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ARC Raiders Fourth Expedition overhauls rewards with Blueprints and Tokens
gaming15 days ago

ARC Raiders Fourth Expedition overhauls rewards with Blueprints and Tokens

ARC Raiders’ fourth Expedition introduces a new reward system that replaces Skill Points with Blueprints and Raider Tokens, awarding them based on total damage during the departure window; Blueprints are temporary and reset next Expedition while Tokens are permanent, with the first Zenith Outfit step unlocked after completion. The event runs July 7–21, requiring players to sign up in that window, complete the Caravan and a Challenge to claim rewards, and includes stash space bonuses, consecutive buffs, Ermal’s Vault slots, a new Trials Season, and a catch-up option for missed Expeditions.

ARC Raiders Introduces Forgotten Relics Event Ahead of Major October Update
gaming25 days ago

ARC Raiders Introduces Forgotten Relics Event Ahead of Major October Update

ARC Raiders launches the Forgotten Relics event, letting players earn Merits by playing any map and extracting relics to unlock rewards (including the Saltwalker Outfit) while the Converging Paths project tracks progress toward a big season showcase; a three-week test removes free loadouts for Night Raid and Close Scrutiny; the patch highlights cover general, ARC, audio, UI, and map fixes, plus ongoing anti-cheat improvements and a teaser for October’s content roadmap.

ARC Raiders China Test Teases Rebellion PvE and Dual Boss on New Map
gaming1 month ago

ARC Raiders China Test Teases Rebellion PvE and Dual Boss on New Map

Insider Gaming reports that a Chinese version of ARC Raiders is testing PvE-focused map conditions, including a 'Rebellion Incident' where friendly fire is disabled until a rebellion is triggered and rebels are flagged in-game, with other surfaced modes like 'Double King' (Queen + Matriarch) and variants such as Safe Zone and Dual Boss, suggesting potential PvE content additions for ARC Raiders in China.

ARC Raiders 1.30.0 Brings Leviathan Colours and Vault Price Resets
gaming1 month ago

ARC Raiders 1.30.0 Brings Leviathan Colours and Vault Price Resets

The 1.30.0 store update adds two new Leviathan Set colours (Midnight and Crimson Frost) that auto-unlock for owners, revises Expedition Vault pricing so all levels after T1 cost 200k, and introduces Ermal offers. The team acknowledges Xbox crashes and PC FPS issues since 1.29.0 and outlines a three‑week live update cycle with weekly store and Trials rotations between larger updates to address feedback.

gaming1 month ago

ARC Raiders Adds Denuvo Anti-Cheat (No DRM) in May Update

ARC Raiders is adding Denuvo Anti-Cheat in patch 1.29.0, rolling out May 19 to a limited player pool to curb cheating, with the developers stating that DRM will not be used and performance impact will be minimal. The update comes as the player base declines and the next major update has been delayed to October, with other patch notes including Rascal Grenade Launcher changes and durability adjustments.

ARC Raiders Introduces Denuvo Anti-Cheat with a Light Footprint
gaming1 month ago

ARC Raiders Introduces Denuvo Anti-Cheat with a Light Footprint

Embank Studios is rolling out Denuvo Anti-Cheat in ARC Raiders starting May 19, initially to a limited player pool with plans to expand after close monitoring, and emphasizing minimal performance impact (no DRM) alongside the Anybrain system. The patch also adds the Ermal trader and a new Rascal grenade launcher, plus balance tweaks and bug fixes.

