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The latest Windows 11 update is borking some multiplayer games, but Arc Raiders' developer has a quick workaround
A recent Windows 11 update, specifically versions 25H2 and 24H2, is causing crashes in several multiplayer games, including Arc Raiders, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and The Finals. Microsoft is investigating the issue, while Embark Studios, the developer of Arc Raiders, has provided a temporary workaround involving command prompt commands and deleting a specific system file.
ARC Raiders adds more phantom target tasks, map condition tweaks, and new rubber duckies
Embark Studios has released a new update for the PvPvE shooter ARC Raiders, introducing part two of the six-part Phantom Targets player project with new tasks and rewards. The update also adjusts map condition scheduling to align with regional peak hours and showcases three winning player-designed rubber duckies that will appear in-game soon. Additionally, the patch notes address anti-cheating measures, enemy behaviors, and bug fixes.
ARC Raiders Has Sold 16.2 Million Units, Amassed Nearly $115 Million in Revenue in Q2 2026
Embark Studios' extraction shooter ARC Raiders has sold 16.2 million units and generated $114.9 million in revenue during Q2 2026, exceeding parent company Nexon's expectations. The game is set to receive a major update, Frozen Trail, on October 8th, introducing new content and features for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC players.
Arc Raiders' next major update will present players with a 'new high-level challenge' with a frozen map and arcs which will 'challenge the ways you've learned to move'
Embark Studios has detailed the upcoming 'Frozen Trails' update for Arc Raiders, set to release in October. This major update introduces a new frozen map with explorable locations, new enemy types called 'arcs' designed to challenge player movement and combat, and a new high-level Arc Operation for experienced players. The update aims to enhance the core experience with meaningful decisions and dynamic encounters.
Arc Raiders generates $114.9m during Nexon's Q2, sells an additional 800,000 units
Nexon's second quarter results exceeded expectations, with Arc Raiders generating $114.9 million in revenue and selling an additional 800,000 units. The company reported a 77% increase in net income, driven by strong performances from its MapleStory franchise and Arc Raiders. Nexon also announced plans for four new games in 2026, including the mobile version of Dave the Diver.
Arc Raiders Frozen Trail update gets October release date
Embark Studios announced that the 'Frozen Trail' update for Arc Raiders will be released on October 8. This update is described as the game's largest yet, introducing a new icy map, new missions, new threats, and adjustments to character progression with the addition of Outposts.
Arc Raiders' Frozen Trail update is out October 8, Embark admits "it's time to expand" as recent…
Embark Studios announced that the next major update for Arc Raiders, titled Frozen Trail, will be released on October 8. This update introduces a new mountainous, wintry map with greater verticality and exploration, a new high-level challenge for experienced players, new enemy types, and significant overhauls to progression systems including the Raider Den and Skill Tree. The studio also confirmed ongoing improvements to matchmaking, anti-cheat, and stability.
Console Game Development Is Moving to Unreal Engine, and Halo Just Proved It
Halo Studios has transitioned from its proprietary Slipspace engine to Unreal Engine 5 for Halo: Campaign Evolved, marking a significant shift in console game development. This move aims to reduce internal engine maintenance costs, allowing more resources for game creation and faster content delivery to platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
How to upgrade the Cargo Elevator antennas in Arc Raiders
This guide explains how to complete the "upgrade antennas found on top of any Cargo Elevator" objective in Arc Raiders. Players need to find and interact with three extraction points, referred to as Cargo Elevators, located on Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, or Riven Tides. The antennas can be upgraded at any of these locations, and the progress counts even if the interaction icon doesn't disappear.
ARC Raiders improves its matchmaking system to protect carebears from the horrors of PvP slaughter floors
Embark Studios has released Update 1.39 for ARC Raiders, further refining its matchmaking system to better distinguish between self-defense and initiating PvP combat. This update aims to prevent exploits where players were lured into PvP lobbies. The patch also includes additional rewards for the Summer Celebration event and various bug fixes.
Arc Raiders makes it official: "Only the PvP fights players choose to initiate" will impact your aggression…
Embark Studios is reinforcing changes to Arc Raiders' matchmaking system, emphasizing that only player-initiated PvP fights will impact a player's aggression estimate. Defensive actions will no longer influence this estimate, a change that has received positive player feedback. The studio will continue to monitor player feedback through surveys.
