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Arc Raiders players blast new Expedition system that requires you to play on specific days and ignores the money…
Players of Arc Raiders are expressing frustration with a new revision to the game's Expedition system, particularly the requirement to play within a specific five-day window. This change, implemented by developer Embark Studios, invalidates previously saved in-game resources and has led to concerns about FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) among the player base.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Winners: Full Results and Biggest Moments | Invision Game Community
The BAFTA Games Awards 2026 celebrated a diverse range of titles, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 winning Best Game and Debut Game. Dispatch also received multiple awards for Animation and Audio Achievement. The ceremony recognized excellence across various categories, including music, technical and artistic achievements, and performance, with Ilkka Paananen receiving the Fellowship Award.
Embark admits 'grinding for monetary value' isn't fun, so future Arc Raiders Expeditions will reward you…
Embark Studios is changing the "Expeditions" system in Arc Raiders, moving away from a grind for monetary value to a damage-based challenge. Players will now earn Skill Points by dealing damage over a five-day window, rather than hoarding scrap. This aims to make the progression system more fun and engaging.
ARC Raiders’ newest expedition has a tight time window, and players aren’t happy: ‘F you if you can’t play on these days, I guess’
Players of ARC Raiders are expressing frustration over the limited five-day window to participate in the game's latest 'Expedition' event and complete associated challenges. The tight schedule, announced shortly before its April 28 start, has led to community backlash, with many players feeling excluded and criticizing the late notice from developer Embark Studios. This controversy comes as the game has been experiencing a decline in player count.
Arc Raiders makes huge Expedition changes, bonus skill points now free but earned by dealing damage: "We want expeditions to be fun and not an endless grind"
Embark Studios has significantly altered Arc Raiders' Expeditions, removing the money grind and replacing it with a five-day challenge focused on dealing damage. The developer aims to make expeditions more fun and less of a grind, encouraging active gameplay over hoarding resources.
Proton 11 Beta arrives to bring enhanced gaming compatibility to Linux / SteamOS
Valve has released Proton 11 Beta, an update to their compatibility layer for running Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This version is based on Wine 11 and includes enhancements like NTSync for potential performance improvements, alongside an ARM64 build. The update brings numerous game-specific fixes and improvements, including better video playback, text-to-speech accessibility, and controller support for many titles.
Marathon Review – What did we extract from its first month and Season 1?
Bungie's new extraction shooter, Marathon, offers a challenging and rewarding experience for dedicated players, differentiating itself with unique Runner Shells and a deep narrative. The game features slick movement and gunplay, but a short time-to-kill and complex item management can be punishing. Its seasonal reset system aims to maintain competitiveness by wiping player progression, a bold move for the live service genre.
Games Inbox: Are live service games becoming less popular?
Readers discuss the declining popularity of live service games, with some hoping for a return to 'proper' games. The discussion touches on the financial model of free-to-play games, the impact of upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, and the potential for AI upscaling in future consoles. Other topics include the viability of dedicated handhelds, the emotional impact of certain game narratives, and the pricing of game DLC.
Arc Raiders and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 help show "mid-price is the new sweet spot" for games, analysts…
Analysts at Newzoo identify the $30-$50 price range as the new sweet spot for PC and console games, citing titles like Arc Raiders and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as examples of successful mid-priced releases. This trend emerges as the overall cost of gaming increases, with players seeking better value between indie and premium $70 titles.
ARC Raiders’ blazing marathon is rapidly slowing down. Is it finally time to start worrying about its future?
ARC Raiders, an extraction shooter that initially saw significant player growth, is now experiencing a rapid decline in its player base, having lost approximately 80 percent of its community since its peak. Despite a recent update, player numbers have not recovered, leading to concerns about the game's long-term viability. While the developers at Embark Studios have time to implement new content, the current trend suggests a worrying future for the title.
