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Arc Raiders Is Finally Testing A PvE Mode
Embark Studios announced that Arc Raiders will test a PvE mode from October 13-20, offering players a cooperative-focused experience. While not guaranteed to become permanent, the test aims to gauge player interest, with a significant portion of the player base expressing a desire for PvE options. This initiative comes as the game faces dwindling player numbers and a shift to bi-yearly updates.
PC Gamer's Hyperfeed beta is live
PC Gamer has launched a beta version of its new homepage, the Hyperfeed, designed to offer a richer experience and adapt to changes in the online publishing ecosystem, particularly the impact of AI integration. The Hyperfeed will feature short, ephemeral posts covering microscopic details in PC games and hardware, alongside traditional articles, aiming for more timely and authentic coverage.
ARC Raiders will test a PvE toggle in October
Embark Studios will test a player-requested PvE toggle for ARC Raiders from October 13-20. This feature will allow players to queue for matches without the risk of PvP encounters, focusing instead on cooperative gameplay and loot collection. The studio will use player feedback to determine the future of this option.
Arc Raiders will finally let players unlock weapons and items without hunting down blueprints
Embark Studios is introducing a new research system to Arc Raiders with the Frozen Trail update on October 8, allowing players to unlock weapons and items without relying solely on RNG blueprints. This system, accessible via a new research bench, uses points gathered in the world to choose desired blueprints, offering an alternative to the luck-based acquisition.
Evening Reading - September 23, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers updates for Total War: Warhammer 3, EVE Online, Counter-Strike 2, ARC Raiders, and Quake Champions. It also highlights the return of Pokemon GO Tour to Los Angeles and Taiwan, and mentions Meta VR Glasses. Other internet news includes a Starbucks Japan Pokemon collaboration and Fortnite's Halloween event tease.
ARC Raiders outlines the Frozen Trail's new map, endgame, and features
Embark Studios has detailed the upcoming 'Frozen Trail' update for their extraction shooter, ARC Raiders. The update introduces a new map called Pendola Pass, featuring harsh weather conditions and new enemy types like the Bully and Skulker. A new endgame scenario, 'Frigate,' will also be added, along with new weapons, gadgets like the Grappling Hook, and a Reward Pass. The Frozen Trail update is scheduled to launch on October 8 for all platforms.
ARC Raiders promises more PvP and repeatable content as it previews October’s Frozen Trail update
ARC Raiders is set to receive its next update, "Frozen Trail," on October 8th, introducing new repeatable activities and aiming to enhance player-versus-player combat. Executive producer Aleksander Grøndal stated the update is part of a long-term initiative to cater to diverse player needs and encourage more player conflict.
Arc Raiders is adding a battle pass with a paid tier, Embark says don't panic
Embark Studios is introducing a battle pass system to Arc Raiders with the "Frozen Trail" update on October 8. The pass will feature both free and premium tiers, with the premium pass costing 1,150 Raider Tokens and offering exclusive cosmetic items. The developer assures players that the premium pass provides no gameplay advantages and that players can earn enough tokens to acquire it by completing the pass.
No PvE mode yet, but Arc Raiders is adding "weapon amplification" in Frozen Trail to customize guns for PvP or…
Embark Studios' Arc Raiders is introducing a "weapon amplification" system in its upcoming Frozen Trail update on October 8. This feature allows players to add unique functions and attachments to 15 different weapons, aiming to increase variety in both PvP and PvE gameplay. The system is designed to make more weapons viable and interesting rather than simply increasing the power of top-tier options.
You can't have everything in Arc Raiders' reworked skill tree: 'We believe that creates more interesting…
Embark Studios is reworking the skill tree for Arc Raiders, moving away from unlocking all abilities to requiring players to make more interesting choices between different skills and abilities. This change aims to support more playstyles and create new build opportunities, though specific new skills were not detailed.
