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ARC Raiders
ARC Raiders is a premium PvPvE extraction shooter developed and published by Embark Studios. Playing as a Raider, players venture Topside from the underground settlement of Speranza to scavenge a machine-ruled, post-apocalyptic Earth, alone or in squads of up to three. Progression centers on extracting looted gear and resources before dying or losing them, then using that haul to craft, upgrade, and trade for stronger equipment back in Speranza. Its defining gameplay centers on PvPvE tension, where scavenging against relentless ARC machines is constantly complicated by the threat of rival human Raiders fighting over the same loot.
Game summary
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Latest update
The current version is Live Update 1.42.0, released August 18, 2026. It introduced the second part of the Phantom Targets event, added the Tick Hunter cosmetic set, moved Map Condition scheduling onto a regional rotation instead of one global schedule, and detailed ongoing anti-cheat action alongside stability and audio fixes.
Release date and status
ARC Raiders released simultaneously worldwide on October 30, 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with no separate regional launch window. The game's biggest content update since launch, Frozen Trail, is confirmed for October 8, 2026 and will add a new map, a major high-level ARC encounter, and expanded Raider progression.
| Global release | Oct 30, 2025 · 09:30 UTC |
| Original launch platforms | |
| Global status | Released |
| Pricing model | Premium·In-app purchases |
| Availability | SteamEpic Games StorePlayStation StoreXbox StoreNVIDIA GeForce NOW (cloud streaming; owned copy required)PlayStation 5 cloud streaming (PS Plus Premium required)Xbox Cloud Gaming (Game Pass EssentialPremiumor Ultimate; game purchase required)Worldwide |
Platforms and availability
ARC Raiders is available on PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store, and on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S through their respective storefronts. It supports cross-platform multiplayer between all three platforms, and PC owners can move between Windows PC and Xbox through Xbox Play Anywhere.
Note: ARC Raiders does not support PlayStation 4 or Xbox One; it is built only for current-generation hardware.
Gameplay and setting
Runs follow an extraction loop: Raiders drop into a map from the underground settlement of Speranza, scavenge loot and crafting materials while avoiding or fighting ARC machines and rival human Raiders, then must reach an extraction point to keep what they found. Combat uses firearms ranging from SMGs and shotguns to railguns and energy weapons, alongside gadgets like ziplines, traps, and deployables. A three-branch skill tree covering Survival, Mobility, and Conditioning lets players shape their build, while a Workshop back in Speranza is used to craft, repair, and upgrade gear between raids.
The setting is a future Earth devastated by ARC, a mysterious mechanized threat that forced humanity underground into settlements like Toledo. Speranza, one of Toledo's oldest neighborhoods, serves as the player's home base, where Traders offer quests and trade loot for gear, crafting materials, and experience.
Trailer, screenshots, and media
The official launch trailer introduces the Rust Belt and the risk of scavenging Topside, while the gallery shows combat against ARC machines, the Riven Tides coastal map, a beach-scanning loot mechanic, character customization, and the upcoming Frozen Trail map.
Developer and publisher
ARC Raiders is developed by Embark Studios, a Stockholm-based studio also known for The Finals. Embark Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexon Co., Ltd., which credits the game as a core pillar of its portfolio and operates a dedicated regional ARC Raiders site for its own markets.
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Official website | ARC Raiders |
Download and availability
PC players can buy and download ARC Raiders through Steam or the Epic Games Store, while console players can get it from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Store. Owners can also stream the game through NVIDIA GeForce NOW, PlayStation 5 cloud streaming with PlayStation Plus Premium, or Xbox Cloud Gaming with an eligible Game Pass subscription.
System / Device Requirements
ARC Raiders publishes official Minimum and Recommended specifications on PC, while the console versions run on fixed PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S hardware.
| PC specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 or later 64-bit | Windows 10 or later 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, AMD Radeon RX 580, or Intel Arc A380 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, or Intel Arc B570 |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network | Broadband internet connection | Broadband internet connection |
| PlayStation 5 specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported hardware | PlayStation 5 (PS5 Pro Enhanced) |
| Internet connection | Required; PlayStation Plus needed for online play |
- Value
- PlayStation 5 (PS5 Pro Enhanced)
- Value
- Required; PlayStation Plus needed for online play
| Xbox Series X/S specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported hardware | Xbox Series X/S (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S) |
| Internet connection | Required; Game Pass Core or Ultimate needed for online play |
- Value
- Xbox Series X/S (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
- Value
- Required; Game Pass Core or Ultimate needed for online play