ARC Raiders is a free-to-play cooperative third-person shooter developed by Embark Studios. Players fight as Raiders against mechanized alien invaders called ARC on post-apocalyptic Earth, specifically in the region of Calabretta. The game features co-op PvPvE gameplay, crafting, looting, and base management in Speranza.

Is ARC Raiders free to play?

Yes, ARC Raiders is completely free to play. It is available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S at no cost.

What platforms is ARC Raiders available on?

ARC Raiders is available on PC (via Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game supports cross-platform play between all platforms.

How does crafting work in ARC Raiders?

Crafting in ARC Raiders takes place at Workshop stations in Speranza. There are 7 crafting stations: Workbench (weapons), Gunsmith (weapon mods), Gear Bench (armor), Medical Lab (healing items), Explosive Station (grenades/mines), Utility Station (gadgets), and Refiner (material processing). You collect resources during raids and use them to craft equipment.

Who are the traders in ARC Raiders Speranza?

Speranza has 5 traders: Celeste (General Store - basic supplies and gear), Lance (Clinic - medical supplies), Apollo (Grenades & Gadgets - explosives and utility items), Tian Wen (Gun Shop - weapons and ammo), and Shani (Security - armor and protective equipment).

What is the ARC Raiders skill tree?

The ARC Raiders skill tree lets you customize your Raider with passive abilities and bonuses. Skills are organized into categories like Combat, Survival, Crafting, and Exploration. You earn skill points through gameplay and can unlock skills to enhance your character build.

What is Calabretta in ARC Raiders?

Calabretta is the main map region in ARC Raiders where raids take place. It features multiple zones with varying difficulty levels, dynamic weather, and different types of ARC enemy encounters. Players deploy from Speranza to Calabretta to complete missions, gather resources, and fight both AI enemies and other players.

Arc Raiders Anti-Cheat Explained | ARC Raiders Iran

Embark Studios has published a deep dive into its anti-cheat systems for Arc Raiders, combining Easy Anti-Cheat with machine-learning models trained on player telemetry. The update covers ongoing improvements, including a new kernel-level solution and intent-based detection for accessibility devices. This ensures fair play across Speranza while supporting legitimate players.

Anti-Cheat Technology Stack

Embark's anti-cheat combines kernel-level protection from Easy Anti-Cheat with machine-learning models trained on player telemetry. Additional undisclosed layers enhance detection.

Key Components

Kernel-level detection targets commercial cheats operating in that space
New kernel-level solution in testing to improve detection and precision
Input telemetry analysis via ML models, developed with Anybrain

Accessibility Devices and Intent Detection

Distinguishing legitimate accessibility use from cheating relies on analyzing telemetry and communication patterns to detect intent.

“The signal we care about is intent. Our systems analyze telemetry and communication patterns to distinguish legitimate accessibility use from abuse.”
— Embark Anti-Cheat Team