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Waking the Grid walkthrough for Arc RaidersThis guide provides a walkthrough for the 'Waking the Grid' quest in Arc Raiders, a mission set in the Spaceport map that involves activating security measures. The quest requires players to activate security sensors in a guard tower, start the security control center in the Departure Building, and search for a security breach in the Arrival Building Data Office. Completing the quest rewards players with Epic loot, including a Tactical Mk.3 Revival Augment, Vita Shots, and Surge Shield Rechargers.- Arc Raiders Has Proven That Extraction Shooters Have ‘Huge Potential,’ PUBG Boss Says — and That’s Why Black Budget ExistsThe head of PUBG Studios believes that the extraction shooter genre has significant untapped potential, citing Arc Raiders as a prime example. This perceived potential is a key factor driving the development of their new project, codenamed Black Budget.
Arc Raiders patch saves the whole game by fixing the Rocketeer sound, and also stop Trigger Nades from…Embark Studios has released a new patch for the extraction shooter Arc Raiders, addressing several bugs and annoyances. Key fixes include correcting the Rocketeer sound issue, resolving weapon autofiring problems, and patching exploits within the Stella Montis area.
ARC Raiders Fixes Rocketeer’s Combat Alert Sound to Pre-Flashpoint in Latest UpdateEmbark Studios has released a new update for ARC Raiders that addresses player complaints about the Rocketeer's combat alert sounds being changed in the recent Flashpoint update. The studio has reverted the sounds to their original state and also adjusted movement speeds for Rocketeers and Vaporizers to prevent odd idling behavior. The Flashpoint update, released last week, also introduced new content like ARC Operations, the Assessor object, and new weapons.
Arc Raiders is at an all-time low price, but this deal is only available for 48 hoursEmbark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders is currently available at an all-time low price of $26.79 / £20.76 on Fanatical, representing a 33% discount. This limited-time deal is only available for 48 hours and ends on Thursday, April 9. The game is praised for its engaging gameplay loop despite its challenging nature.
Furtive Meetings quest walkthrough for Arc RaidersThis guide provides a walkthrough for the Furtive Meetings quest in Arc Raiders, detailing the locations of three secret meeting spots within the Stella Montis map. Players are instructed to find triangular symbols at specific points, photograph them, and then locate a container with 'Secret Meeting Info' to complete the quest and receive rewards, including a Legendary Aphelion weapon. The guide also advises on combat strategies, recommending short-range weapons and preparation for player-versus-player encounters in Stella Montis.
Arc Raiders devs would love to have machine takedowns "like the Hoth invasion scene in Star Wars," and "we could do that if we just had better rope physics"Embark Studios is exploring advanced physics, particularly rope physics, to enable new gameplay mechanics in Arc Raiders, such as tripping large enemies. Machine learning research lead Martin Singh-Blom highlighted this desire, drawing inspiration from scenes like the Hoth invasion in Star Wars, though practical implementation remains a challenge.
ARC Raiders Team Wants “Better Rope Physics” to Trip ARCs Like Star Wars’ AT-ATsEmbark Studios is exploring advanced physics for ARC Raiders, with lead researcher Martin Singh-Blom citing Star Wars' Hoth scene as inspiration for potential rope physics. The studio aims to balance pushing technological boundaries with practical game design needs, while also focusing on AI integration and refining crafting systems.
Arc Raiders improves crafting, says new "streamlined system" is "just the start"Embark Studios is overhauling the crafting system in Arc Raiders based on player feedback, introducing a new 'Acquire Resources' button to streamline material gathering. The studio acknowledges this is just the beginning of improvements to the crafting experience and also addressed the use of AI voice lines.
Arc Raiders crafting just got much faster: "Your time matters, we don't want you spending it clicking through menus"Embark Studios is streamlining the crafting system in Arc Raiders based on player feedback, aiming to reduce time spent navigating menus. A new 'Acquire Resources' button will allow players to directly obtain missing materials from the crafting screen, whether from inventory recycling or traders. The studio also mentioned ongoing investigations into other player-reported pain points.
