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ARC Raiders Will Reward Players With Skill Points for Doing Damage in Expedition on April 28thEmbark Studios is changing the reward system for ARC Raiders' Expeditions, starting April 28th with the Riven Tides update. Instead of focusing on stash value, future Expeditions will reward players based on damage dealt, encouraging active gameplay. The studio also acknowledges player concerns about progression resets and aims to make rewards more meaningful.
Arc Raiders players all sigh with relief as Embark extends new Expedition challenge window from 5 days to 13, and confirms it's "approximately equivalent to destroying 20 Bastions"Embark Studios has extended the challenge window for the new Expedition system in Arc Raiders from five days to thirteen, addressing player concerns about limited time. The developer also clarified that the damage required to earn bonus skill points is equivalent to destroying approximately 20 Bastions, with individual damage contributions counting in co-op. These changes aim to make the system more agreeable and enjoyable for players.
Embark Studios is looking to rework Arc Raiders' skill trees in future updatesEmbark Studios plans significant reworks for Arc Raiders' skill trees in future updates, acknowledging current shortcomings in their design. Design director Virgil Watkins stated that while specific changes are not yet revealed, the studio aims to improve the progression system beyond minor statistical adjustments.
Everything we know about the Arc Raiders Riven Tides updateThe upcoming Riven Tides update for Embark Studios' Arc Raiders is set to release on April 28 and will conclude the Escalation expansion. This update will introduce a new map with a coastal resort theme, featuring verticality and a new airborne boss. Additionally, the map will include a tidal or flooding mechanic that alters the environment.
Embark tells Arc Raiders players to expect "significant changes" to the skill tree, admitting many skills kind of suck: "I don't think by any means we nailed it"Embark Studios is implementing significant changes to Arc Raiders' skill tree, with design director Virgil Watkins admitting that many skills are currently underperforming. The game's next Expedition, starting April 28, will also alter how players earn skill points, shifting from accumulated wealth to dealing a certain amount of damage.- Kodansha House Coming to LA’s Little Tokyo Starting July 2Kodansha is launching an immersive pop-up event called Kodansha House in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo from July 2-12, coinciding with Anime Expo. The event will feature guest appearances by creators of popular manga like Blue Lock and Witch Hat Atelier. Additionally, the article mentions several other gaming-related announcements including a Final Fantasy VII board game, a Rogue Trooper movie trailer, a Sonic the Hedgehog cafe, a Metal Slug anniversary project, and an Elden Ring film adaptation.
- Rogue Trooper Movie Teaser Trailer ReleasedThe first teaser trailer for the fully animated sci-fi film Rogue Trooper, directed by Duncan Jones and based on the 2000 AD comic, has been released. The film features a voice cast including Hayley Atwell, Jack Lowden, and Sean Bean. The article also briefly mentions other gaming-related news including a Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up cafe, Metal Slug's 30th anniversary, ARC Raiders winning a BAFTA award, and upcoming film adaptations of Elden Ring and Dragon Ball.
- Official Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project RevealedSNK has officially launched the Metal Slug 30th Anniversary project, featuring a special illustration by Eisuke Ogura and a retrospective video. The announcement coincides with a giveaway campaign for merchandise. The article also briefly mentions other gaming news, including BAFTA award winners, upcoming film and game releases for Elden Ring and Dragon Ball titles, and updates for ARC Raiders and White Knuckle.
- ARC Raiders Wins Multiplayer Award at 2026 BAFTA Games AwardsEmbark Studios' multiplayer extraction adventure ARC Raiders won the Best Multiplayer award at the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Executive Producer Aleksander Grøndal expressed gratitude for the recognition from players, critics, and BAFTA.
Arc Raiders' latest Riven Tides teaser hints that the terrifying UFO we've been seeing is actually the next…Embark Studios has released new teasers for Arc Raiders' upcoming Riven Tides update, scheduled for April 28. The update introduces a new seaside map with locations like an abandoned hotel and a stacking yard, and hints at a new large flying enemy, possibly the UFO previously seen in the game. Arc Raiders also recently won the Best Multiplayer award at the BAFTA Games Awards.
The shake up to Arc Raiders Expeditions may turn the extraction shooter into a week-long bloodbath, but it could pair well with the "significant changes" planned for its skill treeEmbark Studios is changing the Arc Raiders Expeditions event to reward players based on damage dealt rather than accumulated wealth, potentially making the week-long event more aggressive. This shift aims to encourage active gameplay and the use of valuable gear. The studio is also planning significant changes to the game's skill tree to better align with player behavior and offer more meaningful build choices.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch each won three awards at the BAFTA Awards 2026. Clair Obscur secured Best Game, Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English, while Dispatch won for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, received a BAFTA Fellowship.- ARC Raiders takes another step on its roadmap with an exotic offering, but it may not be enough to get back to old highsEmbark Studios is releasing a new map called Riven Tides for their extraction shooter ARC Raiders on April 28, alongside a content update featuring new cosmetics. The update aims to revitalize the game, which has seen a significant decline in player count due to a lack of new content. The Riven Tides map will feature a tropical setting with various environments, contrasting with the game's usual post-apocalyptic aesthetic.
Arc Raiders switches up Expeditions and now skill points are earned from damage dealt, not stash valueEmbark Studios is changing the Expedition system for Arc Raiders, shifting from skill points earned via stash value to those earned by dealing damage. This change aims to provide more variety and freedom in how players engage with the 5-day windows, encouraging active gameplay over simple grinding. The new system will launch on April 28th, with catch-up mechanics still tied to stash value for returning players.- Arc Raiders Players are Disappointed in the New Expedition ChangesPlayers of Arc Raiders are expressing disappointment following Embark Studios' latest announcement regarding changes to the game's Expedition window. Many players who have accumulated significant in-game currency are concerned about the impact of these changes on their saved progress.
Arc Raiders players blast new Expedition system that requires you to play on specific days and ignores the money…Players of Arc Raiders are expressing frustration with a new revision to the game's Expedition system, particularly the requirement to play within a specific five-day window. This change, implemented by developer Embark Studios, invalidates previously saved in-game resources and has led to concerns about FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) among the player base.
Embark admits 'grinding for monetary value' isn't fun, so future Arc Raiders Expeditions will reward you…Embark Studios is changing the "Expeditions" system in Arc Raiders, moving away from a grind for monetary value to a damage-based challenge. Players will now earn Skill Points by dealing damage over a five-day window, rather than hoarding scrap. This aims to make the progression system more fun and engaging.- ARC Raiders’ newest expedition has a tight time window, and players aren’t happy: ‘F you if you can’t play on these days, I guess’Players of ARC Raiders are expressing frustration over the limited five-day window to participate in the game's latest 'Expedition' event and complete associated challenges. The tight schedule, announced shortly before its April 28 start, has led to community backlash, with many players feeling excluded and criticizing the late notice from developer Embark Studios. This controversy comes as the game has been experiencing a decline in player count.
Arc Raiders makes huge Expedition changes, bonus skill points now free but earned by dealing damage: "We want expeditions to be fun and not an endless grind"Embark Studios has significantly altered Arc Raiders' Expeditions, removing the money grind and replacing it with a five-day challenge focused on dealing damage. The developer aims to make expeditions more fun and less of a grind, encouraging active gameplay over hoarding resources.
Arc Raiders and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 help show "mid-price is the new sweet spot" for games, analysts…Analysts at Newzoo identify the $30-$50 price range as the new sweet spot for PC and console games, citing titles like Arc Raiders and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as examples of successful mid-priced releases. This trend emerges as the overall cost of gaming increases, with players seeking better value between indie and premium $70 titles.