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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.
The Finals Season 11 goes galactic with a reworked melee system
The Finals' upcoming Season 11, titled Galaxy Masters, introduces a galactic theme with a new map, Galaxy Estates, featuring speed tunnels and anti-gravity sections. The season also brings a significant rework to melee combat with a new stamina system for lunges and a precision-based damage system. Additionally, a new player experience will allow newcomers to build confidence against bots before facing human competition.
Arc Raiders särskiljer äntligen ditt beteende som solo och i grupp
Embark Studios has updated Arc Raiders with version 1.36.0, introducing separate player behavior profiles for solo, duo, and trio matches. This change aims to address the issue where aggressive play in team modes unfairly influenced matchmaking for solo players, allowing for more distinct experiences across different playstyles.
THE FINALS Drops Interesting Rules for Season 11 in New Gameplay Trailer
THE FINALS is launching Season 11 on July 9th, introducing new gameplay elements and a new arena called Galaxy Estates. Embark Studios has also revamped melee combat and added Cashout matches against bots. The developers have ended last-gen support to leverage current-generation hardware capabilities.
ARC Raiders begins next expedition and trials season, collabs with The Finals, and improves matchmaking
Embark Studios has launched Expedition 4 and Trials Season 5 for its PvPvE extraction shooter ARC Raiders, running until July 21st and September 30th respectively. The update also introduces individual matchmaking preferences for solo, duo, and trio play, and a collaboration with Nexon's The Finals where completing contracts in The Finals unlocks cosmetics for ARC Raiders. Additionally, the patch includes bug fixes and ongoing efforts to combat cheating.
Nexon to assume publishing duties for Overwatch on PC in South Korea
Nexon will assume publishing duties for Overwatch on PC in South Korea from Blizzard Entertainment starting August 12. Blizzard will continue to lead game development, while Nexon will manage live service and business operations for the Korean market. This partnership aims to provide a hyper-localized experience for players, with player migration scheduled to begin on the same day as the game's fourth season launch.
Arc Raiders’ Matchmaking Update Gives Players What They’ve Always Wanted
Arc Raiders has received a significant matchmaking update, introducing separate queues for solo, duo, and trio play to better cater to player preferences. This change addresses a long-standing player request for more control over their matchmaking experience. Additionally, a crossover event with Embark's other live-service game, The Finals, offers players free cosmetic items for completing challenges in either game.
Arc Raiders has finally added 'one of the most requested matchmaking features' meaning players can now Jekyll…
Embark Studios has updated Arc Raiders with a highly requested matchmaking feature that now tracks playstyle separately for Solo, Duo, and Trio rounds. This change aims to provide a more tailored experience, preventing playstyle in one squad size from affecting matchmaking in another. The update is seen as a significant quality-of-life improvement for the game.
Arc Raiders update brings one of the "most requested matchmaking features" that lets you switch between "friendly questing" in solo "to adrenaline-fueled PvP Trio games" with ease
Embark Studios has released an update for Arc Raiders that introduces a highly requested matchmaking feature. This update allows the game to track playstyles separately for solo, duo, and trio rounds, providing tailored matchmaking experiences for players who switch between friendly questing and adrenaline-fueled PvP games. The update also includes bug fixes, increased loot value from ARC Turbines, and ongoing anti-cheat efforts.
ARC Raiders Now Tracks Your Playstyle Across Different Squad Sizes
Embark Studios has updated ARC Raiders with a new matchmaking system that tracks player playstyles across different squad sizes, aiming for a more consistent experience. The update also includes improvements to loot from ARC Turbines, fixes for despawning issues, and adjustments to boss mechanics. Future expansions to the Free Kit mechanic are also planned.
If you want this free Arc Raiders skin, you need to play the most underrated FPS around
Embark Studios is offering a free cosmetic set, the Voltage Marauder set, for The Finals to players who link their Embark ID in both Arc Raiders and The Finals. This promotion is described as the 'last chance' to obtain these items. The article also praises The Finals as a stylish and destructible FPS with over 800 hours of playtime for the author.
ARC Raiders’ Denuvo Anti-Cheat Rollout is Complete, Embark Says There’s More To Come
Embark Studios has completed the rollout of its Denuvo Anti-Cheat system for ARC Raiders, aiming to ensure fair play for its player base. The studio is also working on more advanced cheat detection methods and minimizing false positives. Embark plans to share further details on its fair play efforts soon.
"When Arc Raiders was at its peak," Embark was burning 30 terabytes of data per day tracking every single bullet fired: "We want to know who shot first"
Embark Studios, developer of Arc Raiders and The Finals, employs extensive data tracking to analyze player behavior, with up to 30 terabytes of data processed daily. This data is used for anti-cheat measures, bug detection, weapon balancing, and tuning the matchmaking system to differentiate player aggression levels. The studio can track events like bullet impacts and player positions with very low latency, providing granular insights into gameplay.
Arc Raiders devs have "completed our rollout of Denuvo Anti-Cheat to all players," but Embark isn't done yet with "a more extensive update" striving for fair play
Embark Studios has completed the rollout of Denuvo Anti-Cheat to all players of their extraction shooter, Arc Raiders. The studio is monitoring the software's performance and impact while working on a more extensive update to further combat cheating and exploits. This move is part of an ongoing effort to ensure fair play and address issues like duplication glitches.
Pick up Arc Raiders for less than $25 on Fanatical ahead of its next big update
Arc Raiders is currently available for less than $25 on Fanatical, offering a 30% discount on both standard and deluxe editions. Developer Embark Studios is also preparing for a major update in October, which will introduce a new map and additional weapons, with future updates planned twice a year.
ARC Raiders community divided as negative reviews ramp about content cadence issues
ARC Raiders is experiencing a surge of negative Steam reviews and community division due to concerns over its content update cadence. Embark Studios has shifted from monthly updates to larger, six-month content drops, a move that has split player sentiment. While some players are leaving, others are willing to wait for the substantial updates, but the game's long-term health is being questioned amidst a crowded extraction shooter market.
Embark switches up Arc Raiders expeditions again, and this time it's giving away paid currency and precious…
Embark Studios is altering the expedition wipe mechanic in Arc Raiders for the fourth season, shifting the primary reward from permanent skill points to a combination of premium currency and blueprints. Each completed objective will now grant 150 Raider Tokens and one blueprint, with a total of 750 Raider Tokens and five blueprints achievable per expedition. The studio acknowledges player feedback and plans further adjustments to balance rewards for both veteran and new players.
