The Division meets Fallout, Arc Raiders hits a record player count

Arc Raiders Hits Record Player Count

Arc Raiders, a game blending elements from The Division and Fallout, continues to grow in popularity, recently smashing its Twitch player records. According to SteamDB, it reached an impressive 354,879 concurrent players despite not being free-to-play.

Game Setting and Gameplay

Set in a post-apocalyptic Earth, Arc Raiders challenges players with twin threats: giant robotic enemies called ARCs and rival players scavenging for lost technology. The game is developed by Embark Studios, known for The Finals, with Arc Raiders surpassing that game's player peak.

Community Reception and Updates

Having launched just over a week ago, Arc Raiders enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam. Embark Studios is proactive in maintaining gameplay quality, recently releasing patch 1.10 to address disruptive tactics.

Patch 1.10 Highlights

Blocks players from placing barricades at zip line exits, which previously hindered others' movement and caused frustration.
Other various improvements and fixes outlined by the developers.

“It’s not as bad as Left 4 Dead, where the zombie team could literally block the elevator door, ending the match — but some players had been exploiting barricades at zip line exits,” the developer explained.

Availability and Pricing

Arc Raiders is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, priced at £30.99 / $39.99.

Summary: Arc Raiders quickly gained a strong player base with solid gameplay and developer responsiveness, setting new records while refining its experience through timely updates.

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GameSpew — 2025-11-08

Arc Raiders Hits Record Player Count

Game Setting and Gameplay

Community Reception and Updates

Patch 1.10 Highlights

Availability and Pricing

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