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Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 16: PlayStation Player's Choice second chance
This weekend's digital sales include a second chance for the PlayStation Player's Choice sale, featuring discounts on numerous titles for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also get select games for free, while Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to further deals.
Arc Raiders TV and movie adaptations can do what the game doesn't: "We feel like we have created a world that's fertile ground to tell all kinds of different stories"
Embark Studios is exploring TV and movie adaptations for its game Arc Raiders and its previous title, The Finals, in partnership with Chernin Entertainment. While Arc Raiders focuses on emergent player stories and world absorption, the adaptations are expected to delve deeper into character-driven narratives to better suit the medium.
Arc Raiders Taking Stock quest guide and walkthrough
This guide for Arc Raiders details how to complete the 'Taking Stock' quest, which involves finding Industrial Batteries and taking photographs of key locations like the Atrium sculpture and Baron Husks. Players will also need to ping specific robots or deliver batteries to Nomadic Envoys. The guide provides locations for these objectives and tips on crafting necessary items like cameras.
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GameSpot provides a portal to its latest gaming news, reviews, and deals, covering major platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, PC, and mobile. The site also highlights upcoming games and trending topics, including trailers for Grand Theft Auto 6 and hands-on previews for titles like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
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GameSpot provides a portal to its latest gaming news, reviews, and deals, covering major platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, PC, and mobile. The site also highlights upcoming games and trending topics, including trailers for Grand Theft Auto 6 and hands-on previews for titles like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
How to beat Bullies in Arc Raiders
This guide provides strategies for defeating the 'Bully' enemy in Arc Raiders, a fast-moving foe introduced in the Frozen Trail update. It details the Bully's weak points, such as leg joints and its turret, and recommends using energy weapons with high armor penetration. Combat tips include utilizing elevated positions, attacking from small windows, and using equipment like the Showstopper or Yank Grenade to stun the enemy.
Devious Arc Raiders Griefers Are Having Fun in PvE, Camping Locked Loot Rooms and Pulling Enemy Robots Into Extraction Points
Players are reportedly griefing others in the PvE mode of Arc Raiders by manipulating AI enemies and blocking access to loot rooms. This behavior exploits the PvE environment's safety to disrupt other players' experiences.
ARC Raiders Team is Testing PvE Toggle to “Understand” The Needs of “Dad Gamers”
Embark Studios is testing a PvE toggle for its extraction shooter ARC Raiders to better understand the needs of players who prefer PvE content, particularly those they refer to as 'dad gamers'. Executive producer Aleksander Grøndal stated that the studio wants to gather learnings from this test before committing to a permanent PvE mode, aiming to remove player-induced frustrations without making promises.
Arc Raiders devs had the same debates players are currently having over PvE mode, but the "dad gamers" pushed…
Embark Studios is testing a PvE-only mode for Arc Raiders, a decision that mirrors internal debates and addresses player feedback, particularly from "dad gamers" seeking a less frustrating experience. While the test aims to gather data on player needs, the studio acknowledges potential challenges with loot economy and difficulty tuning.
How to play PvE in ARC Raiders
ARC Raiders has added a PvE mode, allowing players to enjoy the game without direct player-vs-player combat. To enable PvE, players can toggle the PvE option on the map screen. This mode features dedicated servers, zero player-to-player damage, and adjusted loot values, though certain map conditions will still require PvPvE engagement.
Arc Raiders PvE mode called "bland" and "hollow" by players who say it's ruined the tension, but others say it's the game they always wanted
Players are expressing disappointment with the PvE mode in Arc Raiders, describing it as "bland" and "hollow" due to a perceived lack of tension and meaningful interaction. While some players enjoy the mode, many feel it detracts from the core experience and wish the original player-versus-player tension had been preserved. Streamer Loochy noted that the game lacks a strong enough endgame to support a compelling PvE experience.
Arc Raiders Ruins and Reverberations guide and walkthrough
This guide provides a walkthrough for the Ruins and Reverberations quest in Arc Raiders. It details how to find and connect a Spotter Relay to an antenna at the Pendola Pass Observatory, including steps for acquiring a Spotter Relay by defeating Spotter drones and welding wires in a crawlspace to redirect power. The guide also lists the rewards for completing the quest.
Arc Raiders' PvE test is finally here and it's the perfect reason to jump back in
Embark Studios has launched a Player versus Environment (PvE) test for Arc Raiders, offering a more relaxed experience for players who prefer exploration and cooperative play over PvP combat. This PvE toggle allows players to enjoy the game's world and challenges without the constant threat of other players, fostering a more communal atmosphere.
Arc Raiders Wires Crossed guide and walkthrough
This guide provides a detailed walkthrough for the 'Wires Crossed' quest in Arc Raiders, which involves finding specific Arc components and attaching them to antennas across three different maps: Spaceport, Blue Gate, and Buried City. It offers tips on acquiring items like the Snitch Scanner, Surveyor Vault, and Sentinel Firing Core, and details the exact locations for each objective.
ARC Raiders’ Experimental PvE Beta is Live
Embark Studios has launched a separate Player versus Environment (PvE) matchmaking option for ARC Raiders, available as a beta until October 20th. This mode pits players against AI enemies without the risk of PvP combat, though with reduced loot value and fewer available mission conditions. The studio is actively seeking player feedback to improve the experience.
ARC Raiders’ executive producer thinks a pure PvE mode might split the game, but also that the split is already present
ARC Raiders' executive producer Alesander Grøndal believes a dedicated PvE mode could split the game, but also acknowledges the player base is already divided on the issue. A week-long test is underway to gather data on how a PvE-only option impacts player experience and development decisions.
Yes, Arc Raiders' new PvE mode is already being used to practice PvP
Embark Studios has launched a beta test for a Player versus Environment (PvE) toggle in Arc Raiders, allowing players to experience the game without PvP encounters. Despite the mode's intention, some players are reportedly using it to practice PvP scenarios or to ambush others near loot rooms, highlighting an ironic use of the feature.
How to get Thermal Shakers in Arc Raiders
This guide details how to find Thermal Shakers in Arc Raiders, an Epic-rarity item used for high-level upgrades and crafting. They can be found in Technological and Electrical locations, particularly in the Cielo Sereno Observatory within Pendola Pass, though their spawn is not guaranteed.
How to get Differential Microphones in Arc Raiders
This guide explains how to find Differential Microphones in Arc Raiders, a rare crafting item essential for progressing the Research Station. The microphones are primarily found in Technological and Electrical locations within the Pendola Pass map, with specific recommendations including the Cielo Sereno Observatory and Railroad Junction.
