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Popular 2023 PS5 Action Game Surprise Drops PS5 Pro PSSR 2 SupportEmbark Studios has surprisingly added PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR 2 support to their free-to-play first-person shooter, The Finals. This update is expected to boost performance for players on the PS5 Pro, though the exact benefits will be determined by players testing the new update. The Finals joins a growing list of titles that will leverage the PS5 Pro's enhanced upscaling technology.- ARC Raiders’ blazing marathon is rapidly slowing down. Is it finally time to start worrying about its future?ARC Raiders, an extraction shooter that initially saw significant player growth, is now experiencing a rapid decline in its player base, having lost approximately 80 percent of its community since its peak. Despite a recent update, player numbers have not recovered, leading to concerns about the game's long-term viability. While the developers at Embark Studios have time to implement new content, the current trend suggests a worrying future for the title.
About 30% of Arc Raiders players focus on PvE, and Embark's happy with that: 'We want to instil hope in the…Embark Studios is pleased with the player engagement in Arc Raiders, noting that approximately 30% of players focus on PvE and another 30% on PvP, with the remaining 40% engaging with both modes. Executive producer Aleksander Grøndal expressed surprise at the strong PvE community and the rapid co-operation observed during in-game events, highlighting the game's design intended to instill hope.
ARC Raiders’ ARCs Don’t Learn From Players in Real Time, Says Machine Learning Research LeadEmbark Studios has clarified that the enemies in ARC Raiders, known as ARCs, do not learn from player behavior in real-time. Instead, the studio manually updates the AI's capabilities based on developer insights and popular player clips. Machine learning research lead Martin Singh-Blom explained that improvements are made through under-the-hood updates, such as enhancing enemy vision or indoor navigation, rather than direct player data training.
Arc Raiders' killer robots aren't learning in real time, but Embark will sneak in AI upgrades based on player behavior: "We keep trying to make the flying drones better and better"Embark Studios clarified that Arc Raiders does not feature real-time AI learning from player behavior, but the developers do use player data to implement AI upgrades. Machine learning research lead Martin Singh-Blom explained that game developers observe player actions and incorporate changes to improve enemy behaviors, such as making flying drones more effective.
Arc Raiders studio contacted by crime scientist "intrigued by how players are interacting," dev says only 30% of players focus on PvP: "It kind of blew the whole extraction shooter open"Embark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders has surprised developers with a significant number of players prioritizing non-combative interactions, with only 30% focusing on PvP. A criminologist has reached out to the studio, intrigued by this player behavior, which deviates from the genre's typical focus on conflict. Data suggests a large portion of players engage in PvE or a mix, with proximity chat being heavily utilized for communication.
Arc Raiders' players have created a bounty system that's meant to punish unsportsmanlike behaviour but surprise, surprise, top of the list sits streamer TheBurntPeanutPlayers of the extraction shooter Arc Raiders have developed a community-driven bounty system called Speranza Bounties to track and punish unsportsmanlike conduct like backstabbing at extraction. While some players welcome the system for shaming bad behavior, others argue it's a waste of time and could lead to witch hunts, especially as the top-ranked player is a streamer despite having been eliminated.
The new Arc Raiders update stops your game crashing during every other raidArc Raiders has received update 1.24.0, which addresses critical crashing issues that have plagued players, sometimes mid-raid. The patch also includes fixes for audio bugs and ensures players receive rewards for the Weather Monitor Station Project. The next update, Riven Tides, is expected at the end of April.
Arc Raiders players set up bounty board to hunt down rats, make streamer TheBurntPeanut the most-wanted target for being…Players of the game Arc Raiders have created an unofficial online bounty board called Speranza Bounties to target players accused of unsportsmanlike conduct. Streamer TheBurntPeanut is currently the most-wanted target, accused of various offenses including voice chat manipulation and hate speech. The system allows players to submit Embark IDs and offenses, with a premium subscription offering more submissions.
Crimson Desert's AI Scandal Should Bother You MoreThe article criticizes the gaming industry's handling of generative AI use, highlighting Crimson Desert's scandal where Pearl Abyss unintentionally left AI-generated art in the game. It argues that the industry and players overlook AI use, citing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's awards despite similar AI issues. The author expresses concern over the ethical implications, environmental impact, and the potential for AI to devalue human creativity in game development.
