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gaming4 days ago•3 min saved

Embark Studios offers full, unrestricted ARC Raiders trial to launch Frozen Trail update

Embark Studios will make ARC Raiders free to play from October 8 to 12, 2026, coinciding with the release of the 'Frozen Trail' update. The trial grants access to the entire game, including the new Pendola Pass map, with no content locked. This follows a period where the game lost its initial launch audience, and the studio aims to attract new players and returning veterans through this comprehensive free weekend.

via Eurogamer.net|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #extraction-shooter

gaming8 days ago•13 min saved

Embark Studios Eliminates Warnings for ARC Raiders Cheaters Ahead of October 8 Update

Embark Studios has adopted a zero-tolerance policy for cheating in ARC Raiders, implementing immediate permanent bans without warnings. The studio is deploying advanced detection tools, including machine learning and hardware restrictions, to combat exploits. Additionally, new matchmaking algorithms have significantly reduced 'queue teaming' incidents.

via Kotaku|

#anti-cheat #arc-raiders #cheating

gaming11 days ago•0 min saved

ARC Raiders Launches Frozen Trail Update with New Progression System and Map

Embark Studios is releasing the 'Frozen Trail' update for ARC Raiders on October 8, 2026. This major patch introduces a new map called Pendola Pass, featuring vertical terrain and dynamic weather events like Flash Freeze storms. The update also replaces the previous Raider Deck system with a new 'Reward Pass' progression mechanic, offering both free and premium tracks for unlocking cosmetics and gameplay items. Additionally, the update includes new enemies, weapon amplification systems, and a Collector Set DLC.

via ARC Raiders|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #frozen-trail-update

gaming12 days ago•1 min saved

Embark Studios Tests PvE Mode in Arc Raiders to Accommodate Non-Competitive Players

Embark Studios is trialing a Player-versus-Environment (PvE) mode in Arc Raiders from October 13 to 20, 2026, to support a growing segment of players who prefer cooperative gameplay over player-versus-player (PvP) combat. The test introduces a toggle allowing users to switch between traditional PvPvE sessions and a safer PvE environment where human players cannot damage each other. While the core mechanics remain similar, loot values are reduced in PvE to balance the lower risk, and certain high-tension events are excluded. Embark cites data showing that 37% of players now engage exclusively in friendly co-op, a group that has grown since launch, while pure PvP players have remained stable at 34%. The studio emphasizes that this is an experimental phase to gather feedback, not a permanent commitment, and warns that removing PvP tension could alter the game’s unique appeal.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #extraction-shooter

gaming13 days ago•4 min saved

Embark Studios Tests PvE Toggle in Arc Raiders to Support Cooperative Play

Embark Studios will test a player-versus-environment (PvE) matchmaking toggle in Arc Raiders from October 13 to 20, 2026. This temporary feature allows players to opt out of player-versus-player (PvP) combat, addressing a growing segment of the community that prefers cooperative gameplay. The test includes reduced loot values and excludes high-tension map conditions, with Embark monitoring economic and matchmaking impacts. While not a guarantee of a permanent mode, the move reflects data showing 37% of players are friendly co-op participants, a figure that has grown since launch. The studio aims to balance player choice with the game’s core extraction shooter design, acknowledging risks to tension and economy.

via Eurogamer.net|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #extraction-shooter

gaming14 days ago•11 min saved

Embark Studios to Test Dedicated PvE Mode in Arc Raiders Amid Player Decline

Embark Studios will test a dedicated PvE mode in Arc Raiders from October 13 to 20, 2026. This temporary toggle allows players to opt out of player-versus-player combat, addressing a growing segment of the community that prefers cooperative gameplay. The test follows a period of declining player numbers and content droughts, with Embark emphasizing that the mode is experimental and not guaranteed to become permanent.

via gamespot.com|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #extraction-shooter

gaming15 days ago•3 min saved

Arc Raiders' Frozen Trail Update Introduces Paid Battle Pass and New Map

Embark Studios is launching the 'Frozen Trail' update for Arc Raiders on October 8, introducing a new map, enemies, and a hybrid battle pass system. While the update is free, a new 'Reward Pass' includes a premium track costing 1,150 Raider Tokens (approx. $10) for cosmetic-only rewards. The update also features a new outpost system, weapon amplification, and a grappling hook, marking a significant shift in the game's live-service roadmap.

via GameSpot|

#arc-raiders #battle-pass #embark-studios

gaming21 days ago•5 min saved

Wardogs Surges on Steam, Outselling Marathon and Outpacing Arc Raiders and Helldivers 2

