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"Defending yourself is no longer treated the same as starting a fight": Arc Raiders devs update matchmaking, explain how it really works, and shoot down player theoriesEmbark Studios has updated Arc Raiders' matchmaking system, aiming to better group players with similar playstyles while maintaining unpredictability. The developer clarified that individual actions or loadouts do not immediately alter matchmaking, and debunked several player theories about how the system works. These changes are live now, with further tuning planned based on player feedback.
Arc Raiders has added Denuvo anticheat 'initially to a limited player pool' after a successful rollout in The…Embark Studios has begun implementing Denuvo anti-cheat software into Arc Raiders, initially for a limited player pool, following a successful rollout in The Finals. This move aims to combat persistent cheating issues that have plagued the extraction shooter since its launch. While Denuvo has faced criticism for potential performance impacts, Embark Studios has stated they will not use its DRM and are working to minimize performance effects.
Arc Raiders has begun its rollout of Denuvo anti-cheat software, minus the DRMEmbark Studios has begun implementing Denuvo's anti-cheat software in Arc Raiders, starting with a limited player pool on May 19. The developer is opting out of Denuvo's DRM component to prioritize game performance and user experience, despite recent cheating allegations following the Riven Tides update.
ARC Raiders Developer Buffs Underperforming Augments For Future UpdatesEmbark Studios is buffing underperforming augments in ARC Raiders, including significant improvements to the Tactical Mk. 3 (Healing) augment, to bring them in line with popular options. The recent update also introduced a new weapon, the Rascal, and the Nomadic Envoys faction. Nexon reported that ARC Raiders has sold over 16 million copies worldwide, making it the company's most successful new product release.
Arc Raiders says our bad with those gun durability nerfs, reinforces a bunch of weapons by up to 54%Embark Studios has released patch 1.29.0 for Arc Raiders, partially reversing recent weapon durability nerfs that were met with player frustration. Several common weapons, including the Renegade, Ferro, and Anvil, have had their durability increased by up to 54%. The update also introduces a new anti-ARC grenade launcher called the Rascal and various quality-of-life improvements.
Arc Raiders devs know everyone just uses the Survivor augment, so they're buffing "underperforming" options to make loadouts more interestingEmbark Studios is buffing underperforming augments in Arc Raiders to encourage more varied player loadouts, as the Survivor augment has become dominant. A recent patch significantly increased the healing effect of the Tactical Mk. 3 augment, making it a more viable alternative to the popular Survivor option.- ARC Raiders’ latest patch adds a new vendor NPC and Denuvo anti-cheat – without the DRMARC Raiders has received a new patch that introduces a vendor NPC called the Nomadic Envoy, who offers cosmetics, blueprints, and other items for barter. The update also controversially adds Denuvo anti-cheat to a limited player pool, though the developers state it will not include DRM and they are working to minimize performance impact. Additional changes include a new grenade launcher, adjustments to enemy detection, weapon buffs, and various bug fixes.
- ARC Raiders Update 1.29 Adds Nomadic Envoys, Rascal Grenade Launcher, and New Cosmetics; Denuvo to BeginEmbark Studios has released update 1.29 for ARC Raiders, introducing the Nomadic Envoys trading system, the Rascal grenade launcher, and new cosmetics. The update also includes weapon mod adjustments and gameplay balance changes. Denuvo Anti-Cheat will begin a limited rollout to players starting May 19.
- Danger ZoneEmbark Studios is implementing Denuvo Anti-Cheat for Arc Raiders in an effort to combat cheating. The studio states they are working to ensure the anti-cheat software has minimal impact on game performance.
Arc Raiders dev admits durability changes were "too much," buffs a ton of guns to make up for it: "We…Embark Studios has reverted controversial weapon durability changes in Arc Raiders, acknowledging they were too harsh on many weapons. The developer has significantly buffed the durability of several guns, including the Renegade, and adjusted the photoelectric cloak's energy drain. A new weapon, the Rascal grenade launcher, has also been introduced.
