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ARC Raiders

ARC Raiders

ARC Raiders is a multiplayer extraction adventure, set in a lethal future earth, ravaged by a mysterious mechanized threat known as ARC.

82%
Very Positive
DeveloperEmbark Studios
PublisherEmbark Studios
Release DateOct 30, 2025
$39.99
Peak Players466.3K
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

ARC Raiders is a visually stunning extraction shooter that delivers high-tension gameplay and a unique atmosphere reminiscent of Death Stranding. Despite its strong mechanical foundation and high average playtime, the game is currently facing a severe backlash due to technical grievances and community management issues.

Pros

  • Exceptional visual and sound design that creates an immersive, high-fidelity world.90%
  • High-tension extraction gameplay that remains exciting and unpredictable until the final moments.85%
  • Responsive gunplay and polished movement mechanics that feel satisfying to play.80%
  • Engaging social elements including proximity chat and unpredictable player-to-player interactions.70%
  • Charming collectible system featuring rubber ducks to decorate player rooms.50%

Cons

  • Widespread reports of false bans and a perceived lack of developer response to the issue.95%
  • Ineffective anti-cheat measures and a controversial three-strike policy for cheaters.90%
  • Toxic 'rat culture' and frustrating PvP encounters that can ruin the experience for many players.85%
  • A crisis of long-term progression and purpose once the initial novelty wears off.75%
  • Forced PvP elements that are highly polarizing for players who prefer a PvE focus.70%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers frequently compare the atmospheric world-building to Death Stranding.
  • Despite the 'Very Negative' rating, the average playtime exceeds 150 hours, indicating a highly addictive core loop.
  • There is significant community anxiety that the game will suffer the same fate as The Cycle: Frontier.
Confidence: 58%
Based on the 197 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 7, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
26.0K
Peak · last 90 days
68.5K
All-time peak
466.3K

Price

Current price
$39.99
Lowest tracked
$29.99since Nov 23, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
26%
All-time positive
82%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews414.3K
Positive: 340.2K (82%)Negative: 74.1K (18%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

158h

Avg Playtime at Review

96%

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