This week, Embark Studios released **ARC Raiders**, giving players a fresh multiplayer extraction shooter to dive into. The response has been enthusiastic, with over 180,000 players on PC alone tuning in on day one—a strong start for Embark’s latest title.
Concurrent player numbers for ARC Raiders on PC are tracked by SteamDB, which began monitoring the game at its public debut this week. According to SteamDB, ARC Raiders has already surpassed 188,000 players, and that number continues to climb steadily.
Approaching 200,000 players is a significant achievement for a new IP—especially in a month crowded with major releases like *Call of Duty* and *Battlefield*. ARC Raiders appears to be winning players over with its mix of looting, PvE, and PvP gameplay, supporting both solo and group-based shooting experiences.
Having had the chance to try an early preview myself, I found the game engaging and fun. Whether playing solo or teaming up with squadmates, the thrill of strategizing and scavenging added a compelling layer to the shooter experience.
Overall, ARC Raiders is off to an impressive launch, carving out its space in the competitive multiplayer shooter landscape.
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