The Division 2 Y8S1 Stretch Goals: Every Cache & Prestige Reward
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The Division 2 Year 8 Season 1 (Y8S1) Stretch Goals reward you with two distinct tracks: the free Rise Up Caches earned by accumulating Season XP, and the paid Prestige Rewards unlocked by reaching specific Season levels. This guide lists every Rise Up Cache and Prestige Reward in Y8S1, explains how Stretch Goals work, and answers common questions about the system.
Background: What Are Stretch Goals?
Stretch Goals were introduced in Year 5 as a way to extend the Season’s reward track beyond the standard 100 levels. In Year 8 Season 1, the system remains largely unchanged: after you hit Season Level 100, every additional 10 levels grant you a special cache or a Prestige Reward. The “Rise Up� theme of Y8S1 ties into the season’s narrative, which focuses on the hunt for a rogue agent in New York. The Stretch Goals are designed to keep players engaged long after the main Season Pass is completed, offering exclusive cosmetics and resources.
How Stretch Goals Work in Y8S1
In Y8S1, Stretch Goals are tied to your Season Level, which increases as you earn Season XP from activities like missions, bounties, and Conflict. Once you reach Season Level 100, the game automatically starts counting your progress toward Stretch Goals. Every 10 levels (110, 120, 130, etc.) you earn a reward. The rewards alternate between Rise Up Caches (free for all players) and Prestige Rewards (only for those who own the Premium Track).
- Rise Up Caches: These are earned at levels 110, 130, 150, 170, 190, 210, 230, 250, 270, 290, and 310. They contain random seasonal items, including weapon skins, apparel, and crafting materials.
- Prestige Rewards: These are earned at levels 120, 140, 160, 180, 200, 220, 240, 260, 280, 300, and 320. They are exclusive to Premium Track owners and include unique cosmetics like the “Rise Up� backpack trophy, weapon charms, and a special outfit dye.
There is no cap on Stretch Goals; you can continue earning rewards indefinitely, but the cycle repeats after level 320, meaning you’ll get the same rewards in the same order.
Every Rise Up Cache Reward
The Rise Up Cache is the free reward track for Stretch Goals. Each cache contains a random item from a curated pool. Based on the season’s theme, the pool includes:
- Weapon skins (e.g., “Rise Up� pattern for assault rifles and SMGs)
- Apparel items (e.g., “Rise Up� jacket, pants, and cap)
- Exotic components and crafting materials
- Season XP boosts (rare)
Note that the exact contents are not officially listed by Ubisoft, but datamining and community reports from the Public Test Server (PTS) suggest the above items. The cache is similar to previous seasons’ caches, such as the “Vanguard� cache in Y7S3.
Every Prestige Reward
Prestige Rewards are the premium track’s Stretch Goal bonuses. They are more exclusive and often include unique cosmetic items. In Y8S1, the Prestige Rewards are:
- Level 120: “Rise Up� Weapon Charm (a small charm that hangs from your weapon)
- Level 140: “Rise Up� Backpack Trophy (a collectible that displays on your backpack)
- Level 160: “Rise Up� Outfit Dye (a color scheme for your gear)
- Level 180: “Rise Up� Armor Plates (cosmetic armor attachments)
- Level 200: “Rise Up� Exotic Cache (guaranteed Exotic item)
- Level 220: “Rise Up� Weapon Skin (an animated or unique skin)
- Level 240: “Rise Up� Emote (a character emote)
- Level 260: “Rise Up� Apparel Key (opens a standard apparel cache)
- Level 280: “Rise Up� Nameplate (a unique player card background)
- Level 300: “Rise Up� Exotic Cache (again)
- Level 320: “Rise Up� Outfit (full cosmetic set)
These rewards are identical in structure to previous seasons, but with the “Rise Up� theme applied.
How to Earn Season XP Fast
To reach Stretch Goal levels, you need a steady flow of Season XP. The most efficient methods are:
- Complete Daily and Weekly Projects (they give large XP chunks)
- Run bounties on Challenging or Heroic difficulty (more XP per minute)
- Play Conflict (PvP) matches, especially during double XP events
- Do the Season’s manhunt targets (they give bonus XP)
- Use XP-boosting gear or directives (e.g., the “Specialization� XP bonus)
On average, it takes about 1-2 hours of focused play to gain 10 Season Levels, so each Stretch Goal reward requires roughly that time investment.
Common Problems and Misconceptions
One common mistake is assuming Stretch Goals are available to free players. In reality, the Rise Up Caches are free, but the Prestige Rewards are locked behind the Premium Track (which costs 1000 Premium Credits, about $10). Another misconception is that the rewards are unique to Y8S1; many items, like the Exotic Cache, are repeated every season. Also, players often think Stretch Goals reset if you don’t claim them immediately—they do not; they accumulate in your Season menu until you claim them.
Comparison: Y8S1 vs Previous Seasons
Compared to Year 7 Season 3 (the “Vanguard� season), Y8S1’s Stretch Goals are nearly identical in structure. The main difference is the theme and the specific cosmetics. The number of caches and prestige rewards is the same: 11 each. However, Y8S1 introduced a new “Rise Up� outfit that is only available at level 320, whereas previous seasons had the full outfit at level 300. This is a minor change, but it extends the grind by 20 levels for the final reward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy the Premium Track to get Stretch Goals?
No. The Rise Up Caches are free for all players, but the Prestige Rewards (like the Exotic Cache and the final outfit) require the Premium Track. If you don’t own the Premium Track, you’ll only see the free cache rewards.
Can I earn Stretch Goals after the season ends?
No. Stretch Goals are tied to the season’s timeline. Once Y8S1 ends, any unclaimed Stretch Goal rewards are lost, and your Season Level resets for Y8S2. Make sure to claim everything before the season concludes.
What is the fastest way to get to level 320?
The fastest method is to run bounties on Heroic difficulty with all directives enabled (which increases XP gain by up to 100%). Additionally, completing the weekly “Legendary� mission and the “Invaded� missions gives large XP bonuses. On average, you can gain 10 levels in about 45 minutes with optimal setup.
Are the Rise Up Caches the same as the standard Season Caches?
No. Standard Season Caches are earned during the first 100 levels, while Rise Up Caches are earned only after level 100. The content pool is different—Rise Up Caches focus on seasonal cosmetics, while standard caches also include gear and weapons.
Can I get the “Rise Up� outfit without reaching level 320?
No. The full outfit is exclusively a Prestige Reward at level 320. However, some pieces (like the jacket) may drop from Rise Up Caches, but the complete set is only from the final Prestige Reward.
Do Stretch Goal rewards carry over to the next season?
No. All Stretch Goal progress and unclaimed rewards reset at the start of the next season. You must claim them before the season ends.
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