ARC Raiders keeps customization grounded. You build a Raider with a small, curated set of face and hair presets, pick a body type, then define most of your look with outfits and a few practical accessories. The system favors a cohesive, retro‑futurist scavenger silhouette over mix‑and‑match fashion, with currencies and unlock paths dedicated to cosmetics rather than power.

Character creator: body type, faces, hair

The character creator is straightforward. You choose:

  • Body type: male or female
  • Faces and face styles: a preset pool
  • Hairstyles: a preset pool

The options are intentionally focused rather than slider‑heavy. Your visible identity is driven mainly by what you equip afterward.

Outfits: full‑set looks with detail toggles

Outfits are equipped as complete sets rather than individual garments. You’re not slotting separate jackets, pants, and boots; you’re selecting a full look that sets your Raider’s silhouette in one step. Within those sets, visual refinements are available: color options and per‑outfit detail toggles let you adjust things like accessories or coverings. Backpacks and small attachments are handled as their own cosmetic items, so your utility profile still reads clearly even with set‑based clothing.

Tip: Some outfits support turning specific items on or off (for example, a helmet or goggles) via their detail toggle options.

Cosmetic categories and how you get them

Cosmetics sit apart from your build and mechanics. The current categories include:

  • Outfits (full‑set looks)
  • Backpacks, backpack attachments, and charms
  • Emotes
  • Scrappy outfits (cosmetics for your rooster companion)

Raider Tokens are the cosmetic currency. They’re used to obtain cosmetic items, bundles, and Raider Decks. Beyond the store, additional cosmetics can be unlocked through regular play: completing quests, leveling up, and progressing Raider Decks.

Pre‑order cosmetic bundles (what each edition includes)

Pre‑orders add themed cosmetic bundles to your account at launch. Availability and entitlement timing are tied to platform storefronts, and the contents differ by edition.

Edition Included bundles Pre‑order window Notes
Standard Edition Bruiser Bundle, Lucky Duck Bundle Until launch Bonuses may also be granted through eligible NVIDIA offers
Deluxe Edition Astro Bundle, Bruiser Bundle, Lucky Duck Bundle Until launch Includes all three cosmetic bundles

You can pre‑order through your platform’s store; on PC, the Steam listing is the direct purchase and entitlement path at launch: ARC Raiders on Steam.

Note: These pre‑order bonuses won’t be available after launch, aside from any remaining eligible hardware promos.

Why it looks the way it looks

The wardrobe is built to read as practical gear in a “post‑post‑apocalypse.” Materials look weathered, palettes skew muted, and silhouettes are utilitarian. The full‑set approach preserves that cohesion in busy firefights, making Raiders easy to parse at a glance. The limited creator complements the same goal: fewer sliders, cleaner results.

What to expect when you start

  • A focused creator with male/female body types, face presets, face styles, and hairstyles.
  • Outfits equipped as complete sets, with color options and per‑set detail toggles.
  • Separate cosmetic slots for backpacks, attachments, and charms, plus emotes and Scrappy outfits.
  • Raider Tokens as the cosmetic currency for items, bundles, and Raider Decks, alongside unlocks from quests and leveling.
  • Optional pre‑order bundles that add themed cosmetics at launch if claimed before release.

If you want deep identity work, it happens through outfits, backpacks, and small detail controls rather than granular sliders. Expect more cosmetics to rotate through the store and progression paths over time, anchored by the same grounded aesthetic.