#Arc Raiders
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Read the full Arc Raiders update 1.4.0 patch notes, including the major bug fixes, exploit mitigation, and other changes.
Arc Raiders Patch Notes for Update 1.3.0: Venator Nerf, Map Changes and Bug Fixes
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Read the full Arc Raiders update 1.3.0 patch notes, including the new map changes, weapon balancing, and more, here.
Arc Raiders GOTY Snub Is Another Blow That Proves CCU Doesn’t Count for Critic Choice
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Arc Raiders was snubbed from GOTY at the Game Awards 2025 nominations, and it shows how CCU doesn't matter to critics. Let us try to understand it here.
Arc Raiders ‘Cold Storage’ Quest Guide – Where to Find J Kozma Ventures Container
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The Cold Storage quest in Arc Raiders is given by Shani and players must give her rare books obtained from a J Kosma Ventures container in Stella Montis to complete it.
Arc Raiders ‘In My Image’ Quest Guide – Where to Find Androids
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The In My Image quest is specific to Stella Montis in Arc Raiders, which requires players to deploy into the new map and search three Androids. Here is a quick guide on how to easily complete this quest.
How to Kill Matriarch in Arc Raiders
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Ready to level up and fight the Matriarch in Arc Raiders? In this guide, learn how to kill the Matriarch in Arc Raiders, along with the best loadouts, strategies, and combat tips.
Arc Raiders Loot Cheat Sheet for All Items
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Here is the complete Arc Raiders loot cheat sheet, including the locations to find them, rarity, and which item to sell, stash, or scrap.
How to Unlock Stella Montis Map in Arc Raiders
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Stella Montis is the newest Arc Raiders map, but players must help complete a global community challenge before it unlocks. The first phase, Breaking New Ground, requires everyone to donate basic materials gathered from topside raids.
Arc Raiders Patch Notes for North Line Update 1.2.0: New Map, ARCs and Plenty of Fixes
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Read the full Arc Raiders North Line update 1.2.0 patch notes, including the new map, community event, and more, here.
How to Open the Hidden Bunker in Arc Raiders – Puzzle Event Trial Explained
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Want to know about the hidden bunkers in Arc Raiders? In this guide, learn where to find Arc Raiders Hidden Bunker and how to complete the new puzzle event trials.
Arc Raiders North Line Update: Release Time and Full Details
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Here is everything you need to know about the Arc Raiders North Line update, including its release date, the new Stella Montis map, and more.
Arc Raiders Duo Queue Update Slashes Store Cosmetic Prices By a Huge Margin
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New Arc Raiders update slashes store cosmetic prices and adds new duo matchmaking mode. Here is everything added in the update.
Arc Raiders Players Are Killing the Queen with a Single Grenade and Embark Must Fix It Now
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Players in Arc Raiders have discovered a way to instantly kill the Queen boss using a single Blaze Grenade Trap, bypassing the usual long and tough fight. The method involves placing the trap directly under the Queen, which causes massive damage and wipes her out in seconds. While effective, players are calling on Embark Studios to patch this exploit before it breaks the game’s balance.
Arc Raiders Player Count (November 2025)
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Here is the latest Arc Raiders player count for both PC and console, stating the CCU and peak users on Steam, Epic Games, Xbox, and PS5.
Use This Insane Arc Raiders Glitch to Loot Rare Items Before It Gets Patched
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The Arc Raiders community found a glitch that lets players slip through locked doors without keys, giving them access to rare loot. The trick requires two players to stack and push through the door by timing their jumps. It is risky to use since players have been reported for exploiting it, though the loot inside these rooms is tempting.
How to Get Dog Collar in Arc Raiders
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Dog Collar in Arc Raiders are rare item mainly found inside residential buildings across Blue Gate, Buried City, and Dam Battlegrounds. Players can collect them from cabinets and containers, especially during Night Raids when higher rarity loot spawns more often. These collars are essential for upgrading Scrappy to level 2 and can be salvaged into useful materials like Fabric.
How to Kill Queen in Arc Raiders
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Ready to level up and fight the Queen in Arc Raiders? In this guide, learn how to kill the Queen in Arc Raiders, along with the best loadouts, strategies, and combat tips.
How to Find Rusted Gear in Arc Raiders
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Rusted Gear spawns on cars and containers around the Industrial area in Arc Raiders. They are mainly used to upgrade Gunsmith II to Gunsmith III. Farm the cars as they are the least contested by players in Arc Raiders and use a free loadout.
Arc Raiders Weapons Tier List
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Check out our ultimate Arc Raiders weapons tier list, where we have ranked all the guns in the game from the best to the worst.
All Arc Raiders Quests and Rewards
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Here is the list of all Arc Raiders quests and rewards, including the Traders players must interact with to get them and all map requirements.
Arc Raiders Roadmap: All Content Coming Post-Launch
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Like the other Embark Studios game Finals, Arc Raiders will receive a ton of post-launch content, including new ARCs, map, and different events. Embark Studios shared information about the Arc Raiders roadmap and here's what it looks like.
First Arc Raiders Update Fixes Server Crashes, Memory Leak and Other Bugs
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Check out the full patch notes for the Arc Raiders update for October 31, that fixed server crashes, memory leaks, and other bugs.
