ARC Raiders Wiki, Guides & Live Updates
The player-run reference for ARC Raiders
Unofficial fan resource — not affiliated with Embark Studios.
- Live now
- PC, PS5, Xbox & GeForce NOW
- Sep 8–29
- 5th Expedition window
- Oct 8
- Frozen Trail update
- 1.42.0
- Current live update
Screenshots are from the official store page and remain the property of Embark Studios; shown for reference only.
What is ARC Raiders?
ARC Raiders is a live-service extraction adventure by Embark Studios, the Stockholm studio founded by former DICE developers. Gameplay flows between the surface, ruled by lethal ARC machines, and the vibrant underground society of Speranza. You craft, repair and upgrade your gear in the safety of your own workshop, then head Topside to scavenge the ruins of a twice-destroyed world — solo or in a squad of up to three. Every raid carries risk: machines, weather, other Raiders, and the choice of what to extract and what to leave behind.
The game is available now on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. This site tracks the current live-service state — expeditions, updates and confirmed systems — with every dynamic fact sourced and dated. Start with the new player guide, or check what is live right now: the 5th Expedition for the next three weeks, and the Frozen Trail update on October 8.
ARC Raiders at a glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Developer / Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Platforms | PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, GeForce NOW |
| Release date | October 30, 2025 |
| Genre | Extraction adventure (online co-op action) |
| Players | Solo or squad of up to three; cross-platform social play |
| Current live update | 1.42.0 (August 18, 2026) |
| Next major update | Frozen Trail — October 8, 2026 |
| Current seasonal event | The 5th Expedition — September 8 to 29, 2026 |
Jump into the site
Everything on this site is written from official announcements or gameplay-verified facts, each marked with its source and verification date where it matters:
New Player Guide
Core loop, first steps and verified beginner tips.
Read guideGuideThe 5th Expedition
Window, sign-up, challenges, rewards and the last expedition until 2027.
Read guideGuideFrozen Trail
The October 8 update: new map, ARC Operation, Outposts and more (confirmed items only).
Read guideGuideBlueprints
How blueprints work, where they come from and what is obtainable now.
Read guideFAQ
Common questions about this topic.
What is ARC Raiders?
An extraction adventure by Embark Studios: raid the machine-ruled surface solo or with up to two squadmates, extract loot, and craft/upgrade back in the underground society of Speranza.
Is ARC Raiders free to play?
No. The game is sold on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with in-app purchases and a Deluxe Edition; check the official store page for your regional price.
Is ARC Raiders multiplayer?
Yes — solo play is supported, or squads of up to three, with cross-platform social play across PC, PlayStation and Xbox.
When is the next big ARC Raiders update?
Frozen Trail arrives October 8, 2026 — the largest update since launch. Until then the 5th Expedition runs September 8–29.