Arc Raiders
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Arc Raiders patch nerfs the Deadline mine, ends the menace of the Venator
Embark Studios has released patch 1.3.0 for Arc Raiders, focusing on balance and economy tweaks. The update nerfs the Venator pistol's fire rate and increases its weight, while also making the Deadline mine more expensive and harder to craft. Explosive damage across the board has also been adjusted to make larger enemies more resilient.
Arc Raiders' new map will be unlocked through a community event that starts today, and everyone has to donate
Embark Studios has launched a new community event in Arc Raiders called 'Breaking New Ground' which requires players to donate in-game materials to rebuild tunnels and unlock the new Stella Montis map. This event also introduces a new event currency called Merits and will be followed by further updates and content additions.
Arc Raiders has proven that extraction shooters can be popular, with over 4 million copies sold in under two weeks
Embark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders has achieved over 4 million copies sold in just over 10 days since its October 30 launch. The game also broke its own concurrent player records, reaching over 700,000 players across all platforms and peaking at 462,488 on Steam. Embark Studios has released a roadmap for upcoming content, including new maps, units, and gameplay items.
Arc Raiders just keeps breaking its own Steam player records
Arc Raiders, an extraction shooter developed by Embark Studios, has repeatedly broken its own player count records on Steam. The game peaked at over 462,000 concurrent players on Sunday, November 9, significantly surpassing its launch day numbers. This surge in popularity is attributed to positive word-of-mouth, with a new post-launch map expected to further boost player engagement.
Arc Raiders Trinkets Guide – Rarity And Selling Prices
This guide for Arc Raiders details the various trinkets players can find, which are items designated for selling to earn in-game currency. Trinkets are categorized by rarity (Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, Legendary) and have varying selling prices, with some also being necessary for quests or upgrades. The article lists all known trinkets, their rarity, selling price, and any specific uses.
Arc Raiders' first new map arrives this month, bringing even more Arc units, just as the game casually breaks its own Steam record again
Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, has seen a surge in player numbers, breaking its own Steam concurrent player record multiple times. The game is set to receive its first post-launch map, Stella Montis, this month, along with new Arc units, community unlock events, quests, and gameplay items. Future updates in December will include a Snowfall Map Condition, Flickering Flames event, and the reveal of the Expedition Departure Window for voluntary character wipes, as well as a new Raider Deck battle pass.
Arc Raiders beats its own Steam player record just a few hours after launch to become one of the most popular extraction shooters
Arc Raiders has achieved a successful launch, surpassing its previous beta player records on Steam with a peak of 264,673 concurrent players. The extraction shooter, developed by Embark Studios, also boasts a 'Very Positive' user review rating. This launch performance is notable as it exceeded the peak concurrent player count of Embark's previous free-to-play title, The Finals.
Arc Raiders server slam Steam numbers prove the extraction shooter is gonna be October's other major game
The recent server slam event for Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, saw a peak of 189,668 concurrent players on Steam, indicating significant player interest. The game's standard edition also charted as a top seller, suggesting strong commercial potential ahead of its October 30 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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The year 2026 is shaping up to be a significant one for video game releases, with numerous titles slated for launch across various platforms. This includes highly anticipated games like Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside many sequels and new IPs. The article provides a month-by-month breakdown of confirmed release dates and general 2026 windows for games on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.