ARC Raiders PVE - Everyone is WRONG

Is ARC Raiders PvE coming back permanently? Embark Studios tested a PvE toggle after the Frozen Trail update, more than 30 million PvE rounds were played, and Embark says it will share more in November. Here’s why “PvE yes or no” is the wrong question.

In this video I break down what the ARC Raiders PvE test actually was, why players are split on it, why adding a permanent PvE mode is harder than it sounds for a live-service extraction shooter, and the three directions Embark has floated: a chill side mode, a challenge mode, or a full PvE-only experience. I also give my own take on which version could actually work.

Important: as of this recording, Embark has not confirmed a permanent PvE mode, a second test, or a return date. Anything labeled as my opinion or speculation is exactly that.

CHAPTERS
0:00 The 30 million round question
0:40 What the ARC Raiders PvE test actually was
1:25 Players are split on PvE
3:27 Why “just add PvE” isn’t simple
6:46 Embark’s three options and my pick
9:45 Verdict: is PvE coming back?

Where do you land? PvE player, PvPvE purist, or somewhere in between? Tell me in the comments. I read them and feature the best takes on the live show.

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