Loot, paranoia och flykt – historien om extraction shooters
This article traces the history and evolution of the extraction shooter genre, starting with The Division's Dark Zone in 2016 and Escape from Tarkov's beta in 2017. It highlights key titles like Hunt: Showdown and the recent success of Embark Studios' Arc Raiders, discussing the genre's core mechanics of looting, player-versus-player conflict, and the tension of extraction. The piece also touches on the genre's saturation and Bungie's controversial take with Marathon.
Arc Raiders' matchmaking optimisation is live as Embark warns players they may experience longer queues than usual…
Embark Studios has implemented matchmaking optimizations for Arc Raiders, aiming to improve match quality by considering player behavior in different squad sizes. While this may lead to longer queue times, the developers are working to refine the process, especially during low-population hours. The studio also addressed player suggestions for separate PvE and PvP modes, explaining the complexity involved in such a change.
Arc Raiders makes matchmaking even friendlier as players continue to leave, Embark warns it "may take a little…
Embark Studios has released an update for Arc Raiders that optimizes its player behavior-driven matchmaking system. The changes aim to improve match quality, especially during low-population hours, by potentially increasing queue times to find more suitable opponents based on playstyle and squad size. Despite population dips common to live service games, Arc Raiders remains a notable title on Steam, with further updates planned for October.
Gamescom 2026 is Completely Sold Out of Exhibition Spaces
Gamescom 2026 has completely sold out all exhibition space, with organizers the German Games Industry Association and Koelnmesse confirming the presence of numerous major companies including Bandai Namco, CD Projekt Red, Electronic Arts, Nintendo, and Xbox. The event will showcase games such as Metro Exodus and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past. Organizers are exploring expansion options for 2027 due to high demand.
Steam study of over 53,000 games finds "60 – 90% of the growth" in monthly releases on Valve's store is from games using AI and "almost none of them make money"
A study of over 53,000 games released on Steam between July 2023 and July 2026 reveals that 60-90% of the growth in monthly releases comes from games disclosing AI-generated content. However, these AI-flagged games are not significantly more profitable than non-AI games, with the vast majority of titles, regardless of AI usage, failing to generate substantial revenue.
Arc Raiders is down but not out - dwindling player numbers and a long wait for the next update mark an important time for the extraction shooter
Arc Raiders, an extraction shooter praised for its accessibility and social features, is experiencing a significant decline in player numbers, dropping from nearly half a million daily players to around 50,000. This decrease is attributed to a lack of substantial content updates, with major additions now only arriving twice a year. The game's unique aggression-based matchmaking system may also suffer as the player pool shrinks, potentially forcing players with different playstyles into the same lobbies. The upcoming 'Frozen Trials' update is seen as a critical relaunch opportunity for Embark Studios to re-engage players and regain lost momentum.
Embark slaps Arc Raiders dupers with bans and drains their vaults: "Suspensions for the severe cases, particularly, where exploit usage had a significant impact on the in-game economy"
Embark Studios has begun banning players and removing items from accounts that exploited a duplication glitch in Arc Raiders. Severe cases, particularly those impacting the in-game economy or other players' experiences, will result in account suspensions, while less severe offenses will receive warnings and item removal.
'If not PS6, then PS7' — Analyst says PlayStation ending physical discs was bound to happen as 'the console ecosystem is nearly entirely digital at this point'
Analyst Daniel Ahmad believes Sony's decision to end physical PlayStation disc production in 2028 was inevitable due to the significant shift towards digital sales, which now account for around 80% on PlayStation and over 90% on Xbox. This move aligns with Sony's strategy to create a high-margin, closed digital ecosystem, controlling all software sales and eliminating the used game market.
I'm starting to lose track of Arc Raiders dupes at this point, but Embark says it just fixed another one
Developer Embark Studios has released a hotfix for Arc Raiders to address a duplication exploit that has been plaguing the game's economy. This marks the latest in a series of duplication issues, with the studio reiterating its stance on banning accounts that gain significant advantages from exploits. While the game lacks a global economy, duping can still impact engagements and cheapen the player experience by flooding the game with high-level items.
