
When Embark Studios decided to release ARC Raiders between the launches of the new Battlefield (October 10th) and Call of Duty (November 14th) games, many gamers thought it wouldn’t succeed. It seemed like a risky move, launching a new shooter right between two of the biggest franchises in gaming. However, the gamble seems to have paid off handsomely. ARC Raiders has not only been nominated for Best Multiplayer Game at the 2025 Game Awards, but it’s also seeing a huge number of players and remains one of the most popular games on Steam.