Badge Tier List & Checkpoint Strategy

Runaways uses a rarity-based badge progression system (Freebie 91.7% → Challenging 23.2% → Hard 11.9%). This guide maps your robbery investment to the right rarity tier so you maximize cash per checkpoint attempt.

10 min readIntermediateUpdated 2026-09-19

Quick Tip: Don't chase the Oklahoma Checkpoint (Hard 11.9%) until your getaway vehicle is at least Tier 3. The longer route punishes weak vehicles.

Badge Tier Reference

TierRarityExamplesRecommended Tool Level
Freebie91.7%Welcome badgeStarter tools
Challenging23.2%Kansas CheckpointVehicle Tier 2, Drill Tier 2
Hard11.9%Oklahoma CheckpointVehicle Tier 3+, Drill Tier 3+
Rare<5%Future border statesMaxed functional tools
Mythic<1%Event-exclusive badgesMaxed + event boost active

Frequently Asked Questions

Which badge should I grind first?

Welcome (Freebie) for the starter loop, then Kansas Checkpoint (Challenging) as your first cross-border goal. Oklahoma Checkpoint (Hard 11.9%) should wait until your getaway vehicle is at Tier 3 or higher.

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