ARC Raiders is a third-person extraction shooter developed and published by Embark Studios. Released in 2025 for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, the game is built on Unreal Engine 5 and features PvPvE gameplay that can be experienced solo or in small teams. It has received generally favorable reviews from critics since its launch.
The game is notable as a major title from Embark Studios, a developer that has garnered attention in the competitive online shooter space. Its status as a next-gen exclusive and use of advanced engine technology positions it as a significant release in the extraction shooter genre.
Recently, ARC Raiders has been in the news due to a widespread server outage affecting its player base. Multiple reports from November 20, 2025, indicate thousands of players experienced connection errors and login difficulties, prompting discussions about server status and troubleshooting methods. The outage has also sparked broader conversations about the game's online infrastructure and player expectations for service stability.
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- Arc Raiders server down: Tens of thousands of users report issues amid widespread outage | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times 2025-11-20 10:55 · Hindustan Times
- ARC Raiders Down and Having Server Issues on November 19 - MP1st 2025-11-20 10:52 · MP1st
- ARC Raiders server down? Thousands of players report widespread outages and connection errors - The Economic Times 2025-11-20 10:43 · The Economic Times
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