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Shoring Up Defenses - Arc Raiders Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the 'Shoring Up Defenses' quest in Arc Raiders' Riven Tides update. Players must destroy five Wasps and three Fireflies, use an Arc Alloy to reinforce a Raider structure at the Stacking Yard, and board up shuttered windows in the Hotel Panorama Azzurro.
How to destroy Rocketeers in ARC Raiders
This guide provides strategies for destroying Rocketeers, which are described as the most frightening mid-level enemy in the game ARC Raiders. It offers tips on how to effectively eliminate these threats.
Arc Raiders Avian Alarm Project - All Steps And Rewards
The Arc Raiders Riven Tides update introduces the Avian Alarm project, a new in-game event where players contribute resources to build bird cages for a security system. The article details all five stages of the project, listing the required items and the rewards players will receive for completion, including cosmetic items and in-game currency.
Steam Deck 2 is Still A While Away, But Valve is “Hard at Work” On It
Valve programmer Pierre-Loup Griffais confirmed that "Steam Deck 2" is in development, but a release is still some time away as the company aims for a significant generational leap in performance rather than iterative upgrades. Designer Lawrence Yang previously stated Valve is not keen on yearly updates, prioritizing substantial improvements over frequent releases. The article also briefly mentions updates for other games and the upcoming Steam Controller.
ARC Raiders’ Riven Tides Update is Bringing Support For PSSR2 on April 28th
Embark Studios is releasing the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders on April 28th, which will introduce enhanced performance and visual upgrades for the PlayStation 5 Pro version. The update includes improvements to geometry, reduced visual artifacts like flickering and ghosting, and aims to provide a cleaner, more consistent picture, especially in complex scenes.
Marathon boss says extraction shooters are like The Lord of the Rings and that's why they need PvP
Joe Ziegler, game director for Bungie's Marathon, compares the extraction shooter genre to The Lord of the Rings, arguing that the inclusion of unpredictable player-versus-player (PvP) elements is crucial for creating memorable and suspenseful experiences. He believes this PvPvE balance is key to the genre's appeal, contrasting it with purely PvE-focused games.
ARC Raiders Riven Tides Update Brings New Map, Enemy, and Limited-Time Event | Invision Game Community
The latest update for ARC Raiders, titled Riven Tides, introduces a new map called Riven Tides, a new enemy known as the ARC Turbine, and a limited-time event called Last Resort. The update also includes new gear like the Crash Mat and Powered Descender, a new Raider project called Avian Alarm, and various cosmetic items.
Surprise Hit 2025 Game Getting PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update
Embark Studios' multiplayer hit Arc Raiders is receiving PSSR 2 support for the PlayStation 5 Pro with its upcoming Riven Tides update on April 28, 2026. This enhancement aims to provide sharper visuals and more stable reconstruction of fine details. Arc Raiders joins a growing list of titles confirmed to support the PlayStation 5 Pro's new performance feature.
ARC Raiders’ Riven Tides update adds a new coastal map, Beachcombing condition, and more
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders, introducing a new coastal map called the Rust Belt, a new enemy type known as the ARC Turbine, and fresh traversal tools. The update also includes a limited-time event called Last Resort and a new Beachcombing map condition that allows players to find buried loot using a metal detector.
ARC Raiders’ biggest update yet lands tomorrow. Here’s what’s coming in Riven Tides
Embark Studios is releasing the Riven Tides update for ARC Raiders tomorrow, April 28, which is the game's largest content drop since its launch. The update introduces a new map called Riven Tides, a new ARC enemy type, new map conditions, items, an event, and a new Raider Project. The Riven Tides map features new areas to explore, including a resort and a dockyard, and introduces new challenges for players.
ARC Raiders Will Soon Look Even Better on PS5 Pro with New PSSR Support in Latest Update
Embark Studios is releasing update 1.26 for ARC Raiders, which will implement PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR upscaling technology for improved visuals. This update, coinciding with the Riven Tides content update, aims to reduce visual artifacts and enhance the game's appearance on the more powerful console.
Arc Raiders Riven Tides Trailer Reveals Massive Beach-Themed Update With New Seaside Map and Turbine Enemy
Embark has revealed the Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders, featuring a new seaside map and a Turbine enemy. This update appears to be the largest for the game to date, introducing significant new content.
Arc Raiders – upgraded PS5 Pro PSSR upscaling available April 28
Embark Studios has released update 1.26 for Arc Raiders, introducing an upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaling technology for PlayStation 5 Pro players. This enhancement aims to provide sharper, more stable visuals with reduced artifacts and improved reconstruction of moving objects, without impacting performance. Base PlayStation 5 models will continue to use TSR upscaling.
Arc Raiders gets biggest update in months with Riven Tides: Embark reveals new beach map and a massive flying bot called…
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders, featuring a new beach map called Azzurro and a large flying bot known as the Arc Turbine. The update also introduces new resource projects, a unique map condition called Beachcombing, and an Expedition event with a damage challenge. Players on PlayStation 5 can expect visual enhancements with upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution.
Arc Raiders' Riven Tides update is its biggest yet, letting you hunt for buried treasure and fight massive robot…
Embark has released the Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders, its largest to date. The update introduces a new map, a 'Beachcombing' condition for treasure hunting, and a massive new enemy called the Arc Turbine. It also includes the Avian Alarm project, a limited-time Last Resort event, and system updates for Expeditions and Trials.
Arc Raiders is finally overhauling its competitive Trials, starting with making them more fun and less frustrating
Embark is overhauling the Trials system in Arc Raiders to make it more engaging and less frustrating for players. Changes include reworking or removing challenges tied to specific map conditions and introducing more varied objectives for Season 4. The developers are also addressing player feedback regarding time constraints and competitive integrity of leaderboards.
ARC Raiders: Riven Tides Goes Live on April 28th, Adds First New Map in Over 5 Months
Embark Studios has released the Riven Tides update for their extraction shooter ARC Raiders, featuring a new map set on the Rust Belt's western coast. The update also introduces new threats like the Turbine, a new map condition called Beachcombing, and two new items: the Crash Mat and Powered Descender. Additionally, a Last Resort event and the Avian Alarm Raider Project offer opportunities to earn in-game rewards.
The MOP Up: Thousands of EVE Online players continue their epic war
The ongoing war in EVE Online saw over 4,500 pilots engaged in a battle over an Imperium Keepstar, with other fights occurring in surrounding systems. This week's MMO news roundup also includes updates on The Elder Scrolls Online's Night Market factions, Ultima Online's roadmap roundtable, and new content for Wartales and Torchlight Infinite.
ARC Raiders Explained – What the Game Is and How It Works in 2026 | Invision Game Community
ARC Raiders is a multiplayer extraction shooter where players gather resources and loot from hostile environments, fighting both AI-controlled ARC machines and other players. The core gameplay loop involves entering maps with limited gear, collecting items, and extracting safely to keep loot, with failure resulting in the loss of all collected items from that run. The game continues to be an active live-service title in 2026 with ongoing updates and a focus on risk, survival, and resource management.
Crimson Desert is just more proof that waiting to play games is the best
This article argues that waiting to play new games, especially after initial patches and bug fixes, leads to a better overall experience. The author uses Crimson Desert as an example, noting how the game has improved significantly since its March 19 release due to developer updates addressing AI assets, controls, and bugs. The piece suggests that patience is rewarded with a more polished and enjoyable gaming experience, especially for titles with complex development cycles like those from Ubisoft and Bethesda.