Arc Raiders' latest patch fixes crashes and issues before Riven Tides, but with another Project slated to expire, players say it's "utterly ridiculous" Embark still hasn't added a timerEmbark Studios has released patch 1.24.0 for Arc Raiders, addressing various bug fixes ahead of the Riven Tides update. The patch notes also mention the expiration of the High-Gain Antenna Project, with players urged to check their in-game inboxes for potential rewards from the recently concluded Weather Monitor Station Project.- Tabletop-Inspired Co-op RPG, Wyldheart Hits 140,000 Wishlists on Steam as Kickstarter Reaches 80% FundedThe co-op fantasy RPG Wyldheart has surpassed 140,000 wishlists on Steam and its Kickstarter campaign is 80% funded with 16 days remaining. Developed by Wayfinder Studios, a 10-person remote team including veterans from EA DICE, Embark Studios, and Mojang, the game is designed around flexible co-op play inspired by tabletop RPGs. The studio aims to fund its route to Early Access via Kickstarter, with a full release targeted before the end of 2027.
- ARC Raiders Gets New Patch With Crash Fixes Ahead of Riven Tides Update Planned for End of AprilEmbark Studios has released update 1.24.0 for ARC Raiders, addressing several crash-causing issues and other bugs for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S players. The update also includes new cosmetic sets in the in-game shop. The major Riven Tides update is still planned for release at the end of April.
ARC Raiders Flashpoint Update: Shredders Invade, New Map Conditions, and What’s Next | Invision Game CommunityEmbark Studios has released the Flashpoint update for ARC Raiders, introducing new threats like Shredders across multiple maps and addressing issues such as PS5 crashes and duplication exploits. This mid-tier update focuses on gameplay shifts, including blueprint farming nerfs and changes to the Expedition system, while setting the stage for the upcoming Riven Tides expansion which will add a new map and boss.- How to destroy ARC enemies in Swamp in ARC RaidersThis guide explains how to complete the weekly trial in ARC Raiders that requires destroying ARC enemies in the Swamp area of the Dam Battlegrounds map. Players need to locate the Swamp, eliminate smaller ARCs for faster progress, and accumulate XP to earn stars and rewards. The article also briefly mentions other weekly trial tasks like getting struck by lightning and damaging Comets.
Liquid Swords CEO Christofer Sundberg announced as speaker at Nordic Game 2026Nordic Game 2026 has announced Christofer Sundberg, CEO of Liquid Swords, as a speaker. Sundberg will present on game development, leadership, and his new game Samson. The event will also feature a voice acting panel with David Bateson and Magnus Bruun.
Arc Raiders Launches Map Conditions tracker - here's what the tracker tells usEmbark Studios has launched a new tracker on the Arc Raiders website to help players monitor current and upcoming map conditions. While some players find the tool useful, others note that similar trackers already exist and wish this functionality was integrated directly into the game. The article also briefly mentions Epic Games is reportedly developing an Arc Raiders-like extraction shooter with Disney characters.
Arc Raiders stamps out another duplication exploit in Embark's latest hotfix that also fixes some annoying PS5…Embark Studios has released a hotfix for Arc Raiders addressing a duplication exploit and issues with players rejoining rounds. The patch also resolves crashing problems specifically on the PlayStation 5. The studio continues to monitor for further issues and encourages player feedback.
New Arc Raiders update sees yet another duplication glitch bite the dustEmbark Studios has released a hotfix for Arc Raiders, version 1.23.1, to address a duplication glitch that allowed players to clone items. This follows previous patches that fixed other exploits, such as a damage bug with Trigger Nades and a clipping issue on Stella Montis. The studio is working to maintain game integrity by quickly patching these exploits.
Meet Barrel: The Finals’ Former Training Dummy Gets His Freedom StoryEmbark Studios' latest update for The Finals introduces Barrel, a former training dummy who has broken free and become a playable character. This narrative addition is accompanied by a significant technical fix addressing server performance issues for players outside major regions, aiming to improve global competitive play.