ARC Raiders Developer Outlines Streamlined Crafting Option, Promises More ImprovementsEmbark Studios has streamlined the crafting system in ARC Raiders with the introduction of an 'Acquire Resources' button, addressing player feedback about the tediousness of gathering materials. The studio plans to continue systematically improving pain points and has outlined upcoming content updates, including new maps and features for 2026.- Arc Raiders har fått en ny fiende, nya vapen och merEmbark Studios has released a new update for their game Arc Raiders, titled Flashpoint. This update introduces a new enemy called Vaporizer, two new weapons (Canto submachine gun and Dolabra shotgun), and a new tool called Surge Coil. The update also adjusts enemy spawns, adds new events, and modifies loot and matchmaking systems.
THE FINALS Easter Update: When Knights Meet Bunny Hops in the ArenaTHE FINALS has launched its Easter-themed Store Update 10.1, reintroducing the limited-time mode Bunny Hop with the addition of Super Jump mechanics. This update also features the new Urban Paladin Set, blending medieval and futuristic aesthetics, and includes various bug fixes to improve the player experience. The event aims to enhance the game's narrative through seasonal storytelling and engaging gameplay elements.
ARC Raiders Studio’s Parent Company Wants to Use More AI to “Free” Developers to be CreativeNexon, the parent company of Embark Studio, is discussing its strategy for using generative AI in game development. Executives Patrick Söderlund and Junghun Lee believe that understanding the challenge of AI, rather than just adopting tools, will lead to success. They emphasize that AI, when used with their proprietary 'Mono Lake Initiative' context, frees developers to focus on creative aspects rather than replacing them.
Arc Raiders is a 'Trojan Horse' for demonstrating AI tool usage in game development, according to Nexon, after Embark built two hits at 'a fraction of the cost you’d expect'Nexon executive chairman Patrick Söderlund discussed how Embark Studios utilized AI tools and smarter processes to develop games like The Finals and Arc Raiders at a significantly lower cost than typical AAA titles. Söderlund emphasized that understanding how and why to use AI is crucial for success in game development, a philosophy he aims to implement across Nexon's teams.
Arc Raiders Flashpoint's new map condition is "hell on Earth" and it's giving players "flashbacks" of Helldivers 2's Malevelon Creek: "Nothing but pure chaos everywhere"Embark Studios' new 'Close Scrutiny' map condition in Arc Raiders is proving to be extremely challenging for players, with some describing it as "hell on Earth" and drawing comparisons to the chaotic Malevelon Creek in Helldivers 2. The difficult obstacles and high-risk, high-reward nature of the update are pushing players' skills and causing frustration, though many appreciate the intense gameplay.
Vaporizers' weakness and best strategy in Arc RaidersThis guide details the weaknesses and best combat strategies for defeating Vaporizers in the game Arc Raiders. Vaporizers are heavily armored enemies with deadly laser attacks, but their weak points are the thruster turbines and an exposed core after armor removal. The article recommends using armor-piercing weapons like the Hullcracker and Anvil, along with explosives and specific gear like Wolfpack Grenades for effective takedowns.- ARC Raiders Production Director Asserts That “Players Shouldn’t Feel Safe”Embark Studios production director Caio Braga stated that players of ARC Raiders should not feel completely safe, even in cooperative "Care Bear" lobbies. The game's design intentionally encourages unpredictability and potential betrayal to maintain a constant sense of threat. This approach is informed by player feedback, which shows a dynamic between cooperative and competitive playstyles.
- ARC Raiders bosses double down on using AI in game dev: ‘More time innovating; less time writing code’Embark Studios and its parent company Nexon are doubling down on the use of AI in game development, emphasizing efficiency and cost reduction. Executives Patrick Söderlund and Junghun Lee believe AI tools free developers to focus more on innovation and less on coding, though they maintain that creative content remains the work of human developers. This approach has been applied to games like ARC Raiders and The Finals, reportedly built with fewer people and at a lower cost.
- Arc Raiders boss promoted to Nexon chief backs AI push for "redesigning game development" after building a hit…Nexon executive chairman Patrick Söderlund, who also leads Embark Studios, believes AI will fundamentally redesign game development. He emphasizes that understanding the context and applying AI strategically, rather than just investing in tools, will determine success. Nexon aims to leverage its extensive experience with live service games like MapleStory to implement AI effectively through its 'Mono Lake' initiative, which is intended to increase efficiency and free up developers for more creative tasks.