Wardogs has sold over 2.2 million copies on Steam alone and generated about $70 million in revenue, surpassing Marathon and showing faster momentum than Arc Raiders (1.7M) and Helldivers 2 (1M) at the same $40 price; the game is Steam-only so far with PS/Xbox ports planned for 2028, and it exhibits a late hot hype cycle (11% of Wishlists converted to sales, 57% added in the last month) despite controversy over crunch comments by Bulkhead's CEO that the studio later addressed.

via Eurogamer.net|

#arc-raiders #gaming #helldivers-2

games1 month ago•13 min saved

Nexon Looks to License a New StarCraft as Blizzard Spurs an Open-World Spin-Off

Nexon is reportedly pursuing a licensing deal to develop a new StarCraft game using Blizzard's IP, a contract said to be close, while Blizzard is said to be working on its own StarCraft spin-off open-world shooter; the report notes StarCraft's enduring popularity in Korea and suggests licensing terms could address AI usage.

via Kotaku|

#arc-raiders #blizzard #games

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

RTX Spark Gains EA, Ubisoft and Major Partners for NVIDIA's New Client PC Platform

NVIDIA's RTX Spark PCs — the company's first client PC platform built as an SoC with ARM cores and RTX GPUs — will launch this fall with 100+ FPS, RT and DLSS in slim form factors and strong publisher support. EA will bring its Javelin Anti-Cheat to RTX Spark enabling games like Apex Legends, F1, Battlefield 6 and more, while Ubisoft will add titles such as 117: PAX ROMANA. Embark Studios will bring Arc Raiders and The Finals, and additional partners including Capcom, CD Projekt Red, SEGA, Xbox, Unreal Engine, Remedy, Konami, IOI and Riot Games are on board. NVIDIA emphasizes its AI Stack and Windows Agent Framework backing RTX Spark for performance, content creation and rendering today and in the future.

via Wccftech|

#arc-raiders #ea #nvidia

technology1 month ago•6 min saved

Arc Raiders pauses Expeditions for sweeping upgrades through early 2027

Embark Studios has confirmed Arc Raiders’ fifth Expedition, which runs Sept 8–29, will be the last until early 2027 as they pause Expeditions to address player feedback on departure windows, rewards, and accessibility. Changes include making the quest reset opt-in, adjusting Hullcracker Blueprint access, removing the last-call departure window, and keeping progress during the pause. Rewards include the Zenith Outfit and extra stash space, with Caravans reset and Ermal Vouchers replacing them. The current season of Trials ends Sept 22 and resumes Oct 8. Eurogamer’s review of Arc Raiders gave it 2/5 stars.

via Eurogamer|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #expeditions

technology1 month ago•13 min saved

Arc Raiders Pauses Expeditions for Major Redesign After Community Feedback

Embark Studios is pausing Arc Raiders Expeditions after the fifth run to implement a major redesign, citing feedback about tight departure windows, the reward structure, and accessibility. The pause runs through early 2027, with Expedition 5 being the last before changes return; progress is preserved—buffs from consecutive Expeditions persist, completing all five unlocks the Zenith Outfit, and partially completed Caravans will be replaced with Ermal Vouchers. Details of the new system will be shared in September ahead of the broader return in early 2027.

via TechPowerUp|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #expeditions

gaming1 month ago•36 min saved

ARC Raiders Halts Expeditions for Major Overhaul Through 2027

ARC Raiders' fifth Expedition will be the last until early 2027 as Embark Studios overhauls the Expedition system following ongoing community complaints. The upcoming Expedition window (Sept. 8–29) allows players to gather resources and prepare their caravan for a wipe that resets progression in exchange for rewards. Critics have pointed to limited windows, reward structure, and accessibility as major issues, and Embark says bigger changes are coming for Expeditions, with a revamped system expected to return alongside a future major update after Frozen Trail—though a firm return date hasn’t been announced.

via Insider Gaming|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #expeditions

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

Windows 11's August 2026 Patch Triggers Game Crashes on Some PCs

Microsoft's August 2026 Windows 11 update KB5121003, a mandatory patch that fixes hundreds of security issues, is causing game crashes on some PCs—most notably ARC Raiders and The Finals—due to a compatibility break with the inpoutx64.sys driver; Embark says a fix is in the works and provides a workaround to safely remove the driver, though users should uninstall the update only if problems are severe, as the patch is otherwise important and there are other reported issues like reboots during install and Windows Hello PIN problems.

via Windows Latest|

#arc-raiders #game-crashes #inpoutx64

gaming3 months ago•5 min saved

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.

via ARC Raiders|

#arc-raiders #blueprints #expeditions