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Arc Raiders studio co-founder resigns following sexual misconduct claims, but Embark say a legal review "did not substantiate" the allegations
Rob Runesson, co-founder and chief commercial officer of Embark Studios, has resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct. An external legal investigation did not substantiate the claims, but the company and Runesson mutually agreed to part ways. Embark Studios is also investigating separate accusations of player misconduct within The Finals community.
NVIDIA’s DLSS5 AI Filter Sparks Fake Screenshot Scandal Across Gaming
NVIDIA's new DLSS 5 AI filtering technology has sparked controversy following a surge of fake AI-generated screenshots posted on gaming forums. The controversy centers on the technology's ability to alter game visuals, raising concerns about authenticity and potential manipulation within the gaming community. NVIDIA has not yet responded to the allegations, but the incident highlights gamer distrust towards AI-driven enhancements.
Arc Raiders has a hidden "magic" system: you've never noticed it because you're not supposed to, but…
Embark Studios' Arc Raiders features a hidden 'magic' system that allows AI enemies to perform actions not possible through standard physics. This system, primarily using 'magic torque,' acts as a stop-gap to ensure AI can pursue and engage players effectively, even when encountering unexpected situations or physical limitations.
Arc Raiders studio splits with co-founder over 'unsustainable' situation involving streamer allegations
Embark Studios has parted ways with co-founder Rob Runesson following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a streamer. While an internal investigation did not substantiate the claim, the studio cited the situation as 'unsustainable.' The allegations were initially shared anonymously and later publicized by streamer Balise.
I'm playing Marathon like a single-player stealth sim, and after 70 hours of sneaking I'm begging you to try a…
The author discusses their experience playing Marathon as a single-player stealth experience, finding it a viable and enjoyable playstyle despite its multiplayer focus. This approach has improved their confidence in PvP encounters by emphasizing situational awareness and tactical movement, drawing parallels to stealth games like Dishonored.
Arc Raiders boss says Marathon has "done a really good job" fixing things after "heavily criticized" technical test: "That's unusual. So credit to that team"
Patrick Söderlund, CEO of Embark Studios, praised Bungie's handling of feedback following Marathon's technical test. He noted that the team has effectively addressed criticisms and improved the game, highlighting the unusual speed of these changes. Söderlund expressed hope for Marathon's success in the competitive live-service market.
Issues and Activism
Embark Studios, the developer behind Arc Raiders and The Finals, has parted ways with a co-founder following allegations of misconduct. The studio has not provided specific details regarding the nature of the allegations or the co-founder's departure.
Morning Patches
This article provides patch notes for several games including ARC Raiders, Battlefield 6, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and CODE VEIN II. Specific updates mentioned are SHROUDED SKY - Patch Notes 1.17.0 for ARC Raiders and Patch v1.5.3 for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Arc Raiders update nerfs notorious Il Toro shotgun from basically every angle: pellet damage, fire rate, dispersion,…
Arc Raiders developer Embark Studios has released Patch 1.20.0, which nerfs the controversial Il Toro shotgun. The adjustments address the weapon's damage per second and effectiveness at range, a change many players had requested to balance the PvPvE experience.
Embark "mutually parts ways" with co-founder Rob Runesson following sexual misconduct allegations
Embark Studios has mutually parted ways with co-founder Rob Runesson following allegations of sexual misconduct. While an external investigation did not substantiate the claims, the studio deemed the situation unsustainable. The allegations reportedly involve a female streamer of The Finals, who expressed discomfort with Runesson's advances and concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
Arc Raiders dev Embark Studios confirms co-founder is gone after allegations of misconduct with The Finals streamer: "We found the situation unsustainable and mutually agreed to part ways"
Embark Studios, the developer of Arc Raiders and The Finals, has confirmed that co-founder and Chief Creative Officer Rob Runesson has departed the company following allegations of misconduct with a The Finals streamer. While an external investigation did not substantiate the claims, the studio deemed the situation unsustainable and mutually agreed to his departure.
New Arc Raiders Patch Finally Takes Aim at the Il Toro to Make it Feel 'More Like a Weapon of Its Rarity' - IGN
Embark Studios has released Arc Raiders update 1.20.0, which includes balance adjustments for the Il Toro shotgun and a reduction in the sell price of energy clips. The update aims to make the Il Toro feel more appropriate for its rarity and to rebalance in-game economy. The patch is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Arc Raiders, The Finals Dev Embark Studios Parts Ways With Co-founder Following Misconduct Allegations - IGN
Embark Studios, the developer of Arc Raiders and The Finals, has parted ways with co-founder Rob Runesson following allegations of sexual misconduct. An external investigation did not substantiate the claims, but the studio deemed the situation unsustainable. The allegations arose from a streamer who claimed Runesson requested sexual favors and conversations, leading to her discomfort due to financial dependence on his promotions.
Arc Raiders Dev Co-Founder Leaves Embark Studios After Sexual Misconduct Accusations
Embark Studios co-founder Rob Runesson has departed the company following allegations of sexual misconduct towards a streamer. While an external investigation did not substantiate the claims, Embark and Runesson mutually agreed to part ways due to the unsustainable situation. Runesson previously worked at EA/DICE on the Battlefield franchise.
Arc Raiders' new update puts the Il Toro in its place (a grave) at long last: 'This is an adjustment many of…
Embark has released update 1.20.0 for Arc Raiders, significantly adjusting the Il Toro shotgun to make it less versatile and more dependent on attachments. The update also reduces the sell price of Energy Clips to address a money-making exploit. These changes aim to balance weapon performance and in-game economy.
Interview: Meldrop's Elijah Tuncap discusses touring and video games — MP3s & NPCs
Meldrop drummer Elijah Tuncap discusses the band's upcoming West Coast tour and their favorite video games and soundtracks. He mentions that a full-length album is expected in the fall and expresses interest in creating music for EA Sports FC or Rocket League.
The best extraction shooters on PC or: how I learned there are other games like Arc Raiders
This article explores the extraction shooter genre on PC, highlighting seven recommended games. It details the core mechanics of securing loot and the risk of losing it upon death, while also noting the genre's flexibility with examples ranging from PvP-focused titles like Arc Raiders and Marathon to singleplayer experiences like Escape from Duckov and the hardcore simulation of Escape from Tarkov.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
ARC Raiders replacing some AI voices, CEO says "a real professional actor is better than AI"
Embark Studios is replacing some generative AI voices in ARC Raiders with those of professional actors, according to CEO Patrick Söderlund. While AI will remain a production tool for testing lines, Söderlund stated that human actors provide a superior quality and emotional depth. The studio also uses a similar approach for announcer voice-overs in their other game, THE FINALS.
ARC Raiders Replacing Some of Its Controversial AI Voices with 'Better' Human Ones
Embark Studios is replacing some of the AI-generated voice lines in ARC Raiders with performances from human actors, according to CEO Patrick Söderlund. He stated that human actors offer a noticeable quality difference and that the studio compensates actors for all their work, including licensing their voices for less essential in-game audio.
