The Division meets Fallout, Arc Raiders hits a record player count

Arc Raiders Hits Record Player Count

Arc Raiders, a game described as The Division meets Fallout, continues its rapid growth by reaching a new peak in simultaneous players. According to SteamDB, it achieved 354,879 concurrent users—a remarkable feat for a paid title. The game is set on a post-apocalyptic Earth, where players face threats from giant robots called ARCs and other scavengers seeking lost technology.

Background and Development

Developed by Embark Studios, creators of The Finals, Arc Raiders has surpassed the player counts of their previous releases. The game has been available for just over a week and enjoys a Very Positive rating on Steam, reflecting strong community approval.

Recent Game Update and Balancing

Embark Studios recently released patch 1.10, which addresses an exploit involving barricades at zip line exits. This tactic caused frustration and increased player deaths, although it was less severe than exploits seen in other games like Left 4 Dead.

"It’s the work of Embark Studios, the team behind The Finals, though Arc Raiders has already eclipsed that game’s record."

The patch not only fixes this issue but also introduces other unspecified improvements to gameplay.

Availability and Pricing

Author’s Summary

Arc Raiders shows impressive growth and strong player engagement shortly after release, with active developer support enhancing game balance.

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