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Ground Zero

Urban / Residential -- medium map

Players

8-10

Raid Time

35 min

Difficulty

Beginner

PvP Rating

★★★★★

2/5

Size

medium

Environment

Urban / Residential

Description

The introductory map designed for new players. A small urban area with moderate loot and lower-level PMCs only. The best place to learn Tarkov fundamentals.

Strengths

  • +Best map for brand new players
  • +Low-level PMC only restriction reduces gear gap
  • +Simple layout with clear landmarks
  • +Forgiving encounters for learning basics

Weaknesses

  • -Very limited loot value
  • -Experienced players on new accounts dominate
  • -No bosses means no high-tier drops
  • -Must leave once you level past the cap

Exits

Scav CheckpointPolice CheckpointMira AveEmercom Checkpoint

Key Loot

Grocery store lootPharmacy lootResidential safes

Pro Tips

  • 1Designed as the beginner-friendly starting map.
  • 2Lower-level PMCs only -- high-level players are restricted.
  • 3Good for learning basic Tarkov mechanics and movement.
  • 4Loot quality is lower but encounters are more forgiving.
  • 5Complete early quests here before moving to other maps.