Complete Infested Clear Missions for Essential Rewards

This guide details how to complete Infested Clear missions in 7 Days To Die, focusing on strategies for success and maximizing rewards.

Key Sections

Initiating an Infested Clear Mission
Completing an Infested Clear Mission
Infested Clear Mission Rewards

Infested missions, unlocked after completing 10 Tier 1 missions, present a significant challenge compared to standard clear missions. They feature increased zombie numbers and tougher enemy types (radiated zombies, cops, ferals). Tier 6 missions are the most difficult. The objective remains consistent: eliminate all enemies within a designated area.

Initiating an Infested Clear Mission

To begin, visit any of the five traders (Rekt, Jen, Bob, Hugh, or Joe). Mission difficulty scales with tier and biome; wasteland missions are tougher than forest missions. Tier 2 missions must be unlocked before accessing Infested Clear missions.

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 game's suggested path, often illuminated, as it may trigger traps. Use building blocks to escape traps or gain advantageous positions.

Zombie proximity is indicated by red dots on the screen; larger dots signify closer proximity. Prioritize headshots. Note special zombie abilities:

Zombie Type	Abilities	Countermeasures
Cops	Spit toxic vomit, explode when injured	Maintain distance, use cover before they spit.
Spiders	Jump long distances	Listen for screeching before they jump; prepare for quick headshots.
Screamers	Summon other zombies	Prioritize eliminating them to prevent overwhelming hordes.
Demolition Zombies	Explosive package on chest	Avoid hitting their chest; run if the explosive starts beeping.

The final room contains high-tier loot, but also a large number of zombies. Ensure you're fully healed and prepared before entering. After clearing the zombies, collect loot (including the Infested Cache) and report back to the trader.

Infested Clear Mission Rewards

Rewards are randomized 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, increasing Duke earnings and allowing for two reward selections at rank 4. Sell unwanted items to the trader for additional XP.