ARC Raiders, the highly anticipated third-person PvPvE shooter from Embark Studios, is gearing up for its official launch on October 30. Following several closed playtests over the past year, the game has built considerable buzz and is ready to make its mark in the gaming industry. A mid-October Server Slam playtest further fueled excitement, offering players a sneak peek into the captivating gameplay.
Platform Availability and Features
Upon release, ARC Raiders will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Steam, the Epic Games Store, and the Xbox app on Windows, promising broad accessibility for gaming enthusiasts. Notably, the Xbox store listing reveals that ARC Raiders supports Xbox Play Anywhere. This feature ensures that gamers who purchase it on Xbox will automatically own the PC version via the Xbox app, with cross-progression and cross-buy features allowing seamless gameplay across console and PC systems.
The availability of the game on the Xbox app paves the way for its potential future inclusion in the Xbox Game Pass lineup. While neither Embark Studios nor Microsoft has confirmed this possibility, the presence on the Xbox app is a requisite for Game Pass on PC, given the service's limitation of not supporting Steam or the Epic Games Store titles.
Aesthetic and Gameplay
ARC Raiders positions itself as a compelling multiplayer extraction alternative to the popular Escape From Tarkov. Set in a vibrant sci-fi universe, the game features a post-apocalyptic world teeming with robots, offering a unique twist on the genre. The gameplay is built around team-based strategies in both Player versus Player (PvP) and Player versus Environment (PvE) scenarios, providing a diverse and engaging gaming experience.
Players have the option to preorder the game, with the standard edition priced at $40. Alternatively, a Deluxe Edition is available at $60, offering additional benefits. Preorder incentives include a backpack and a quirky rubber ducky cosmetic item, adding an element of personalization to the in-game experience.
