ARC Raiders crossplay and cross-save on PS5, Xbox, and PC
What carries over, what you still need to buy, and the one crossplay limitation to keep in mind.
Arc Raiders
ARC Raiders is a multiplayer extraction adventure set on a lethal future Earth overrun by mysterious mechanized threats known as ARC. Players scavenge the surface, battle machines and rival Raiders, and extract valuable loot while shaping their character and playstyle in a tense third-person experience. | Release Date: October 30, 2025 | Developer: Embark Studios | Platforms: PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series X/S | Genre: Extraction shooter, multiplayer extraction adventure
ARC Raiders squad size and matchmaking — how trios shape every raid
Yes, squads top out at three, and the game prioritizes squads vs. squads and solos vs. solos.
Arc Raiders “matchmaking failed” — fixes and Server Slam status
How to resolve connection errors, pick the right playtest build, and tell server load from local issues.
ARC Raiders sensitivity converter — consistent aim across games
Convert ARC Raiders mouse sensitivity to and from 1,573 games with eDPI and cm/360 metrics, plus optional ADS matching.
ARC Raiders stuck on loading screen (PC) — fixes for black screen
A detailed playbook to resolve load hangs, blank video, and launcher stalls without reinstalling Windows.
ARC Raiders mechanical components — where to find, craft, and use
Farm the Mechanical Field, craft them at your base Refinery, or recycle specific loot for a steady supply.
ARC Raiders Buried City — map overview, threats, and extraction basics
What to expect in the sand‑choked district and how to get out with your haul.
ARC Raiders’ Harvester event and Queen — how it works and what drops
A quick breakdown of the Harvester, the Queen that guards it, the maps, risks, and the guaranteed recipe drop.
Download ARC Raiders Server Slam on PS5 (Oct 17–19 playtest)
A quick walkthrough to find the free PS5 playtest, plus dates, PS Plus rules, and the backpack reward.
Download ARC Raiders Server Slam on Xbox (Oct 17–19)
A free, time-limited open test for Xbox Series X|S with simple steps, age limit, and no progress carryover.
ARC Raiders call stations and supply drops — completing A Better Use
How to start Tian Wen’s quest in Buried City, meet its two objectives, and secure the listed rewards.
Arc Raiders trinkets — what to sell, stash, and actually use
Breakdown of trinket values, quest keepers, and the few items that do more than sit in your bag.
ARC Raiders best solo skill tree builds — stamina, stealth, escape
Clear early raids and extract reliably with Conditioning-first paths and smart Survival picks.
ARC Raiders recycling explained — what to keep, sell, and dismantle
Turn extra loot into crafting materials, and know when it’s smarter to sell or hold.
ARC Raiders Fireballs and the Fireball Burner — a clear guide
What Fireballs do, how to get and use the Fireball Burner, and why some kill quests don’t register.
ARC Raiders: what Fireballs and ARC Couriers actually are
Clarifying two confusing challenge terms — and how to complete the related quests quickly and cleanly.
ARC Raiders: how ARC Probes work, breach tactics, and likely reinforcements
What ARC Probes do, how they escalate nearby fights, and the safest way to loot all three panels.
ARC Raiders’ Blue Gate map — mountains, small towns, and tunnels
A quick explainer on what Blue Gate adds to the Rust Belt and how its tunnels fit into the flow of a raid.
ARC Raiders Off The Radar — Field Depot location and antenna repair
Find a Field Depot fast and finish the roof antenna fix in a single run to clear the quest.
Arc Raiders beginner tips — smart setups, safe extracts, early wins
Tactics for fighting ARC machines, gearing up in Speranza, and getting out with your haul.
ARC Raiders’ Snitch explained — avoid alarms and use its Scanner
What the Snitch does, how reinforcements spawn, and why looting its Scanner matters in PvE and PvP.
Who made ARC Raiders — the studio, platforms, and release date
Embark Studios develops and publishes ARC Raiders for PS5, Xbox, and PC.
ARC Raiders free loadouts — how they work and when to use them
Unlimited-use starter kits you can take into raids and keep on extraction, with clear trade-offs to protect the economy.
ARC Raiders What Goes Around — kill a Fireball with the Burner
The fastest way to find Fireballs, farm Burners, and make the kill register.