Embark Studios lead designer Virgil Watkins gives ARC Raiders players a tease about some of the upcoming changes to ARC enemies, including the Stella Montis exclusive Shredder. After a massive launch on October 30, 2025, ARC Raiders has managed to keep its strong momentum into 2026 thanks to continued updates, new content, and limited-time events. Going forward, Embark seems to have plenty more on the docket, aiming to hold on to its player base.
Known as Escalation, Embark Studios laid out 4 months of content coming to ARC Raiders in 2026. The Headwinds update kicked off on January 23, adding a new matchmaking option and a map condition for players, but February's Shrouded Sky content looks to be even more substantial with a new ARC enemy, Raider Deck, map update, and more. Flashpoint in March will provide the fan favorite rooster, Scrappy, with an update alongside another new map condition and ARC enemy. Finally, April's Riven Tides offers players a brand-new map and condition, as well as a brand-new large ARC threat, likely the rumored Emperor. Outside these big content drops, Embark is going to continue to provide updates, cosmetics, and other changes to keep players guessing....
