Arc Raiders Flashpoint Countdown – Release Time & What to Expect
Flashpoint Countdown
Release date: March 31, 2026
Expected Release Time
- Likely during standard maintenance: 6:00-10:00 AM UTC
- Game will be offline during update deployment
- Check server status on March 31
What’s Coming
- Lightning map condition
- New ARC enemies (Firefly, Comet)
- Scrappy overhaul
- New Player Project
- Wasp Shell armor cosmetic
Day-One Checklist
- Download update
- Read full patch notes on news page
- Check if weapon meta changed
- Try the new Lightning condition
- Start the new Player Project
- Test overhauled Scrappy
See full Flashpoint guide and preparation checklist.