About 30% of Arc Raiders players focus on PvE, and Embark's happy with that: 'We want to instil hope in the…
Embark Studios is pleased with the player engagement in Arc Raiders, noting that approximately 30% of players focus on PvE and another 30% on PvP, with the remaining 40% engaging with both modes. Executive producer Aleksander Grøndal expressed surprise at the strong PvE community and the rapid co-operation observed during in-game events, highlighting the game's design intended to instill hope.
ARC Raiders’ ARCs Don’t Learn From Players in Real Time, Says Machine Learning Research Lead
Embark Studios has clarified that the enemies in ARC Raiders, known as ARCs, do not learn from player behavior in real-time. Instead, the studio manually updates the AI's capabilities based on developer insights and popular player clips. Machine learning research lead Martin Singh-Blom explained that improvements are made through under-the-hood updates, such as enhancing enemy vision or indoor navigation, rather than direct player data training.
Arc Raiders' killer robots aren't learning in real time, but Embark will sneak in AI upgrades based on player behavior: "We keep trying to make the flying drones better and better"
Embark Studios clarified that Arc Raiders does not feature real-time AI learning from player behavior, but the developers do use player data to implement AI upgrades. Machine learning research lead Martin Singh-Blom explained that game developers observe player actions and incorporate changes to improve enemy behaviors, such as making flying drones more effective.
New Marathon update takes a leaf out of Arc Raiders' book and encourages you to play nice
Bungie's new update for Marathon introduces the 'CARRI' system, incentivizing players to cooperate with each other through commendations and rewards. This system encourages teamwork for contract objectives and exfiltration, offering benefits to players of all progression levels. The update also includes features like proximity chat and a 'Mercy Kit' to revive downed opponents, aiming to foster a less hostile player environment.
Arc Raiders studio contacted by crime scientist "intrigued by how players are interacting," dev says only 30% of players focus on PvP: "It kind of blew the whole extraction shooter open"
Embark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders has surprised developers with a significant number of players prioritizing non-combative interactions, with only 30% focusing on PvP. A criminologist has reached out to the studio, intrigued by this player behavior, which deviates from the genre's typical focus on conflict. Data suggests a large portion of players engage in PvE or a mix, with proximity chat being heavily utilized for communication.
Marathon is a good game, former FPS pro Shroud says, "the problem right now is it's too hard"
Former FPS pro Shroud believes Bungie's Marathon is a good game but is currently too difficult, hindering player retention and first impressions. He suggests that while the high barrier to entry might be a positive in the long run as content is added, the game needs a better onboarding process to help new players get into it.
Snabbkollen – Spelar du något live-service-spel?
This article discusses the live service game model, where companies like Epic Games aim for long-term revenue through free-to-play or initial purchase games. Examples of successful titles include Helldivers 2 and Sea of Thieves, while others like Marvel's Avengers have failed. The piece questions players about their current or past engagement with live service games.
Arc Raiders' players have created a bounty system that's meant to punish unsportsmanlike behaviour but surprise, surprise, top of the list sits streamer TheBurntPeanut
Players of the extraction shooter Arc Raiders have developed a community-driven bounty system called Speranza Bounties to track and punish unsportsmanlike conduct like backstabbing at extraction. While some players welcome the system for shaming bad behavior, others argue it's a waste of time and could lead to witch hunts, especially as the top-ranked player is a streamer despite having been eliminated.
Games Inbox: What is the best multiplayer video game in 2026?
Readers discuss their current multiplayer game experiences, with some finding recent titles like Marathon and Arc Raiders too demanding. Topics include the overwhelming nature of Marvel Rivals, interest in Rainbow Six Siege and Warframe, and speculation about the future of PlayStation exclusives with the upcoming PlayStation 6.
The new Arc Raiders update stops your game crashing during every other raid
Arc Raiders has received update 1.24.0, which addresses critical crashing issues that have plagued players, sometimes mid-raid. The patch also includes fixes for audio bugs and ensures players receive rewards for the Weather Monitor Station Project. The next update, Riven Tides, is expected at the end of April.
