ARC Raiders Upcoming Playtest on April 30: Join PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC Players

ARC Raiders Announces Second Public Playtest: A Major Expansion for Gamers

Embark Studios is gearing up for the second public playtest of their highly anticipated PvPvE third-person sandbox extraction shooter, ARC Raiders. This exciting event is set to take place from April 30 to May 4, 2025.

Expanding Accessibility to Console Players

The inaugural public playtest occurred last fall, from October 24 to 27, and was exclusively available for PC players. In a significant move to enhance community involvement, this upcoming playtest will allow players on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S platforms to join the action alongside their PC counterparts, broadening the game’s reach and player diversity.

How to Participate in the Playtest

For those eager to join the testing phase, the process is straightforward:

PC gamers can request access via the ARC Raiders Steam page.
Console players looking to participate for the first time should head to the official ARC Raiders website to submit their requests.
If you were part of the previous playtest in October, expect an automatic invite. Keep an eye on your email for further updates.

Improvements and Features in the Upcoming Playtest

As the development team continues to refine the gaming experience, executive producer Aleksander Grøndal commented, “Over the past six months, we’ve worked hard to expand the core experience, based on community feedback. This is our chance to see how those changes perform at scale.”He expressed particular interest in gathering insights on various aspects such as progression systems, combat dynamics, and cross-platform performance.

This playtest promises to showcase a more comprehensive selection of weapons, tools, and crafting systems. Players can expect a broader view of what ARC Raiders has to offer, making this event the biggest and most revealing playtest to date.

Mark Your Calendar for ARC Raiders

For gamers keen to explore Embark Studios’ debut title, this second playtest is a crucial opportunity to experience its evolution ahead of the official release, which is anticipated later in 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

Catch more about the game in this video teaser.

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