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Arc Raiders is getting a hurricane map condition that will hasten your steps and blow grenades back in your faceEmbark Studios is introducing a new hurricane map condition to Arc Raiders on February 24th. This condition will limit visibility, degrade shields, impede movement, and affect throwable trajectories. While challenging, the hurricane will also increase player movement speed with a tailwind and reveal new caches of gear.
Arc Raiders sees 30% player count drop as Marathon loomsArc Raiders has experienced a significant drop in its player count on Steam, losing nearly a third of its active users in the weeks leading up to the launch of Bungie's rival shooter, Marathon. Despite initial success, daily active users have reportedly halved across all platforms. Embark Studios is planning updates to retain players, but faces a critical test as competition intensifies.
ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky Update Release Date, Start Times, and New Features Detailed — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesEmbark Studios is releasing the Shrouded Sky update for ARC Raiders on February 24, 2026, featuring a new Expedition window, an Arc threat, a map condition, and a player project. This update aims to enhance gameplay with new challenges and map alterations, following recent additions like solo vs group matchmaking and the Shared Watch event.
Arc Raiders developer warns of incoming “enforcements” against players who abused exploitsEmbark Studios has announced that "enforcements" will be issued against Arc Raiders players who abused an item duplication exploit. While acknowledging a design flaw, the developer stated that the exploit's impact on the game's economy and player experience warrants action. Consequences will range from warnings to account suspensions, with the goal of maintaining fairness.
Clair Obscur wins Game of the Year at DICE Awards 2026Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive won Game of the Year at the 29th annual DICE Awards, alongside four other accolades including Role-Playing Game of the Year. Ghost of Yōtei received four awards, including Adventure Game of the Year. The event also saw Evan Wells inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame.
Nexon revenue rises 6.5% to $3.1bn in 2025, driven by ongoing success of Arc RaidersNexon reported record-breaking revenue of $3.1 billion for 2025, marking the third consecutive year of growth. The company's success was driven by its franchises Dungeon & Fighter and MapleStory, alongside the strong performance of the new extraction shooter Arc Raiders, which has sold over 14 million copies. Despite a slight decrease in operating income due to higher-than-expected costs, Nexon anticipates continued growth in the first quarter of 2026.
Arc Raiders finally reveals early 2026 roadmap, but we’re not getting a new map for a whileArc Raiders developer Embark Studios has revealed its roadmap for the first four months of 2026, collectively titled 'Escalation'. The plan includes monthly content updates, new map conditions, and player projects, with a new map scheduled to arrive in April. The game will also introduce a new matchmaking option for players above level 40 in January.
Arc Raiders' latest patch adds two of the most requested features, but kills Cred hoardingEmbark Studios has released patch 1.7.0 for Arc Raiders, introducing highly requested features like an aim-down-sights toggle and the ability to reset the skill tree. The update also implements a soft Cred cap of 800 to manage in-game economy and introduces new events under the Cold Snap banner, alongside various weapon and enemy balance adjustments.
Arc Raiders' Cold Snap update brings snow storms to most maps, new events and a new Raider DeckThe Cold Snap update for Arc Raiders introduces new gameplay mechanics, including snowstorms that affect visibility and create solid lakes, and a frostbite system that drains health when exposed to cold for too long. The update also brings limited-time events like Flickering Flames and Candleberry Banquet Project, alongside a new free Raider Deck battle pass.
Arc Raiders gets a few map exploit fixes in latest patch as Embark prepares to slow down how often patches are releasedEmbark Studios has released patch 1.6.0 for Arc Raiders, addressing map exploits and visual issues. The developer also announced a shift to a slower patch release cadence, with updates moving to Tuesdays, while critical fixes will still be deployed promptly. The upcoming Cold Snap event is still on track for Tuesday.- The Best Co-Op Games To Play Right NowThis guide highlights the best co-op games available now, featuring a wide range of genres and platforms. It emphasizes the unique social enjoyment and replayability that cooperative gameplay offers, distinguishing itself from single-player experiences by focusing on current, widely accessible titles rather than an all-time ranking.
The latest Arc Raiders patch is almost entirely about fixing exploits, including all the clipping through locked rooms businessEmbark Studios has released a new patch for Arc Raiders focused on fixing various exploits. The update addresses issues allowing players to clip through locked doors and walls, access areas outside the playspace, and perform faster weapon swaps. The patch also includes fixes for lighting and texture bugs.
Arc Raiders patch nerfs the Deadline mine, ends the menace of the VenatorEmbark Studios has released patch 1.3.0 for Arc Raiders, focusing on balance and economy tweaks. The update nerfs the Venator pistol's fire rate and increases its weight, while also making the Deadline mine more expensive and harder to craft. Explosive damage across the board has also been adjusted to make larger enemies more resilient.
Arc Raiders' new map will be unlocked through a community event that starts today, and everyone has to donateEmbark Studios has launched a new community event in Arc Raiders called 'Breaking New Ground' which requires players to donate in-game materials to rebuild tunnels and unlock the new Stella Montis map. This event also introduces a new event currency called Merits and will be followed by further updates and content additions.
Arc Raiders has proven that extraction shooters can be popular, with over 4 million copies sold in under two weeksEmbark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders has achieved over 4 million copies sold in just over 10 days since its October 30 launch. The game also broke its own concurrent player records, reaching over 700,000 players across all platforms and peaking at 462,488 on Steam. Embark Studios has released a roadmap for upcoming content, including new maps, units, and gameplay items.- Arc Raiders just keeps breaking its own Steam player recordsArc Raiders, an extraction shooter developed by Embark Studios, has repeatedly broken its own player count records on Steam. The game peaked at over 462,000 concurrent players on Sunday, November 9, significantly surpassing its launch day numbers. This surge in popularity is attributed to positive word-of-mouth, with a new post-launch map expected to further boost player engagement.
Arc Raiders' first new map arrives this month, bringing even more Arc units, just as the game casually breaks its own Steam record againArc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, has seen a surge in player numbers, breaking its own Steam concurrent player record multiple times. The game is set to receive its first post-launch map, Stella Montis, this month, along with new Arc units, community unlock events, quests, and gameplay items. Future updates in December will include a Snowfall Map Condition, Flickering Flames event, and the reveal of the Expedition Departure Window for voluntary character wipes, as well as a new Raider Deck battle pass.- Arc Raiders beats its own Steam player record just a few hours after launch to become one of the most popular extraction shootersArc Raiders has achieved a successful launch, surpassing its previous beta player records on Steam with a peak of 264,673 concurrent players. The extraction shooter, developed by Embark Studios, also boasts a 'Very Positive' user review rating. This launch performance is notable as it exceeded the peak concurrent player count of Embark's previous free-to-play title, The Finals.
Arc Raiders server slam Steam numbers prove the extraction shooter is gonna be October's other major gameThe recent server slam event for Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, saw a peak of 189,668 concurrent players on Steam, indicating significant player interest. The game's standard edition also charted as a top seller, suggesting strong commercial potential ahead of its October 30 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.- 30 Best PS5 Multiplayer Games To Play In 2026This guide lists 30 of the best multiplayer games available on the PlayStation 5, covering a variety of genres and playstyles. The selection includes both competitive PvP and cooperative PvE experiences, with options for solo players and groups of friends. The article highlights games like Fortnite, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Helldivers 2, and Baldur's Gate 3, among many others, offering brief descriptions of their gameplay and multiplayer features.