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Embark Pledges Anti-Cheat Overhaul for Arc Raiders After Streamer Backlash

The studio promises significant rule updates, new detection mechanisms, client fixes for out-of-map glitches, and streamer protections within weeks.

Overview

  • Embark said on Discord it will update anti-cheat detection and ban systems, revise rulesets, deploy client-side fixes for the out-of-map exploit, and add tools to mitigate stream sniping in the coming weeks.
  • Reports from players and viral clips describe aimbots, wallhacks, and out-of-bounds shots, with the Stella Montis map frequently cited as a hotspot.
  • High-profile creators including Shroud, Ninja, and Nadeshot criticized the current state and warned they may step back if fixes do not arrive quickly.
  • Embark has begun reimbursing items lost in matches flagged for unfair play, notifying affected users via in-game mail.
  • Community managers acknowledged holiday downtime slowed visible responses and noted ongoing balance reviews of the Stitcher, Kettle, and Trigger Nade, as debate continues over how widespread the cheating is across lobbies.