Who's the Nomadic Envoy in Arc Raiders and what do they sell?Arc Raiders has introduced Nomadic Envoys, a new trader type available to players over level 25, featuring a character named Ermal. These traders offer a weekly rotating stock of high-value items such as stash upgrades, Expedition vault slots, blueprints, and cosmetics, purchasable with in-game currency or valuable Arc resources like Queen Reactors and Matriarch Reactors.
Arc Raiders' new trader comes to Speranza stacked with cosmetics, premium currency, and blueprintsArc Raiders has received a new update introducing a weekly trader named Ermal who offers cosmetics, premium currency, and blueprints to players level 25 and above. Players can trade in materials and rare weapons for these items, with some cosmetics costing up to 500,000 coins. This update is seen as a significant improvement to gameplay by the community.
Arc Raiders turns to Denuvo Anti-Cheat in hopes of curbing foul play, Embark say they're "working to ensure minimal impact on performance"Embark Studios is implementing Denuvo Anti-Cheat software in Arc Raiders to combat cheating, with plans to roll it out to a limited player pool starting May 19th. The studio emphasizes their commitment to minimizing performance impact, a concern that has affected other games using similar technology. This update also introduces a new trader named Ermal and a grenade launcher weapon called the Rascal.
ARC Raiders gets Denuvo Anti-Cheat, a new trader, a new weapon and moreEmbark Studios has updated ARC Raiders with new content, including a new trader named Ermal, the Rascal grenade launcher, and various gameplay improvements. The game is also gradually rolling out Denuvo Anti-Cheat alongside its existing Easy Anti-Cheat system. The update aims to enhance player experience and security, with specific mention of its compatibility with Linux and SteamOS.
Arc Raiders turns to Denuvo to finally squash the extraction shooter's cheating problem, but Embark won't use DRM and is "working to ensure minimal impact on performance"Embark Studios has implemented Denuvo's Anti-Cheat measures in the latest Arc Raiders patch to combat cheating. The studio assures players that this implementation will not involve DRM and is being optimized to minimize performance impact. This update also includes new weapons, a trader, and balance adjustments.
ARC Raiders Gets Grenade Launcher Sidearm, New Traders, Denuvo Anti-Cheat in Latest UpdateEmbark Studios has released a new update for its extraction shooter ARC Raiders, introducing a new faction called the Nomadic Envoys and a new trader named Ermal. The update also adds a new sidearm grenade launcher called the Rascal, along with various gameplay and balance changes. Additionally, Denuvo Anti-Cheat has been implemented in the game for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Cronos: The New Dawn wins Best Polish Game at the Digital Dragons AwardsCronos: The New Dawn by Bloober Team was the biggest winner at the Digital Dragons Awards, taking home the Polish Game of the Year award. The event celebrated the best of Polish game development, with other notable nominees including Techland's Dying Light: The Beast and 11 bit studios' The Alters.
Arc Raiders tops 16 million sales and could be heading to ChinaArc Raiders has surpassed 16 million sales worldwide, with publisher Nexon reporting significant playtime and revenue contributions from the extraction shooter. Nexon has also secured an ISBN license for China and plans closed beta tests, indicating a potential expansion into the lucrative market. The company is also restructuring its development efforts, cancelling some projects and reallocating resources to others, including a mobile title being co-developed with Tencent.
BioWare had a plan to reboot Star Wars: The Old Republic and make it more KOTOR like, but EA's board of directors shut it downFormer BioWare lead designer James Ohlen revealed a plan to reboot Star Wars: The Old Republic into a more KOTOR-like experience called 'The New Republic'. Despite convincing Lucasfilm executives Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, as well as EA's Patrick Söderlund, the project was ultimately rejected by EA's board of directors due to concerns over the original game's high budget.
Nexon Q1 net income rises 118% to $360.7mNexon reported a 118% year-over-year increase in net income for the first quarter, reaching $360.7 million, driven by strong performance from Embark Studios' Arc Raiders and the MapleStory franchise. The company also announced a ten-year publishing partnership extension with Tencent for Dungeon & Fighter in China.