Gold coins in ARC Raiders are a core resource, mainly used for the following purposes:

• In-game Basic Functions Equipment Upgrades: Gold coins can be directly used to level up weapons, armor and other equipment, enhancing combat attributes.
• Technology Research and Development: Consume gold coins in the research institute to unlock or upgrade technologies, such as weapon modification and armor enhancement.
• Resource Acquisition and Trading Material Synthesis: Some high-value materials (e.g., Observer Cores) need to be purchased with gold coins or used as a medium of exchange.
• Other Uses Map Exploration: Gold coins can be used to unlock radar functions and expand the exploration range.
• Combat Consumption: Certain combat scenarios require consuming gold coins as ammunition or supplies