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Arc Raiders Sells Over 4 Million, Sets 700,000-Player Peak in Nexon’s Biggest Global Launch

Embark signals a multi-year live service with near-term updates starting this month.

Overview

  • Publisher Nexon says sales topped four million in a little over 10 days, calling it the most successful global launch in the company’s history.
  • Embark reported more than 700,000 concurrent players across all platforms over the weekend.
  • On Steam alone, Arc Raiders reached a 462,488 concurrent peak, narrowly surpassing Helldivers 2’s launch-era high.
  • Post-launch support has begun with new map conditions, and the roadmap adds maps, ARC vehicles, weapons, quests, and more beginning this month, with longer-term plans in place.
  • The $39.99 PvPvE extraction shooter is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox with cross-play, drawing praise for visuals, sound design, and an approachable take on the genre.