ARC Raiders Dev Teases a Major Change for the Shredder

Embark Studios has revealed its content plan for ARC Raiders throughout 2026, starting with the “Headwinds” update on January 23rd, which introduced a new matchmaking system and map challenge. February’s “Shrouded Sky” update is even bigger, adding a new enemy type, Raider Deck progression, and map improvements. In March, the “Flashpoint” update will update the popular character Scrappy, along with another map condition and enemy. Finally, “Riven Tides” in April will introduce a completely new map and challenge, plus a significant new threat – potentially the long-anticipated Emperor. Beyond these major updates, Embark plans to consistently release smaller updates, cosmetic items, and other surprises to keep the game fresh and engaging.


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