Arc Raiders Release Date – Launch Timeline & History
Arc Raiders Release Date
Arc Raiders launched in late 2025 as a free-to-play title on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Release Timeline
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| December 2021 | First reveal at The Game Awards |
| 2023 | Delayed from original 2022 window; shifted to free-to-play model |
| 2024 | Closed Alpha testing begins |
| Early 2025 | Server Slam Beta |
| Mid 2025 | Open Beta on all platforms |
| Late 2025 | Full free-to-play launch |
What Delayed the Release?
Arc Raiders was originally announced for a 2022 release window. Embark Studios delayed the game multiple times to shift from a premium title to a free-to-play model, which required significant redesign of the monetization and progression systems.
Upcoming Content Dates
- Season 2: Q2 2026 — New zone, vehicles, ranked mode (full roadmap)
- Cold Snap event: Seasonal winter event
- Regular patches every 2-3 weeks
Platform Availability
- PC: Steam (free) + Steam Deck compatible
- PS5: Free (PS Plus required for online)
- Xbox Series X|S: Free (Game Pass Core required for online)
- PS4/Xbox One: Not available — current-gen only
- Crossplay: Full cross-platform support
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