Embark Studios has unveiled a new development roadmap for ARC Raiders covering the first months of 2026. The upcoming phase, titled «Escalation», will introduce monthly updates featuring revamped locations, new enemy types, and additional map conditions.
January will bring the Headwinds update. It introduces a separate matchmaking pool for players level 40 and above to make the onboarding experience smoother for newcomers. The update will also add a new map condition and an additional player project.
In February, the Shrouded Sky update will roll out. Developers plan to significantly refresh several locations, introduce a new Arc-type enemy, and add a storm-based map condition that will affect gameplay.
March’s Flashpoint update will expand the game further with another map condition, a new Arc enemy, and an update to the companion character Scrappy, the resourceful rooster.
April will feature the Riven Tides update, the largest of the spring season. ARC Raiders will receive a brand-new map, its first since November 2025, alongside a large Arc enemy and an additional map condition.
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