Arc Raiders has surpassed Battlefield 6's concurrent player count on Steam this fall.
Release and Player Metrics
Arc Raiders launched a little over a week ago and quickly became one of the hottest PC games. On Friday night, it hit a peak concurrent player count of over 354,000 users. By Saturday morning UTC, the game briefly overtook Battlefield 6, which stood at around 329,000 concurrent players.
Gameplay and Audience Appeal
The game has attracted a significant and consistent audience, making it a standout among new releases. Reviewers note that Arc Raiders provides a smoother and more accessible gaming experience compared to titles like Escape From Tarkov. PC Gamer's Elie Gould described it as "a less stressful extraction shooter." This approachability may contribute to its growing popularity.