The What Goes Around quest in Arc Raiders stands out because it rewards a full outfit, making it appealing for players who do not want to spend on cosmetics. To finish it, you need to obtain a Fireball Burner from Fireball ARCs found in key locations on the Dam Battlegrounds map, then use it to destroy another ARC enemy. With the burner equipped in a quick slot and good timing, the quest is simple and offers stylish and useful rewards once completed.
Arc Raiders ‘What We Left Behind’ Quest Guide
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The What We Left Behind quest in Arc Raiders is a late-game task that feels surprisingly manageable once you know where to look. You must collect epic-grade loot across three locations: South Swamp Outpost, Raider Camp in Buried City, and Bilguun's Hideout in Spaceport. Completing the quest gives some valuable weapon attachments.
Where to Find Arc Raiders Supply Drops and Call Station to Complete ‘A Better Use’ Quest
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The A Better Use quest in Arc Raiders asks you to trigger Supply Calls and loot Supply Drops. Supply Call Stations look like tall towers with a panel, and once activated they drop a crate filled with high-value loot nearby. With the right map knowledge and solid gear, you can collect the drops quickly and secure the quest rewards without getting swarmed.
Arc Raiders ‘Greasing Her Palms’ Quest Guide
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To complete the Greasing Her Palms quest in Arc Raiders, track down a Dam Surveillance Key in houses and lockers, unlock a hidden room at the Water Treatment Control, then peek at rocket thrusters in the Spaceport and finish by pushing through a barricaded spot on floor 6 of the Space Travel building. Completing it rewards handy crafting parts, including a Lure Grenade blueprint, so it pays off even if the ARCs try to chew you up halfway through.
Where to Find Field Depots in Arc Raiders to Complete ‘Down to Earth’ Quest
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In this guide, learn where to find the Field Depots in Arc Raiders and how to deliver the Field Crates to complete Down to Earth quest.
How to Find Arc Probes and Couriers in ARC Raiders
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Player are searching for the Arc Probes and Couriers in topside to complete the 'A Bad Feeling' quest in Arc Raiders. We have included maps and location lists to help you locate these ARCs to not only get loot but complete Celeste's quest too.
Arc Raiders Review: A Statement-Making Extraction Shooter Built on Fun and Ferocity
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Arc Raiders is the extraction shooter that finally delivered in 2025: genuine unpredictability and laughter even in failure. Raids are frantic, ARC AI is lethal, and proximity voice chat fuels the chaos. Progression is forgiving, crafting is meaningful, and every extraction is an absolute cinema. Read my full Arc Raiders review here.
Best Arc Raiders Items You Must Loot Early
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Here is the list of all the best Arc Raiders items players must loot early in the game to sell, upgrade, or craft.
How to Get Lemons and Apricots in Arc Raiders
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Lemons and apricots are essential early-game resources in Arc Raiders, mainly used for crafting and upgrading Scrappy to improve AFK looting. These fruits are found on small trees in swamp and jungle-like areas, especially around the Dam Battlegrounds.
All ARC Enemies in Arc Raiders
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In this guide, learn about all ARC enemies in Arc Raiders, along with their key drops, attacks, weaknesses, and how much XP they offer.
All Arc Raiders Weapon Attachments
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In this guide, you will find every weapon attachment in Arc Raiders, how to get them, what weapons they are compatible with, and the exact advantage each one brings to your gun.
Arc Raiders Global Release Times (Countdown)
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Arc Raiders launches worldwide on October 30, 2025, at 2:30 AM PDT / 5:30 AM EDT / 9:30 AM UTC, with simultaneous release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Players can preload the game right now and jump in the second servers open, with full crossplay support across all platforms. There is no early access and no progression carryover from previous tests, so everyone starts fresh at launch.
All Arc Raiders Gadgets and Utilities
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Here is the list of all Arc Raiders gadgets, along with their uses, prices, crafting requirements, and how to obtain them.
Arc Raiders Achievements and Trophy Guide
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In this guide, learn about all Arc Raiders achievements and how to unlock them, including a quick trophy roadmap to help you earn them faster.
All Arc Raiders Grenades and Explosives
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Here is the list of all Arc Raiders grenades and explosives, along with the methods to craft or purchase them and use them.
How to Preload Arc Raiders on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S
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In this guide, learn how to preload Arc Raiders on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, along with the download size of the game.
Arc Raiders Skill Tree Explained
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Skills are important to improve the survivability in Arc Raiders. In this guide, learn about the Arc Raiders skill tree, including every skill, its effects, and how to upgrade them efficiently.
How to Heal in Arc Raiders: All Healing Items
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Healing is essential in Arc Raiders, especially during extraction where survival determines success. Players can use various healing items like bandages, pasta, and Vita Shot to recover health for themselves or teammates. Items are crafted or purchased, then used through the gadget slot during raids.
All Arc Raiders Shields
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Here is the complete list of all Arc Raiders shields, including how to obtain them and how they work in the game.
Is Arc Raiders Going to Have Wipes? If Yes, How Do they Work
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Arc Raiders does not use mandatory wipes like most extraction shooters. Instead, it introduces a voluntary reset system called the Expedition Project, which unlocks at level 20 and lets players choose when to reset their progress at the end of an eight-week cycle. This system respects invested time while still offering rewards and a fresh restart for those who want it.