
Arc Raiders is a free-to-play cooperative shooter video game developed by Embark Studios, set in a sci-fi world where players defend Earth from robotic invaders. The game combines tactical combat with dynamic physics in a post-apocalyptic landscape, distinguishing itself through its team-based survival mechanics and stylized visual approach.
The title has maintained relevance through consistent post-launch support and content updates that refine gameplay balance and introduce new features. Its developer has cultivated an engaged community by responding to player feedback and evolving the experience beyond its initial release, which is common for live service games in the competitive multiplayer shooter genre.
Recently, Arc Raiders has been in the news due to the release of its significant 1.3.0 update in November 2025. Gaming outlets reported patch notes detailing weapon rebalancing—including nerfs to overpowered gear—map modifications, and bug fixes. The update also drew attention for incorporating community-driven elements, such as adding decorative rubber ducks to player hubs, while reports indicated strong player engagement with new content through substantial visit statistics to updated game areas.
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- Arc Raiders Patch Notes for Update 1.3.0: Venator Nerf, Map Changes and Bug Fixes - Beebom 2025-11-20 19:36 · Beebom
- ARC Raiders 1.3.0 Patch Notes - IGN 2025-11-20 19:16 · IGN
- Arc Raiders update nerfs a gun "capable of outgunning full squads" and may answer a fan who asked Embark to let them show off 600+ rubber ducks: "Your Raider Den has been ducked out" - GamesRadar+ 2025-11-20 19:01 · GamesRadar+
- ARC Raiders Update 1.000.010 Patch Notes (Patch 1.3.0) – Nov. 20, 2025 - UpdateCrazy 2025-11-20 18:14 · UpdateCrazy
- Arc Raiders Update Sees Over 25 Million Visits to New Map and Major Player Statistics - SSBCrack News 2025-11-20 18:06 · SSBCrack News
- ARC Raiders New Update 1.3.0 Delivers a Small Surprise via Patch 1.000.010 - MP1st 2025-11-20 17:58 · MP1st
- ARC Raiders Update 1.3.0 Delivers Weapon Rebalancing, Explosive Damage Adjustments, and Extensive Map and AI Fixes - Twisted Voxel 2025-11-20 17:56 · Twisted Voxel
- ARC Raiders is Currently Down - Game Rant 2025-11-20 12:02 · Game Rant
- The Shredder Has Knocked Out Over 2 Million Arc Raiders Players, And We Don't Mean The TMNT Villain - GameSpot 2025-11-20 03:43 · GameSpot
- Stella Montis, ARC Raiders new map had more than 25 million visits last week - XboxEra 2025-11-20 00:35 · XboxEra