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The Battening Down quest in Arc Raiders is best completed in the wrong order, so don't repeat my mistake
This guide provides detailed locations and tips for completing the 'Battening Down' quest in Arc Raiders, which involves photographing seawall cracks, sampling the shoreline near a hotel, and fixing an oil pipe. The article recommends completing the objectives in a specific order, starting with the oil pipe or hotel beach, to avoid backtracking on the Riven Tides map.
Weapons will break faster in Arc Raiders as the devs push PvP in a huge update that aims to fix the 'chronic state…
Arc Raiders has received a significant update called Riven Tides, which drastically alters weapon durability mechanics to encourage more player versus player combat and reduce weapon hoarding. Weapon durability will now decrease faster per shot, with higher-tier weapons having more longevity. Upgrading weapons will also partially repair their durability, and durability loss upon being knocked out has been reduced.
Arc Raiders' new Riven Tides update is "probably the best" yet with its Bettina buff and weapon upgrade change, fans say, but durability nerfs leave others cold: "Completely killed my enthusiasm"
The Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders has been met with mixed reactions from players. While many praise the new map, the Bettina weapon buff, and improved weapon upgrading, significant nerfs to weapon durability have drawn criticism, with some players expressing a complete loss of enthusiasm. Embark Studios is also planning future adjustments to Augments and the skill tree.
How to complete Shoring Up Defenses in ARC Raiders
This guide details how to complete the 'Shoring Up Defenses' quest in ARC Raiders, located on the Riven Tides map. It breaks down the objectives, including destroying specific enemy types like Wasps and Fireflies, reinforcing a Raider structure with ARC Alloy at the Stacking Yard, and boarding up windows in the Hotel Panorama Azzurro.
How to complete Battening Down in Arc Raiders
This guide details how to complete the 'Battening Down' quest in Arc Raiders, a task within the Riven Tides update. It provides step-by-step instructions for photographing sea wall cracks, repairing a leaking oil pipe, and sampling seaweed near the hotel beach.
Avian Alarm project walkthrough for Arc Raiders
The Avian Alarm project in Arc Raiders is a limited-time event within the Riven Tides update, offering five tiers of challenges and rewards. The first tier requires players to complete an in-game objective on the Seabed map, while subsequent tiers involve submitting various collected materials and defeating specific enemies. Players have until May 26, 2026, to complete the project.
Arc Raiders' Riven Tides update goes live today with a new map, "a totally unique fight", and better PSSR for PS5 Pro
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders, introducing a new coastal map named Riven Tides, a unique boss encounter with the Arc Turbine, and a Beachcombing mechanic for finding buried loot. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as crash mats and powered descenders, new cosmetics, and enhanced PSSR support for PlayStation 5 Pro.
How to complete Battening Down in ARC Raiders
This guide details how to complete the 'Battening Down' quest in ARC Raiders, which is exclusive to the Riven Tides map. Players must photograph cracks in the seawall near the Wavebreaker POI, fix a leaking oil pipe in the northeast, and sample seaweed on the beach north of the Hotel Complex.
ARC Raiders Riven Tides update patch notes: New map, enemies, and more
The Riven Tides update (version 1.26.0) for ARC Raiders is now live, introducing a new map, new quests, and a new ARC enemy called the ARC Turbine. The update also includes balance changes to weapons, gameplay adjustments like the Trigger Nade and Photoelectric Cloak, and improvements to weapon durability mechanics.
ARC Raiders’ Riven Tides Update is Bringing Support For PSSR2 on April 28th
Embark Studios is releasing the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders on April 28th, which will introduce enhanced performance and visual upgrades for the PlayStation 5 Pro version. The update includes improvements to geometry, reduced visual artifacts like flickering and ghosting, and aims to provide a cleaner, more consistent picture, especially in complex scenes.
Surprise Hit 2025 Game Getting PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update
Embark Studios' multiplayer hit Arc Raiders is receiving PSSR 2 support for the PlayStation 5 Pro with its upcoming Riven Tides update on April 28, 2026. This enhancement aims to provide sharper visuals and more stable reconstruction of fine details. Arc Raiders joins a growing list of titles confirmed to support the PlayStation 5 Pro's new performance feature.
ARC Raiders’ Riven Tides update adds a new coastal map, Beachcombing condition, and more
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders, introducing a new coastal map called the Rust Belt, a new enemy type known as the ARC Turbine, and fresh traversal tools. The update also includes a limited-time event called Last Resort and a new Beachcombing map condition that allows players to find buried loot using a metal detector.
ARC Raiders’ biggest update yet lands tomorrow. Here’s what’s coming in Riven Tides
Embark Studios is releasing the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders tomorrow, April 28, which is the game's largest content drop since its launch. The update introduces a new map called Riven Tides, a new ARC enemy type, new map conditions, items, an event, and a new Raider Project. The Riven Tides map features new areas to explore, including a resort and a dockyard, and introduces new challenges for players.
ARC Raiders Will Soon Look Even Better on PS5 Pro with New PSSR Support in Latest Update
Embark Studios is releasing update 1.26 for ARC Raiders, which will implement PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR upscaling technology for improved visuals. This update, coinciding with the Riven Tides content update, aims to reduce visual artifacts and enhance the game's appearance on the more powerful console.
Arc Raiders – upgraded PS5 Pro PSSR upscaling available April 28
Embark Studios has released update 1.26 for Arc Raiders, introducing an upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaling technology for PlayStation 5 Pro players. This enhancement aims to provide sharper, more stable visuals with reduced artifacts and improved reconstruction of moving objects, without impacting performance. Base PlayStation 5 models will continue to use TSR upscaling.
Arc Raiders gets biggest update in months with Riven Tides: Embark reveals new beach map and a massive flying bot called…
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders, featuring a new beach map called Azzurro and a large flying bot known as the Arc Turbine. The update also introduces new resource projects, a unique map condition called Beachcombing, and an Expedition event with a damage challenge. Players on PlayStation 5 can expect visual enhancements with upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution.
ARC Raiders: Riven Tides Goes Live on April 28th, Adds First New Map in Over 5 Months
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for their extraction shooter ARC Raiders, featuring a new map set on the Rust Belt's western coast. The update also introduces new threats like the Turbine, a new map condition called Beachcombing, and two new items: the Crash Mat and Powered Descender. Additionally, a Last Resort event and the Avian Alarm Raider Project offer opportunities to earn in-game rewards.
ARC Raiders Riven Tides countdown: Exact date and time
Embark Studios is releasing the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders on Tuesday, April 28. This major update will introduce a new map, a large ARC enemy, new weapons, and new quests. An endgame Expedition mode will also be available, resetting inventory for cosmetic rewards and extra storage slots.
Tarkov chief Nikita Buyanov is right: Arc Raiders is an extraction shooter for "casual people," but…
This article discusses how Arc Raiders, despite being an extraction shooter, offers a more casual and cozy experience compared to games like Escape from Tarkov. The author argues that any game can be a 'cozy game' depending on the player's relationship with it, highlighting Arc Raiders' forgiving nature, low FOMO, and community focus as key elements that make it accessible.
"It's a slippery slope to try and build a game for an audience": Marathon, Arc Raiders, and Last Flag devs dig into the trend-bucking evolution of multiplayer shooters
Developers from Bungie, Embark Studios, and Night Street Games discuss the evolving landscape of multiplayer shooters, particularly the rise of extraction shooters like Arc Raiders and Marathon. They emphasize the importance of creative vision over trend-chasing and the challenges of launching live service games in a competitive market.
