ARC Raiders: Does It Have Campaign, Crossplay, Is It Free-to-Play? (& Other FAQs)

Everyone’s excited about ARC Raiders, the upcoming third-person shooter that recently had a popular test phase. As the release date nears, players are asking questions about things like a story campaign, if the game will be free, and whether they’ll be able to play with friends on different platforms. This guide answers those questions and gets you ready to jump into the action!

Is ARC Raiders Free-To-Play?

No, ARC Raiders isn’t free to play. Although you could try it out during the tech tests and Server Slam without paying or pre-ordering, you’ll need to buy the game to access the full version. (Check the section below for pricing details.)

Does ARC Raiders Have a Campaign Mode?

Currently, ARC Raiders doesn’t offer a typical single-player or co-op story campaign. Instead, players can complete quests given by in-game characters (Traders) to earn valuable items for crafting.

Will ARC Raiders Support Crossplay or Cross-Platform Functionality?

Good news! ARC Raiders will support both crossplay and cross-progression when it launches. This lets players on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 play together. If you prefer, you can turn crossplay off in the game’s settings under the Gameplay tab.

Does ARC Raiders Have Pre-Order Bonuses?

If you pre-order the standard version of ARC Raiders, you’ll get the Lucky Duck and the Bruiser Bundle. Those who pre-order the deluxe edition will receive both that bundle, plus the Astro Bundle as a bonus.

How Many Maps Does the ARC Raider Final Release Have?

In ARC Raiders, the game world is called Rust Bell. When it launches, Rust Bell will feature four distinct regions, or maps. Here’s a look at each of the maps that will be included in the final version of the game.

• Dam Battlegrounds: This is the map that was playable in the Server Slam beta playtest. Players will come across research stations, swamps. apartment buildings, and a lot of forests in this map.
• Buried City: This is the second map that was available in prior-tech tests. It’s essentially an abandoned city that’s covered in dunes. Common landmarks in the map include the mall, hospital, apartment buildings, town square, and some old architecture.
• The Spaceport: A derelict space station/facility filled with old technology and remnants of past space missions.
• Blue Gate: A location high up on snowy mountains where players will encounter abandoned towns, tunnels and underground complexes.

Will ARC Raiders Have PvE or PvP Only Modes?

ARC Raiders is a game where you compete against other players while also fighting robots, and it doesn’t have separate modes for just player-versus-player or player-versus-environment battles. When you play, you’ll face both human opponents and robotic enemies in every match.

Can You Play ARC Raiders Solo?

You can enjoy ARC Raiders by playing alone, with a partner, or in a team of three. To play with your preferred group size, be sure to turn off the “Squad Fill” feature before you start looking for a match. This will prevent the game from automatically adding extra players to your team.

Can You Switch to First-Person Perspective in ARC Raiders?

Currently, ARC Raiders is designed exclusively for third-person gameplay; players cannot switch to a first-person view.

Does ARC Raiders Have an Official Discord Server?

There’s an official Discord server for ARC Raiders where you can connect with other players and even find teammates to play with.

Will ARC Raiders Have Progression Wipes?

Unlike some other games in the extraction shooter genre, ARC Raiders won’t force players to lose their progress. Instead, the game will feature optional ‘Expedition Projects.’ If players choose to complete these projects within a certain time, their character levels and skills will reset – but any cosmetic items they’ve earned or purchased will remain safe.

Finishing Expedition Projects and starting a new character provides players with lasting rewards like unique cosmetic items, as well as temporary boosts. This system appeals to all players – those who enjoy resetting their progress and those who don’t have as much time to play, working a bit like the Prestige system in Hunt Showdown.

Will ARC Raiders Have Proximity Chat?

Yes, ARC Raiders will feature proximity chat, allowing you to communicate with both your teammates and opponents nearby. You’ll also be able to mute individual players or turn the feature off entirely.

How Much Does ARC Raiders Cost? (Pricing Information)

Here’s how much the ARC Raiders will cost on all platforms.

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