Worth Doing)

Author : Lucas Update : Jan 05,2025

7 Days To Die Infested Missions: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide covers everything you need to know about tackling the challenging Infested Clear missions in 7 Days To Die, maximizing your rewards and survival chances.

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 tier = harder) and biome (Wasteland is tougher than the forest). Infested missions unlock at Tier 2, requiring completion of 10 Tier 1 missions. Expect tougher zombies like radiated, cops, and ferals, especially in higher-tier missions. The objective remains consistent: eliminate all enemies in 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. Avoid the obvious, often lit path through the POI; it’s usually booby-trapped. Explore alternative routes to surprise enemies. Carry building blocks to escape traps or create unexpected vantage points.

The game uses red dots on the screen to indicate zombie proximity; larger dots mean closer zombies. Prioritize headshots. Be aware of special zombie types:

Zombie Type	Abilities	Countermeasures
Cops	Spit toxic vomit, explode when injured	Maintain distance, use cover before they spit.
Spiders	Jump long distances	Listen for their screech before they jump; get quick headshots.
Screamers	Summon other zombies	Prioritize eliminating them to prevent hordes.
Demolition Zombies	Carry explosive packages	Avoid hitting their chests; run if the explosive beeps.

The final room often holds the best loot, but also the largest concentration of zombies. Ensure you are fully healed and prepared before entering. Remember: knowing your escape route is crucial for survival. After clearing the area, report back to the trader.

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 choices. Investing in the "A Daring Adventurer" perk is highly recommended. At rank 4, it lets you choose two rewards instead of one, significantly increasing your chances of obtaining rare items like solar cells, crucibles, or legendary parts. After claiming rewards, sell unwanted items to the trader for additional XP.