Tarkov Reset Incoming: What Every Chad and Rat Must Prepare

Introduction: The Countdown Begins

A new wipe reset is looming—and it doesn’t just level the field, it flips the economy.

Whether you’re a Chad (gear-driven) or a Rat (gear + insane awareness), your preparation now defines your dominance post-wipe. This breakdown turns panic into purpose.

Pre-Wipe Prep for Chad and Rat

• Bank cleanout: Sell off damaged gear, craft barter bundles, and stash essentials in secure containers.
• Key hoarder: Save multipurpose and quest-related keys—they’re worth more early in the wipe.

• Expedition Essentials: Ammo packs, painkillers, and toolkits—rat or Chad needs them to snowball fast.
• Hideout investment: Build essential modules (med station, water collector) now to gain post-wipe advantage.

Wipe vs. Rat vs. Chad Comparison

Role	Primary Advantage	Post-Wipe ROI
Chad	Gear bounce, PvP confidence	Medium—needs economy rebuild
Rat	Loot efficiency, silent income	High—economy-agnostic early gains

Post-Wipe Gameplan

• Chad playstyle: Run bargain PMCs to test the meta, then pivot to key keys and weapon stacks.
• Rat grinder: Hit low-traffic maps for silent loot per hour, move to quests for barter trade.

• Hybrid grind: Sell early to fund hideout and supplies, then avoid high-gear fights until enforced competitiveness.

Conclusion: Be Swift, Be Smart

The wipe isn’t an equal reset—it favors speed, resources, and planning. End-of-wipe prep gives you a shockwave ahead of the pack.

Clear the clutter, stockpile key assets, and own your role—whether you charge in or sneak out as a winner.