ARC Raiders to test PvE toggle in October
Embark Studios announced that ARC Raiders will test a player-requested PvE toggle 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 plans to use player feedback and data to determine if the PvE option will become a permanent addition.
Most outlets reported that a significant portion of the player base has expressed a desire for PvE options, with PC Gamer noting that over 51% of players showed interest. The PvE mode will feature adjusted loot values, with several outlets, including FZ.se and Gaming Bolt, specifying lower values than the standard PvPvE mode. Massively Overpowered reported that the game was originally designed with PvE in mind before evolving to a PvPvE model. Gamespot also noted that the game is currently facing dwindling player numbers and a shift to bi-yearly updates.
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ARC Raiders is Testing a PvE Mode From October 13th to October 20th
Embark Studios is testing a PvE toggle for its extraction shooter ARC Raiders from October 13th to October 20th. This mode will focus on co-op gameplay against AI threats with no player-to-player damage, though loot value will be lower than in the standard PvPvE mode. The studio is evaluating player reception and potential impacts on matchmaking and the in-game economy.
Arc Raiders announces a new PvE "test" to accommodate its surprisingly friendly players
Embark Studios is testing a new PvE matchmaking option for Arc Raiders from October 13-20, responding to a significant portion of players who prefer cooperation over PvP. This test will allow players to opt into a friendlier version of the game, though some map conditions and loot values will be adjusted. The studio is considering a permanent PvE mode based on the test's results.
Arc Raiders is introducing a PvE queue test in mid-October
Arc Raiders is testing a dedicated PvE queue from October 13th to 20th, allowing players to experience the game without PvP combat. This test aims to gauge demand for a PvE-focused version, as the game was originally designed with PvE in mind before evolving to a PvPvE model.
Arc Raiders is testing a PvE mode because "a large and growing group" refuse to hunt each other
Embark Studios is trialing a Player vs Environment (PvE) mode for their extraction shooter Arc Raiders in response to a growing player base that prefers cooperative play over player-versus-player combat. The PvE trial will run from October 13th to 20th, offering a less risky experience with reduced loot value but maintained AI threats to compensate for the lack of PvP tension. This move mirrors similar efforts by other developers, such as Bungie's work on a PvE mode for Marathon.
Arc Raiders ska testa ett PvE-läge i oktober
Embark Studios will test a PvE-only mode for Arc Raiders from October 13-20, responding to player demand for a cooperative experience without PvP conflict. This mode will offer a different loot value and exclude certain map conditions designed for higher tension.
Arc Raiders Is Testing a PvE Mode Very Soon
Embark Studios has announced that a Player vs. Environment (PvE) mode for their game Arc Raiders will undergo testing next month. This marks a significant development for the title's upcoming content.
Arc Raiders say fine, here's a "limited test" of PvE co-op: "We can't ignore what the data is…
Embark Studios announced that Arc Raiders will undergo a limited PvE-only co-op test from October 13 to October 20. This temporary mode will allow players to experience the game without player-to-player damage, with the developers using player feedback and data to determine its future as a permanent addition. The studio acknowledges the risk of reducing game tension but is considering the data showing significant player interest in a dedicated PvE option.
Arc Raiders is finally testing a PvE-only mode: 'We can’t ignore what the data is telling us'
Embark Studios is testing a Player vs Environment (PvE) only mode for Arc Raiders from October 13-20, 2026, allowing players to toggle between the classic PvPvE experience and a PvE-focused session with no player-to-player damage. This test aims to address player data indicating a significant portion of the community desires fewer hostile encounters, with over 51% expressing interest in a dedicated PvE option.
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.
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.
