Arc Raiders has launched successfully, breaking its own Steam player record within hours and becoming one of the top extraction shooters on the market. The game achieved a peak of 264,673 concurrent players on Steam after its official launch, surpassing the numbers from its public beta testing phase that attracted 189,668 concurrent players. Positive player sentiment has resulted in a "Very Positive" rating based on over 7,500 reviews. Developer Embark Studios has reason to celebrate as this performance exceeds that of their previous title, The Finals, which had a lower peak at launch. Arc Raiders is currently a hot seller on Steam, having spent weeks in the Top 100 chart.

What makes Arc Raiders different from other extraction shooters?

Arc Raiders incorporates unique mechanics and gameplay elements that set it apart from traditional extraction shooters. Its PvPvE format mixes player versus environment encounters with competitive player interactions, ensuring a fresh experience for gamers familiar with the genre.

Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, entered the gaming scene as an ambitious PvPvE extraction shooter. Set in a sci-fi universe, players focus on both survival and strategic gameplay while collaborating and competing with others to extract valuable resources. The game aims to offer a modern take on the extraction shooter genre, drawing inspiration from popular titles and building on community feedback gathered during its closed testing phases. With its focus on cooperative gameplay and dynamic environments, it seeks to capture the interest of both casual and hardcore gamers alike.