ARC Raiders refines matchmaking with a dynamic, playstyle-based balance
technology1 month ago

ARC Raiders refines matchmaking with a dynamic, playstyle-based balance

ARC Raiders’ matchmaking guide explains a two-fold approach: fairness (matching players with similar chances of success and equal squad sizes) and enjoyment (grouping players by a continuous playstyle spectrum to keep Topside unpredictable). The system evolves with player behavior, offering gradually shifting lobbies rather than fixed outcomes, and debunks myths about binary lobby types or loot-driven cues. Recent changes separate defending from starting PvP, reduce the weight of low-activity rounds, and adjust crossplay’s impact on pool size, all while soliciting player feedback to fine-tune future updates.

gaming1 month ago

ARC Raiders shifts to biannual updates, with Frozen Trail landing in October

Embark Studios says ARC Raiders will move to two major updates a year, starting with October’s Frozen Trail—bringing the largest map yet, a new ARC operation, and redesigned progression. A late-game trader and expanded Expedition are also on the way, while a dedicated live-service team will handle regular updates, balance tweaks, bug fixes, store updates, and events. The company stresses this is a measured pivot toward a longer-term, expanding experience and confirms the game isn’t winding down.

Arc Raiders Adopts Semi-Annual Updates, October’s Frozen Trail Promises Major Overhaul
gaming1 month ago

Arc Raiders Adopts Semi-Annual Updates, October’s Frozen Trail Promises Major Overhaul

Arc Raiders will shift from a monthly content cadence to a semi-annual update schedule, with Embark Studios delivering bigger, more impactful patches about every six months. The next major update, Frozen Trail, is planned for October and promises a huge new map, new enemies, expanded endgame progression, more story quests, an improved skill tree, and new weapons and cosmetics. Between major updates, the team will continue bug fixes, QoL improvements, events, and balancing.

ARC Raiders shifts to biannual major updates with Frozen Trail expansion
technology1 month ago

ARC Raiders shifts to biannual major updates with Frozen Trail expansion

ARC Raiders will switch from a monthly major-update cadence to biannual major updates, with ongoing live updates, balance fixes, and events. The October Frozen Trail update will be the largest since launch, introducing a bigger map, new ARC enemies, expanded progression goals, lore on ARC origins, updated skill trees, and more weapons, items, cosmetics, and systems refinements. A new late-game Trader arrives next week to help offload high-value items, increase stash space with the Expedition Vault, and unlock weekly rewards; further improvements to Trials and Expedition are planned as part of a broader long-term progression overhaul.

Arc Raiders Tests Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat, Prompting Linux Compatibility Debate
technology2 months ago

Arc Raiders Tests Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat, Prompting Linux Compatibility Debate

Arc Raiders’ developer Embark Studios is testing a kernel-level anti-cheat designed to boost detection with machine-learning and input telemetry, but the move rekindles questions about Linux support despite Steam Deck verification and Proton compatibility, mirroring past debates when other games introduced kernel anti-cheat.

ARC Raiders Patch 1.27.0: Balance Tweaks, Fixes, and New Cosmetics
technology2 months ago

ARC Raiders Patch 1.27.0: Balance Tweaks, Fixes, and New Cosmetics

Patch 1.27.0 for ARC Raiders is live and requires a game restart. The update focuses on balancing adjustments following Riven Tides, introduces cosmetics (Corsaro Set and Mutton Chops), and fixes a range of issues across ARC, Audio, Cosmetics, Maps, Utility, and Progression. Notable changes include Turbine visibility and audio fixes, longer Turbine hearing distance, improved Turbine landing, the ability to drop carryables during Tick assaults, adjusted proximity mine visibility, Howdy emote available while sprinting, more accurate Rachetta colors, Field Depot/Off the Radar quest fixes on Riven Tides, collision fixes on Stella Montis, fix for instant grenade triggering, and an accurate Late Departure Catch Up Rewards display. Expect additional balancing details to follow as needed.

gaming2 months ago

ARC Raiders Patch Triggers Steam Review Fallout

ARC Raiders’ Riven Tides update has sparked a patchy reception, with Steam reviews swinging negative after the patch. On April 29 the tally showed 364 negative versus 221 positive reviews, and the trend has continued, with today’s numbers around 285 negative to 154 positive. The update did little to boost player counts and drew criticism for PvP incentives and weapon durability changes, though the game still holds about 85% positive on Steam due to its strong launch. Insider Gaming notes the patch didn’t move the needle and invites players to discuss on Discord.