The Arc Raiders Frozen Trail update is bigger than anyone expected: new ARC, gun upgrades, a map, and personal outposts…
Embark Studios has detailed the 'Frozen Trail' update for their extraction shooter Arc Raiders, which is scheduled for release on October 8th. This update introduces a new snowy map called Pendola Pass, new ARC enemy types including the Frigate and Bully, personal outposts, weapon amplifications, new guns like the Stiletto and Bantum, a reworked skill tree, and gun skins. The developer also confirmed a shift to larger, less frequent updates every six months.
Everything coming in the Arc Raiders Frozen Trail update
Embark Studios has announced the 'Frozen Trail' update for Arc Raiders, set to release on October 8, 2026. This significant content patch introduces a new snowy map called Pendola Pass, new enemies like the Frigate and Bully, two new weapons, and several new gadgets including a Grappling Hook. The update also brings new features such as Weapon Amplification for upgrades, customizable Outposts, and a new Battle Pass.
Arc Raiders’ Battle Pass Won’t Be Totally Free Anymore, But It’ll Pay For Itself
Embark Studios is changing the battle pass system for Arc Raiders with the upcoming 'Frozen Trail' update on October 8. While the update is free, the new 'Reward Pass' will feature a premium track costing approximately $10 USD, though it is designed to pay for itself by offering more Raider Tokens upon completion. The update also introduces new maps, enemies, gameplay mechanics, and customization options.
Arc Raiders' Frozen Trail update finally adds a grappling hook and a new place to keep your trinkets
Embark Studios' 'Frozen Trail' update for Arc Raiders, launching October 8, introduces a highly anticipated grappling hook item and a new snowy mountain map called Pendola Pass. The update also adds new weather effects, enemies, weapon amplification via a research bench, and a 60-level Reward Pass with free and paid tracks. A new outpost feature allows players to personalize a space with collected trinkets.
Frozen Trail is a "2.0" moment for Arc Raiders after months of decline: "It almost feels like we're…
Embark Studios has announced that the "Frozen Trail" update for Arc Raiders, dubbed a "2.0" milestone, will launch on October 8. This significant update introduces a new map, characters, weapons, customization options, and a base-building element, aiming to revitalize the game after a period of decline. The developer views this as a "soft relaunch" and plans for similar large-scale updates every six months.
ARC Raiders: Frozen Trail is Adding a Frigate Full of ARCs to Fight, 3 New Enemies, and Much More
Embark Studios has revealed the 'Frozen Trail' update for ARC Raiders, introducing a new map called Pendola Pass, three new enemy types including the Hydra found on a Frigate, and various new content. The update also adds Amplified Weapons, new tools like the Grappling Hook, and will be available on October 8th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Xbox’s Second Wave Of Planned Layoffs Is Reportedly Starting As Studios Face Major Restructuring
Xbox is reportedly initiating a second wave of layoffs, affecting approximately 1,600 employees, as part of a major restructuring of its gaming division. This initiative, led by Xbox boss Asha Sharma, aims to make the division more profitable and involves consolidating studios and potentially moving franchises like Halo to Activision Blizzard. Several first-party studios have also recently become independent or been sold off.
Wardogs CEO braces for an Arc Raiders situation: "We're not going to have enough content for people"
Joe Brammer, CEO of developer Bulkhead, acknowledges that Wardogs, currently in Steam early access, may not have enough content to satisfy its large player base. He compares the situation to Arc Raiders, emphasizing the team's focus on delivering a great 1.0 launch for PC and consoles, despite the current demand.
Arc Raiders is about to drop its "biggest update yet," and no, we don't mean this Subway crossover
Embark Studios is preparing to launch the "Frozen Trail" update for its extraction shooter Arc Raiders on October 8, 2026. Ahead of this major content drop, the developer is highlighting a promotional crossover with Subway, offering exclusive in-game cosmetics to US customers who purchase qualifying meals before October 26. The update itself promises to be the game's biggest yet.
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