Get Ready for Arc Raiders: The Extraction Shooter That's Screaming for Attention
Fall 2025 marks the release date for Arc Raiders, a new entry in the action genre, slated for a swift debut approximately 37 days following Marathon.
This year, Arc Raiders has climbed its way from obscurity to the pinnacle of my most eagerly awaited games of 2025, all thanks to its thrilling tech test that managed to overshadow the Marathon alpha in the process. We've got two heavyweights vying for the title of the freshest extraction shooter, with Arc Raiders officially announcing its release date during the Summer Game Fest showcase on October 30. Get ready for a fierce competition!
You can catch Arc Raiders on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, just over a month after Marathon premieres on September 23. Rumors swirled that Arc Raiders was preparing for an unexpected release at the Summer Game Fest, reminiscent of Embark Studios' previous surprise release of The Finals in 2023, but alas, it was not meant to be. The developers assure us they've still got some work to finish ahead of the big day.
As for the tech test, Aleksander Grøndal, the game's executive producer, declared in a press release, "The tech test was the best rehearsal we could get, ahead of what's shaping up as a big release this Fall. It's clear that players recognize the passion, effort, and craftsmanship that's been poured into the making of ARC Raiders."
Fans can expect the final release to be bug-free with improved performance, a balanced player economy, and an enhanced onboarding experience for newcomers to the genre. Additional locations, quests, and discoveries await players!
Arc Raiders' tech test left a lasting impression, providing a more complete experience compared to what Bungie offered with Marathon. The test kept me and my crew engaged as we roamed through the three accessible maps, completed quests, unlocked crafting stations, and invested in a permanent skill tree.
While the game's final price remains a mystery, we can confidently predict that it won't adopt a free-to-play model or be priced in the high range like $70 or $80. Based on what I played, gamers should be content if it settles in the realm of $30-$40, much like Helldivers 2.
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Morgan ParkSince 2018, I've been writing for PC Gamer, both as a freelancer and as a staff writer, and I've appeared on outlets like Polygon, Kotaku, Fanbyte, and PCGamesN. Before breaking into the industry, I honed my skills at small-time gaming sites that really put a dent in my wallet. Now, I'm ecstatic to be holding a steady job that doesn't have me repairing broken consoles for pennies at GameStop. As a beat writer, I cover the latest developments in the shooter community and produce general news, reviews, features, guides, and the occasional joke in Slack. Hey, don't ask me to write about a strategy game, though.
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- Fans of Arc Raiders are eagerly awaiting the game's release on October 30, as it has shown impressive potential during its tech test.
- With the official release of Arc Raiders, gamers can expect a fierce competition among extraction shooters, alongside Marathon, which premieres on September 23.
- Morgan Park, a PC Gamer writer, suggests that Arc Raiders might be priced within the range of $30-$40, following the pricing strategy of Helldivers 2.
- Technology enthusiasts and gadget lovers will have a chance to experience Arc Raiders on various platforms like Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
